Are these Sellier & Bellot 196 Grain FMJ bullets suitable for hunting medium or large game in Australia?

No, these are non-expanding full metal jacket (FMJ) projectiles designed strictly for target shooting, range training, and vintage military rifle competitions. They are unsuited for ethical game harvesting where controlled expansion is required, and handloaders should look for soft-point alternatives like S&B SPCE bullets for hunting.

Can I safely fire these .323-inch diameter bullets through an older .318-inch J-bore Mauser rifle?

Absolutely not. These projectiles are strictly engineered for .323-inch (8mm 'S' or 'JS') bores, and forcing a .323 projectile down an older .318 J-bore creates severe, dangerous over-pressure risks that can damage your firearm and cause injury.

What ballistic performance can I expect from these bullets when handloading for long-range target shooting?

Featuring a high G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.509 and a sectional density of 0.268 lb/in², these 196-grain bullets retain supersonic stability past 600 to 800 metres under full-power handloads. They are dimensionally matched to standard military service loadings such as the 8x57 JS Mauser.

Do I need a firearms licence to purchase these reloading projectiles in Australia?

Yes, while these are inert metallic components containing no propellant or primers, they are governed by state and territory firearms legislation in Australia. Retail purchase typically requires presenting a valid Australian firearms licence, such as a Category B standard hunting or target rifle licence, depending on your jurisdiction.

8mm Reloading Bullets - Sellier & Bellot V339372

The Sellier & Bellot .323 8mm Cal 196 Grain FMJ Bullets are component projectiles designed for reloading rifle cartridges with .323-inch (8.22 mm) bore diameters, including the 8x57 JS Mauser, 8x57 JRS, and 8x68 S. Each projectile features a lead core enclosed in a non-expanding CuZn 10 copper-zinc alloy jacket with a boat-tail profile. Weighing 196 grains (12.70 grams), these bullets match traditional military service ballistics to deliver predictable rifling engagement and reduce barrel leading during high-volume range use. Please note that this product contains inert projectiles only and requires appropriate powder, primers, cases, and reloading equipment to produce complete cartridges. An appropriate Australian firearms licence is required to purchase reloading components.

Key Features

Full Metal Jacket Construction: Built with a lead core and a CuZn 10 brass jacket to withstand high pressures without bore leading.
Aerodynamic Profile: Features a boat-tail base that yields a 0.509 G1 ballistic coefficient (0.256 G7) and a sectional density of 0.268 lb/in² for stable flight.
Service Loading Weight: The 196-grain mass replicates original military service loadings for classic 8mm service rifles.
Convenient Packaging: Supplied in a compact 50-pack box with a total weight of approximately 0.59 kg.

Specifications

Product Type: Reloading projectiles (bullets only)
Calibre / Diameter: 8 mm / .323 in (8.22 mm)
Bullet Weight: 196 grains (12.70 grams)
Bullet Profile: Full Metal Jacket Boat-Tail (FMJ BT)
Jacket Material: CuZn 10 brass alloy
Sectional Density: 0.268 lb/in²
Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.509
Ballistic Coefficient (G7): 0.256
Case Compatibility: 8x57 JS Mauser, 8x57 JRS, 8x68 S (.323 in bore)
Package Quantity: 50 projectiles
Manufacturer SKU: V339372 (Bullet Code: 2910)

Who is the S&B Sellier & Bellot .323 8mm Cal 196 Grain Fmj Bullets 50 Pack for?

Vintage military rifle competitors — Replicates standard service rifle ballistics for surplus platforms like the Mauser 98k using a 196-grain bullet weight that delivers authentic point-of-impact behaviour with original military iron sights.
High-volume target handloaders — Offers an aerodynamic 0.509 G1 ballistic coefficient in an 8mm reloading bullet designed to retain supersonic stability past 600 metres while testing precise range loads packaged in a manageable 50-pack quantity.

Less suitable for: Firearm owners reloading for older .318-inch J-bore Mauser rifles, where firing a .323-inch diameter projectile causes dangerous over-pressure conditions and requires dedicated .318-calibre bullets; similarly unsuited for medium-to-large game hunting due to its non-expanding full metal jacket construction, which should be substituted with expanding soft-point hunting projectiles.

SKU	SAB42230LP
Model #	V339372
Brand	S&B
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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