Berger Bullets
Berger Bullets: Match Target, Long-Range Hybrid, and Hunting Bullets
Shop Berger Bullets full lineup at Bullet Central, match target, long-range hybrid, and hunting projectiles, plus loaded Berger Ammunition and the Berger Reloading Manual. Match-grade for PRS, F-Class, benchrest, and long-range hunters. In stock and shipping from Fargo, ND.
What makes Berger Bullets different?
Berger started in 1955 when Walt Berger decided the match bullets he could buy weren't good enough and built his own. It's been a match-grade-only operation ever since. Every Berger is built on Berger's own J4 Precision Bullet Jackets, held to 0.0003" wall concentricity, the same jacket most custom benchrest makers use to build their own bullets. Berger manufactures in Mesa, Arizona. The Long Range Hybrid Target line uses Meplat Reduction Technology (MRT) and Doppler-radar-verified BCs with under 1% variation, which is why the 109gr 6mm and 140gr 6.5mm dominate top-tier PRS.
Product Lines at a Glance
Hybrid Target / Long Range Hybrid Target (LRHT). PRS and F-Class workhorses. The hybrid ogive (tangent at the bearing surface, secant forward) keeps BC high without the seating-depth sensitivity of a full secant. Hybrid Target covers 6mm 105gr, 6.5mm 140gr, .30 cal 215gr, and more. LRHT pushes BC higher with MRT meplat shaping and Doppler-verified numbers, in .22 (85.5gr), 6mm (109gr), and 6.5mm (144gr).
VLD Target. Full secant ogive for the highest BC. Picky on seating depth. Common in 6mm 115gr and heavier .30 cal weights for long-range target work.
Target / FB Target. Short-range and benchrest, including the 6mm 68gr FB Target for 6PPC and 6BR.
Classic Hunter. SAAMI-compliant hunting bullet that fits factory rifles and magazines. Hybrid ogive, J4 hunting jacket. Best pick for production 6.5 Creedmoor, .270, .308, or .30-06.
Elite Hunter / EOL Elite Hunter. Not SAAMI-limited, with longer noses and higher BCs. Best in custom or long-throat factory rifles.
VLD Hunting. Full secant. Same terminal behavior as Elite Hunter (per Berger's engineers), more seating-depth sensitive. The original Berger hunter, still widely run.
Varmint. FB Varmint .17 Cal 25gr for small game and predator calling.
Berger Ammunition (Loaded). Loaded match and hunting ammo in 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 6.5 PRC, Elite Hunter and LRHT loadings, available from the Match Centerfire Ammo category.
Reloading Manual. Berger Reloading Manual, 1st Edition, with load data for the full lineup.
Which Berger Bullet Is Right for You?
- PRS/NRL 6mm: 109gr LRHT (highest BC) or 105gr Hybrid Target (slightly easier to tune). 1:7.5" or 1:8" twist.
- PRS/F-Class 6.5 Creedmoor: 140gr Hybrid Target is the default. 144gr LRHT is the higher-BC option. 1:8" twist.
- F-TR .308: Heavy Hybrid Target or LRHT in the 200-215 gr range. 1:10" or faster.
- Benchrest/short-range: 6mm 68gr FB Target for 6PPC/6BR; VLD Target 6mm 115gr for longer-throat barrels.
- Hunter, factory rifle: Classic Hunter in your caliber.
- Hunter, custom or long-throat factory: Elite Hunter or EOL Elite Hunter.
- Not reloading: Berger loaded Ammunition in 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, or 6.5 PRC.
Why Buy Berger From Bullet Central?
- Deep stock. 160+ Berger SKUs across bullets and loaded ammo, so the caliber and weight you're chasing is more likely on the shelf.
- Precision shop knowledge. We compete, we reload, and we shoot the Berger lineup. Not sure between 105 Hybrid Target and 109 LRHT for your 6mm Creedmoor build? Ask us.
- Same-day shipping from Fargo, ND. In-stock orders ship the same business day.
- Talk to a human. Contact us for load, twist, or specific-SKU availability questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hybrid Target vs VLD Target?
Hybrid blends a tangent curve at the bearing surface with a secant forward, holding BC close to a full secant while cutting jump sensitivity. VLD is full secant for the highest possible BC, but it needs careful seating-depth tuning. Hybrid is easier to load; VLD has a higher ceiling if you're willing to tune.
What twist rate do I need?
Use Berger's twist rate calculator and target a stability factor (Sg) of 1.5+. Rough guide: 6mm 105-109gr Hybrid/LRHT — 1:7.5" or 1:8"; 6.5mm 140-144gr — 1:8"; .308 175-178gr — 1:10" or 1:11"; heavy .308 (200gr+) — 1:10" or faster.
How do I find seating depth for a Berger Hybrid?
Measure by CBTO (Cartridge Base To Ogive), not COAL. Start .015" off the lands and step back in .015" increments. The sweet spot for a Hybrid Target or Elite Hunter is usually .015" to .060" off.
Are Berger bullets good for hunting?
Yes, on the right shot. Berger hunting bullets (VLD Hunting, Classic Hunter, Elite Hunter) penetrate 2-3 inches before expanding violently into the vitals, creating massive hydrostatic shock on deer-sized game. Classic Hunter is the SAAMI-compliant pick for factory rifles. Elite Hunter has the highest BC but needs a long-throat chamber.
Can I shoot Berger bullets in a factory rifle?
Yes. Classic Hunter is built around SAAMI dimensions and feeds from factory mags. Hybrid Target usually works too, though heavier match bullets (215gr .30 cal Hybrid Target, EOL Elite Hunter) may need a custom chamber or long-throat factory rifle.
Do you sell Berger loaded ammunition or just components?
Both. We stock Berger bullets in 100/250/500/1,000 counts (depending on model), the Berger Reloading Manual, and loaded Berger Ammunition in 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 6.5 PRC.
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Berger Ammunition, 300 Norma Magnum, 230gr, Hybrid OTM Tactical, 62010, (Qty 20)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $134.99$105.00Berger Ammunition - 300 Norma Magnum 230gr Hybrid OTM TacticalBerger's 300 Norma Magnum 230 Grain Hybrid OTM Tactical rifle ammunition is built to exceed the accuracy and reliability requirements of...AMBG0173MSRP: $134.99$105.00 -
Berger Bullets, .22 Cal, 55gr, FB Target, 22410, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $46.99$38.99Berger Bullets .22 Cal 55gr FB Target - Qty 100Berger Flat Base (FB) Target Rifle Bullets are a favorite among competitive benchrest shooters who demand maximum accuracy. Optimized for mid-range...BLBG0062MSRP: $46.99$38.99 -
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Berger Bullets, 6mm, 65gr, BT Target, 24408, (Qty 100)
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MSRP: $50.99$39.99Berger Bullets 6mm 65gr Boat Tail Target (Qty 100)Dial in repeatable groups at mid to long range with Berger's 6mm 65gr Boat Tail (BT) Target bullets. Built for benchrest and precision rifle...BLBG0149MSRP: $50.99$39.99 -
Berger Bullets, .30 Cal, 168gr, Classic Hunter, 30570, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $74.99$54.49Berger Bullets .30 Cal 168gr Classic Hunter (Qty 100)Make clean, confident shots with Berger's 168gr Classic Hunter bullets. The hybrid ogive blends tangent and secant shapes for easy tuning, flat...BLBG0100MSRP: $74.99$54.49 -
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Berger Bullets, 7mm, 168gr, VLD Target, 28401, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
$67.99Berger Bullets 7mm 168gr VLD Target (Qty 100)Hit farther with flatter flight. Berger's 7mm 168gr VLD Target bullets use an aggressive secant ogive to cut drag, hold velocity, and buck the wind for...BLBG0082$67.99 -
Berger Bullets, .22 Cal, 52gr, FB Varmint, 22309, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $45.99$33.19Berger .22 Cal 52gr FB Varmint Bullets (Qty 100)Drop varmints fast and humanely. Berger's 52gr Flat Base Varmint bullets pair a large hollow point with thin J4 jackets for rapid, reliable expansion...BLBG0061MSRP: $45.99$33.19 -
Berger Bullets, .270 Cal, 150gr, VLD Hunting, 27503, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $78.99$62.00Berger .270 Cal 150gr VLD Hunting Bullets 27503 (Qty 100)Hunt farther with flatter trajectories. Berger's 150gr VLD Hunting bullets pair an aggressive secant-ogive profile with a thin J4 hunting...BLBG0081MSRP: $78.99$62.00 -
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Berger Bullets, .30 Cal, 180gr, Elite Hunter, 30554, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $79.99$59.49Berger .30 Cal 180gr Elite Hunter Bullets 30554 (Qty 100)Berger's 180gr Elite Hunter bullets combine match-grade accuracy with devastating on-game performance. The hybrid ogive blends tangent and...BLBG0099MSRP: $79.99$59.49 -
Berger Ammunition, 308 Winchester, 175gr, OTM Tactical, 60010, (Qty 20)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $54.99$43.99Berger Ammunition .308 Winchester 175gr OTM Tactical 60010 (Qty 20 )Berger's .308 Winchester 175gr OTM Tactical is built for precision under pressure. Using the proven 175gr Open Tip Match Tactical...AMBG0059MSRP: $54.99$43.99 -
Berger Bullets, 7mm, 180gr, Hybrid Target, 28407, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $81.99$60.99Berger Bullets 7mm 180gr Hybrid Target 28407 (Qty 100)Win more long-range stages with Berger's 7mm 180gr Hybrid Target bullets. The industry-leading Hybrid ogive blends tangent (easy to tune) and...BLBG0040MSRP: $81.99$60.99 -
Berger Bullets, 6mm, 105gr, VLD Target, 24429, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $61.99$46.65Berger Bullets 6mm 105gr VLD Target 24429 (Qty 100)Push your PRS/NRL and F-Class performance farther with Berger's 6mm 105gr VLD Target bullets. The aggressive Very Low Drag (VLD) secant ogive...BLBG0024MSRP: $61.99$46.65