What is the recommended zero distance for the Sellier & Bellot 7x64 Brenneke 158 Grain HPC ammunition?

The manufacturer establishes the Most Recommended Distance or zero point at 169 metres. When zeroed at 100 metres, you can expect a very flat trajectory with a drop of only -0.5 cm at 50 metres and 0.0 cm at 100 metres, making it well-suited for medium-to-long-range hunting in the field.

What type of game and hunting ranges are best suited for this 158 grain HPC round?

This heavy 158 grain Hollow Point Capped bullet is engineered for deep penetration on medium to large game such as red deer, sambar deer, fallow deer, heavy feral boars, and feral goats. Its standard effective hunting range extends comfortably inside 300 to 350 metres, where sustained energy remains above 2,230 Joules before velocity drops toward expansion minimums.

Can I use this 7x64 Brenneke ammunition for pest control on small foxes or rabbits?

No, this heavy 158 grain bullet is not recommended for small pests or varmints like foxes and rabbits. Because of its robust construction designed for large game, it will over-penetrate and fail to transfer its energy effectively on smaller animals, making lighter calibres or lighter bullet weights a better choice for pest control.

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

As centerfire sporting ammunition, electrical compliance certifications like SAA or RCM do not apply. However, under Australian state and territory firearms legislation, you must hold an appropriate Firearms Licence endorsing Category B longarms to purchase and possess this product, and collection typically requires an in-store pickup or an inter-dealer transfer via a Licensed Firearms Dealer.

7x64 Ammo - Sellier & Bellot V331122

The Sellier & Bellot 7×64 Brenneke HPC 158 Grain Rifle Ammunition (MPN: V331122) is factory-loaded centerfire ammunition engineered for hunting medium to large game. Featuring a 158-grain Hollow Point Capped (HPC) projectile, this round combines a damage-resistant copper tip with a steel jacket featuring tombac cladding (Fe/CuZn 10). This construction protects the aerodynamic bullet profile against recoil deformation in internal magazines and drives deep into dense muscle and bone before initiating rapid, controlled terminal expansion. Delivered in a box of 20 rounds, it produces a factory muzzle velocity of 804 m/s and 3,297 Joules of muzzle energy from standard long-action bolt rifles chambered specifically for the 7×64mm Brenneke cartridge.

Key Features

Hollow Point Capped Bullet: Employs a protected hollow cavity capped with a solid copper tip that initiates uniform expansion after deep penetration into dense tissue.
Magazine Tip Protection: Rigid copper cap prevents tip deformation under heavy recoil while feeding from internal box magazines.
Downrange Energy Retention: Maintains 2,233 Joules of energy and a velocity of 662 m/s at 300 metres, providing strong terminal performance across standard hunting ranges.
Factory Ballistic Zero: Tuned for a manufacturer Most Recommended Distance (MRD) of 169 metres, allowing for flat, predictable trajectories inside field shooting distances.

Product Specifications

Calibre: 7×64mm Brenneke
Bullet Weight: 158 grains (10.2 grams)
Bullet Type: HPC (Hollow Point Capped)
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): V331122
Bullet Diameter: 0.284 in (7.25 mm)
Sectional Density: 0.280 lb/in²
Jacket Material: Fe/CuZn 10 (tombac-clad steel) with a copper tip
Muzzle Velocity: 804 m/s (approx. 2,638 fps)
Muzzle Energy: 3,297 Joules (approx. 2,432 ft-lbs)
Velocity at 100 m / 200 m / 300 m: 755 m/s / 707 m/s / 662 m/s
Energy at 100 m / 200 m / 300 m: 2,906 J / 2,552 J / 2,233 J
Most Recommended Distance (MRD): 169 metres
Packaging: 20 rounds per box
Firearm Compatibility: Dedicated bolt-action rifles chambered solely in 7×64mm Brenneke (not compatible with 7×65mmR or 7×57mm)

Who is the S&B Sellier & Bellot 7x64 Brenneke 158 Grain Hpc Ammo 20 Rd for?

Hunters targeting red deer, sambar deer, and fallow deer — provides 3,297 Joules of muzzle energy paired with a dense 158-grain capped hollow point bullet designed to penetrate heavy shoulder bone and retain mass inside vital zones.
Hunters targeting heavy feral boars and feral goats — utilizes an optimal factory zero distance of 169 metres and an initial velocity of 804 m/s to deliver flat trajectories and controlled expansion through tough hide and thick gristle shields.

Less suitable for: Long-range shooting beyond 300–350 metres, where velocity drops toward expansion minimums and dedicated low-drag polymer-tipped boat-tail cartridges suit the distance better; or small varmints such as foxes and rabbits, where this heavy 158-grain bullet causes excessive over-penetration and lighter, rapid-fragmenting 120–140 grain varmint ammunition is preferable.

SKU	SAB42128LP
Model #	V331122
Brand	S&B
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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