.308 | 155gr | Merlin Virtus

Our reloading data for the .308 | 155gr | Merlin Virtus bullet covers a total of 34 suitable calibers and 1000 load recipes

The Virtus Merlin bullet is a high-performance, lead-free projectile, designed for precision and environmental safety. Its pointed, streamlined shape ensures excellent ballistic coefficients and deep penetration, making it ideal for hunting medium to large game species such as deer and wild boar. The bullet's copper construction enhances weight retention and expansion upon impact, ensuring reliable stopping power for ethical, clean kills. Choose Virtus Merlin for eco-friendly, consistent hunting performance.

About this bullet

.308 | 155gr | Merlin Virtus is a bullet made by Virtus. At 155 gr (10.0 g) and a diameter of 0.308'' (7.82 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.425 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance. A twist rate of 1:12.5 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet. We currently list 1000 load recipes across 34 calibers for this bullet.

Most popular calibers for this bullet

CaliberLoad recipes
.300 WSM141
.308 Norma Mag.140
.300 Win. Mag.138
.300 PRC128
.30 Nosler127

Load data for .308 | 155gr | Merlin Virtus bullet is available in the following calibers:

Safety notes

All load data is reference data only. Always start at the minimum charge and work up in small steps while watching for pressure signs. Never exceed the maximum charge published by the powder or bullet manufacturer.