What licence do I need to purchase the Sellier & Bellot 303 British 180gr FMJ ammunition in Australia?

To purchase and possess this ammunition in Australia, you must hold a valid Category B firearms licence or equivalent State or Territory permit endorsed for the .303 British calibre. Due to strict firearm regulations, ammunition orders cannot be sent via standard postal delivery and must be collected through a licensed firearms dealer or specialised dangerous-goods courier.

Is this Sellier & Bellot 180gr FMJ ammunition suitable for hunting deer or feral pigs?

No, this product uses a non-expanding Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) design intended strictly for target shooting, historical service rifle competitions, and range practice. For ethical harvesting of medium-to-large game, you should use an expanding Soft Point bullet instead, such as the Sellier & Bellot 180gr SP.

Are the brass cases in this 20-pack suitable for handloading?

Yes, these cartridges feature high-grade, factory-fresh brass cases equipped with Boxer primers. This makes them fully reloadable, which is ideal for target shooters and handloaders who frequently reload their .303 British ammunition.

What kind of trajectory and performance can I expect from the 180gr FMJ projectile at longer ranges?

Loaded with a 180-grain bullet achieving a muzzle velocity of 755 m/s and 3,335 Joules of energy, this cartridge is optimised for target shooting out to 400 metres and beyond. Factory ballistics show a flat trajectory with a Most Recommended Distance of 157 m, resulting in a drop of 15.2 cm at 200 m and 54.0 cm at 300 m when using a 100 m zero.

.303 British Ammo - Sellier Bellot SBV331342

The Sellier & Bellot .303 British 180gr FMJ ammunition provides factory-loaded precision designed for range training, historical shoots, and target disciplines. Loaded with a 180 grain (11.70 gram) Full Metal Jacket projectile featuring a lead core and a CuZn 10 tombac metallic jacket, this cartridge achieves a muzzle velocity of 755 m/s and delivers 3,335 Joules of muzzle energy from a 600 mm test barrel. Built with non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable factory brass cases, it ensures clean cycling and long-term utility for handloaders shooting classic military service rifles.

Key Features

Full Metal Jacket Bullet: The 180gr FMJ bullet (0.311 in / 7.887 mm diameter) maintains high structural integrity, prevents barrel leading, and promotes smooth feeding in vintage military actions.
Ballistic Performance: Delivers a flat trajectory with a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.506 (G7 = 0.255) and a Most Recommended Distance (MRD) of 157 metres.
Reloadable Brass Cases: Assembled in standard-dimension 77.50 mm overall length brass cases with non-corrosive Boxer priming for multiple reloading cycles.
Service Rifle Optimised: Engineered for full compatibility with .303 British chambered platforms, including the Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk III, No. 4 Mk I/II, and P14 Enfield rifles.

Specifications

Calibre: .303 British
Bullet Weight: 180 grains (11.70 grams)
Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ No. 2909)
Bullet Diameter: 0.311 in (7.887 mm)
Muzzle Velocity: 755 m/s (~2,477 fps)
Muzzle Energy: 3,335 Joules (~2,452 ft-lbs)
Ballistic Coefficients: G1 = 0.506 | G7 = 0.255
Case Type: Brass, Boxer-primed (reloadable)
Overall Cartridge Length: 77.50 mm (3.051 in)
Cartridge Weight: Approximately 26.7 g per round (0.57 kg per 20-round box)
Packaging: 20 rounds per box

Who is the Sellier & Bellot .303 British 180gr FMJ 20-Pack for?

Historical service rifle competitors — requires authentic feeding characteristics and ballistic consistency for vintage platforms like the Lee-Enfield, driven by a 180 grain FMJ projectile that develops 3,335 Joules of muzzle energy at 755 m/s.
Target shooters and handloaders — provides high-grade, Boxer-primed reloadable brass cases in .303 British loaded to a standard 77.50 mm overall length for repeatable bench and range training.

Less suitable for: Medium-to-large game hunting where terminal bullet expansion is required; this non-expanding FMJ bullet does not mushroom, making a soft-point (SP) hunting cartridge better suited for ethical harvesting.

SKU	SBT40480LP
Model #	SBV331342
Brand	Sellier & Bellot
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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