Berger Bullets
Berger Bullets: Match Target, Long-Range Hybrid, and Hunting Bullets
Berger's 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.
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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, 6.5mm Creedmoor, 153.5gr, Long Range Hybrid Target, 31091, (Qty 20)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $56.99$46.99Berger 6.5 Creedmoor 153.5gr LRHT Ammunition (Qty 20) - 65-31091Built for serious long-range work, Berger's 6.5 Creedmoor 153.5gr Long Range Hybrid Target pairs a jump-tolerant hybrid ogive with...AMBG0199MSRP: $56.99$46.99 -
Berger Bullets, 7mm, 168gr, Classic Hunter, 28570, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $78.99$59.99Berger 7mm 168gr Classic Hunter Bullets (Qty 100) - 28570Hunt with bullets that feed from magazines, tune easily, and expand reliably. Berger's 7mm 168gr Classic Hunter blends a forgiving tangent...BLBG0022MSRP: $78.99$59.99 -
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Berger Bullets, 7mm, 168gr, VLD Hunting, 28501, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $79.99$64.20Berger 7mm 168gr VLD Hunting Bullets (Qty 100) - 28501Flat-shooting, wind-bucking performance for long shots on game. Berger's 7mm 168gr VLD Hunting uses a secant ogive to cut drag and hold velocity,...BLBG0021MSRP: $79.99$64.20 -
Berger Bullets, .30 Cal, 190gr, VLD Hunting, 30514, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $82.99$66.34Berger .30 Cal 190gr VLD Hunting Bullets (Qty 100) - 30514Built for flat trajectories and ethical terminal performance, Berger's .30 caliber 190gr VLD Hunting uses a secant ogive and boat tail to...BLBG0098MSRP: $82.99$66.34 -
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Berger Bullets, .30 Cal, 185gr, Juggernaut Target, 30418, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $81.99$67.99Berger .30 Cal 185gr Juggernaut Target Bullets (Qty 100) - 30418Built around an extended tangent ogive, Berger's .30 cal 185gr Juggernaut Target flies efficiently and tunes easily across many...BLBG0020MSRP: $81.99$67.99 -
Berger Bullets, .22 Cal, 80.5gr, FULLBORE Target, 22727, (Qty 1000)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $506.99$414.99Berger .22 Cal 80.5gr FULLBORE Target Bullets (Qty 1000) - 22727Built for across-the-course and AR-platform match shooters, Berger's .22 caliber 80.5gr FULLBORE Target loads easily, feeds reliably...BLBG0147MSRP: $506.99$414.99 -
Berger Bullets, .30 Cal, 175gr, VLD Hunting, 30512, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $79.99$60.85Berger .30 Cal 175gr VLD Hunting Bullets (Qty 100) - 30512Berger's .30 caliber 175gr VLD Hunting pairs a low-drag secant ogive with a thin J4 hunting jacket for flat flight and decisive on-game...BLBG0097MSRP: $79.99$60.85 -
Berger Bullets, 6.5mm, 140gr, Hybrid Target, 26714, (Qty 500)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $363.99$289.99Berger 6.5mm 140gr Hybrid Target Bullets (Qty 500) - 26714Built for consistency at distance, Berger's 6.5mm 140gr Hybrid Target uses a forgiving tangent start blended into a sleek secant nose. The...BLBG0019MSRP: $363.99$289.99 -
Berger Bullets, .22 Cal, 80gr, VLD Target, 22722, (Qty 1000)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $506.99$392.99Berger .22 Cal 80gr VLD Target Bullets (Box of 1000) - 22722Built for flat trajectories and consistency at distance, Berger's .22 Caliber 80gr VLD Target uses a drag-reducing secant ogive and...BLBG0146MSRP: $506.99$392.99 -
Berger Bullets, .30 Cal, 155gr, VLD Hunting, 30508, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $77.99$64.79Berger .30 Cal 155gr VLD Hunting Bullets (Qty 100) - 30508Built for flat, repeatable trajectories at distance, Berger's .30 Caliber 155gr VLD Hunting uses a low-drag secant ogive and thin J4 hunting...BLBG0096MSRP: $77.99$64.79 -
Berger Bullets, 6.5mm, 130gr, AR Hybrid OTM Tactical, 26795, (Qty 500)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $357.99$285.99Berger 6.5mm 130gr AR Hybrid OTM Tactical Bullets (Qty 500) - 26795Built for magazine-friendly precision, Berger's 130gr AR Hybrid OTM Tactical blends a forgiving tangent start with a sleek secant...BLBG0018MSRP: $357.99$285.99 -
Berger Bullets, .22 Cal, 75gr, VLD Target, 22421, (Qty 100)
Berger Bullets
MSRP: $51.99$42.99Berger .22 Cal 75gr VLD Target Bullets (Qty 100) - 22421Built for flat flight and tight groups, Berger's .22 caliber 75gr VLD Target uses an aggressive secant ogive to cut drag and resist wind so...BLBG0145MSRP: $51.99$42.99