Berger Ammunition - 300 PRC 205gr Elite Hunter 55010 Overview

Introduction to Berger 300 PRC Elite Hunter

The Berger 300 Precision Rifle Cartridge (PRC) 205 Grain Elite Hunter rifle ammunition is designed to offer superior performance for hunters seeking precision and power. This ammunition is ideal for North American big game hunting, providing unmatched ballistic solutions and effectiveness.

Why Choose Berger 300 PRC Elite Hunter?

Revolutionary Design and Performance

The 300 PRC cartridge revolutionizes magnum cartridge development by accommodating modern, high-BC, long-range hunting bullets. The use of Berger’s 205 Grain Elite Hunter bullet delivers a ballistic efficiency superior to other options on the market.

Targeted Impact

The Elite Hunter bullets ensure deep penetration followed by rapid expansion, producing extreme hydrostatic shock and a massive wound cavity. This ensures that the energy is effectively transferred inside the game, maximizing lethality and ethical hunting practices.

Key Features of Berger 300 PRC Elite Hunter

Hybrid Ogive Bullet Design

The hybrid ogives merge the best aspects of tangent and secant nose shapes. Starting as a tangent near the bearing surface for easier tuning, it transitions to a secant ogive to provide a flatter trajectory and reduced wind drift, enhancing long-range performance.

Consistent Core

Berger’s exacting core manufacturing standards mean that each bullet in a box is consistent with the next. This uniformity results in predictable drop, consistent ballistic coefficients (BC), and improved accuracy, eliminating the need for bullet weight sorting by shooters.

Boat Tail Configuration

The boat tail design of these bullets provides an aerodynamic advantage at longer ranges, especially in the transition from transonic to subsonic velocities, compared to flat base designs.

J4 Hunting Jacket

Utilizing J4 Precision Bullet Jackets—known for their concentricity and consistency—these bullets are engineered to allow for initial penetration followed by rapid expansion. This design maximizes the bullet’s impact effectiveness and lethality.

Specifications and Practical Information

• Product Number: 55010
• Box Count: 20 rounds
• Box Weight: 2.1 lbs
• Box Dimensions: 6.5" x 3.5" x 1.7"
• Caliber: 300 PRC
• Bullet Weight: 205 grains
• Product Line: Elite Hunter
• Ballistic Coefficients: G1: 0.631, G7: 0.324
• Twist Rate: Minimum 1:11"
• Maximum COAL: 3.700"
• Muzzle Velocity: 2985 fps
• Muzzle Energy: 4057 ft-lb
• Primer Type: Large Rifle Primer

Conclusion

Berger’s 300 PRC 205gr Elite Hunter ammunition provides hunters with a high-performance, precision-engineered solution for achieving exceptional results in the field. With its advanced features and proven effectiveness, it stands out as the preferred choice for ethical and successful big game hunting.