Can I use the Sellier & Bellot 357 Mag 158gr LFN in a dedicated .38 Special firearm?

No, you must not fire .357 Magnum cartridges in dedicated .38 Special-only firearms because the higher chamber pressure can cause catastrophic failure. This ammunition is strictly designed for firearms proofed to handle .357 Magnum, such as compatible revolvers and lever-action rifles.

How does this ammunition perform at longer distances like 100 metres?

This 158gr Lead Flat Nose load is optimised for short-to-medium engagement ranges between 0 and 50 metres for cowboy action and target shooting. If you shoot at 100 metres with a 25-metre zero, you will experience a notable drop of approximately 29.9 cm due to its trajectory profile.

What documentation or licensing do I need to purchase this ammunition in Australia?

To purchase and possess ammunition in Australia, you must present an appropriate State or Territory Firearms Licence with matching calibre authorisations, such as a Category H for handguns or Category A/B for lever-action longarms. Sales require in-person identity and licence verification or compliant dealer-to-dealer freight in accordance with local explosive transport laws.

Are these cases suitable for reloading after use?

Yes, this Sellier & Bellot ammunition features standard reloadable brass casings paired with non-corrosive Boxer primers. This makes them ideal for handloaders looking to reuse the high-quality brass after a day at the range.

357 Magnum Ammo - Sellier & Bellot SBV311882

Sellier & Bellot .357 Magnum 158gr Lead Flat Nose (LFN) ammunition delivers a mild-recoil shooting profile specifically tuned for Western Action disciplines, Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) matches, and paper target training. Designed with an unjacketed 158-grain solid lead projectile, this ammunition achieves a factory-rated muzzle velocity of 343 m/s (1,125 fps) and generates 603 J (445 ft·lbs) of muzzle energy from a 150 mm test barrel. The flat nose profile ensures reliable feeding in lever-action tubular magazines without the risk of primer detonation under recoil, while producing clean, discernible cuts on paper targets.

Key Features

Mild Recoil Velocity Profile: Tuned to 343 m/s to reduce felt recoil and accelerate sight recovery between shots compared to full-power hunting rounds.
Tubular Magazine Safety: Solid Lead Flat Nose (LFN) geometry prevents nose-to-primer ignition in lever-action rifle magazines.
Target Scoring Precision: The unjacketed flat-meplat design punches clean holes in paper targets for straightforward scoring.
Reloadable Brass Cases: Loaded into standard non-corrosive, Boxer-primed brass cases suitable for handloading.

Technical Specifications

Calibre: .357 Magnum
Bullet Weight: 158 grains (10.25 g)
Bullet Type: Lead Flat Nose (LFN)
Muzzle Velocity: 343 m/s (1,125 fps)
Muzzle Energy: 603 J (445 ft·lbs)
Cartridge Overall Length: 1.590 in (40.39 mm)
Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.272
Sectional Density: 0.177 lb/in²
Casing / Primer: Reloadable brass / Non-corrosive Boxer
Package Quantity: 50 rounds per box
Total Box Weight: Approximately 0.83 kg

Who is the Sellier & Bellot .357 Magnum 158gr LFN Ammunition for?

Cowboy Action Competitors — Requires mild recoil and fast sight alignment during timed Single Action Shooting Society stages, supported by this .357 Magnum handgun ammunition's moderate 343 m/s muzzle velocity and 603 J energy output.
Recreational Range Shooters — Needs smooth cycling through lever-action rifles and revolvers with minimal fatigue across high-volume range sessions, provided by the 158 grains lead flat nose profile and a 50-round box packaging.

Less suitable for: Dedicated .38 Special-only firearms (which cannot chamber .357 Magnum casings), long-range target shooting beyond 50 metres where trajectory drops 29.9 cm at 100 metres, or medium-game hunting applications where dedicated expanding projectiles such as Jacketed Soft Point (JSP) or Semi-Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) cartridges are required.

SKU	SBT40473LP
Model #	SBV311882
Brand	Sellier & Bellot
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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