Can I use this 7x65R ammunition in my rifle chambered for the rimless 7x64mm Brenneke?

No, this ammunition is strictly incompatible with 7x64mm Brenneke firearms. The 7x65R is a rimmed centrefire cartridge engineered specifically for break-action single-shot rifles, combination guns, and drillings that require a rim for proper extraction.

How does the Hollow Point Capped (HPC) bullet design perform at extended distances?

The HPC bullet features an aerodynamic copper tip inserted into a hollow-point cavity, which prevents deformation in magazines and yields a high G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.607. At a muzzle velocity of 2,687 fps, it maintains supersonic speeds and substantial energy past 400 yards, with an effective hunting range typically spanning 0 to 350 metres.

What are the legal requirements for purchasing and transporting this ammunition in Australia?

In Australia, purchasing and transporting traditional chemical ammunition like this S&B 7x65R is strictly regulated under state and territory firearms legislation. You must present a valid appropriate firearms licence, such as a Category B licence matching the calibre, and because Australia Post prohibits explosives, delivery must be handled via specialized dangerous goods couriers or through in-store collection.

7x65R Hunting Ammo - Sellier Bellot V331222

The Sellier & Bellot 7x65R HPC ammunition (SKU: V331222) is a factory-loaded centrefire rifle cartridge engineered specifically for break-action rifles, combination guns, and drillings. Loaded with a 158-grain (10.20-gram) Hollow Point Capped (HPC) projectile, this ammunition combines an external copper cap with a steel jacket (Fe/CuZn 10) over a hollow-point cavity. This configuration prevents tip damage in magazines and delivers an aerodynamic profile with a high G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.607. Upon impact, the copper cap drives controlled hydraulic expansion while maintaining the integrity required for deep tissue penetration on medium and large game.

Key Features

HPC Projectile Design: Features an external copper cap fitted into a hollow-point cavity to initiate controlled expansion and ensure deep penetration on heavy-bodied game.
High Aerodynamic Efficiency: Delivers a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.607 and a G7 of 0.305, maintaining supersonic velocity (2,119 fps) and 1,574 ft·lb of energy out to 400 yards.
Flat Trajectory: Factory-rated at 2,687 fps (819 m/s) at the muzzle with a 100-yard zero, dropping just 3.4 inches at 200 yards and 12.9 inches at 300 yards.
Rimmed Case Architecture: Purpose-built 7×65mmR rimmed brass case ensures positive extraction and reliable cycling in break-action ejector and extractor mechanisms.

Specifications

Calibre: 7×65mmR
Bullet Type: Hollow Point Capped (HPC)
Bullet Weight: 158 grains (10.20 grams)
Bullet Diameter: 0.284 in (7.21 mm)
Sectional Density: 0.280 lb/in²
Jacket Material: Fe/CuZn 10 with copper cap
Ballistic Coefficient: G1: 0.607 | G7: 0.305
Cartridge Overall Length: 3.291 in (83.6 mm)
Muzzle Velocity: 2,687 fps (819 m/s) (tested in 680 mm barrel)
Muzzle Energy: 2,533 ft·lb (3,421 J)
Box Capacity: 20 rounds per box

Who is the Sellier & Bellot 7x65r 158 Grain HPC Ammo for?

Break-Action Single-Shot and Combination Gun Hunters — requires a rimmed 7x65mmR cartridge that ensures reliable manual extraction and smooth feeding in Kipplauf single-shots, over-and-under combination guns, and drillings.
Medium-to-Large Game Hunters — relies on the 158-grain HPC bullet launching at 2,687 fps with a high 0.607 G1 ballistic coefficient to deliver controlled expansion and retain over 1,780 ft·lb of energy beyond 300 yards on deer and feral pigs.

Less suitable for: Bolt-action rifles chambered in rimless 7x64mm Brenneke (which cannot chamber rimmed 7x65mmR cases), extreme long-range shots past the 350-metre effective hunting envelope, or temperatures outside the standard -20°C to +50°C operational window; hunters targeting small vermin should select light, rapid-expanding varmint cartridges, while dangerous game requires heavy bonded-core or solid big-bore ammunition.

SKU	SAB42129LP
Model #	V331222
Brand	S&B
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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