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Hornady 170gr SST reloading bullet

.323 | 170gr | Hornady SST

Our reloading data for the .323 | 170gr | Hornady SST bullet covers a total of 16 suitable calibers and 328 load recipes

The Hornady SST (Super Shock Tip) bullet features a sleek, aerodynamic polymer tip and a boat-tail design for improved accuracy and flat trajectory. This bullet is not lead-free, as it utilizes a lead core with a copper jacket. The SST is engineered for rapid expansion and deep penetration, making it especially suitable for hunting medium to large game such as deer and antelope, where quick, humane kills are desired.

About this bullet

.323 | 170gr | Hornady SST is a bullet made by Hornady. At 170 gr (11.0 g) and a diameter of 0.323'' (8.20 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.445 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance. A twist rate of 1:14.0 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet. We currently list 328 load recipes across 16 calibers for this bullet.

Most popular calibers for this bullet

CaliberLoad recipes
8 x 57 IRS212
8 x 57 IS116

Load data for .323 | 170gr | Hornady SST 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.