Can I safely load these .323 inch TXRG bullets into my older 8x57 I rifle with a .318 inch bore?

No, you must never load these bullets into older .318 inch bore rifles. The .323 inch diameter is strictly engineered for modern 8mm "S"-bore barrels, and firing an oversize projectile in a .318 inch bore will cause dangerous over-pressure conditions.

How do these solid copper TXRG bullets perform on game regarding expansion and weight retention?

Featuring a blue polymer tip and boat-tail base, these 180 grain monolithic bullets deliver rapid, controlled radial expansion across varied impact velocities. The solid copper design maintains nearly 100 percent of its initial mass through heavy bone and dense muscle tissue, ensuring reliable performance on medium-to-large game like red deer and feral boar.

What are the ballistic coefficients for the Sellier & Bellot 180 Grain TXRG 8mm bullets?

These monolithic hunting projectiles feature a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.401 and a G7 ballistic coefficient of 0.202. With a sectional density of 0.401 and 0.246 lb/in², they are optimized for flat trajectories and dependable downrange energy retention in cartridges such as the 8x57 JS and 8x68 S.

Are there any specific Australian licensing requirements to purchase these reloading components?

While projectiles are uncontrolled components in several Australian jurisdictions, specific state and territory firearms regulations in places like NSW and WA may still require you to present a valid firearms licence matching the calibre class to purchase or take delivery of reloading components.

8mm Hunting Bullets - Sellier & Bellot V339992

The Sellier & Bellot TXRG (eXergy Blue) .323 180-grain projectile is a monolithic solid-copper hunting bullet engineered for handloading 8mm rifle cartridges. Designed for modern .323-inch "S"-bore barrels, this lead-free projectile features a blue polymer tip to drive rapid, controlled radial expansion while maintaining a boat-tail profile for downrange aerodynamic efficiency. The monolithic construction delivers near 100% mass retention through heavy tissue and bone, eliminating lead fragmentation in harvested game meat.

Key Features

Solid-Copper Monolithic Construction: Machined from solid copper to eliminate lead contamination, meeting non-toxic hunting mandates while preventing projectile fragmentation on impact.
Polymer Expansion Tip: Aerodynamic blue tip initiates uniform, rapid expansion across a wide range of impact velocities.
Grooved Shank and Boat-Tail Base: Relief grooves reduce barrel friction and operating pressure spikes, while the boat tail supports a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.401 and G7 of 0.202.
Consistent Mass Retention: Delivers controlled terminal performance and deep penetration through thick muscle and bone by preserving virtually all of its 180-grain starting weight.

Product Specifications

Calibre / Bullet Diameter: .323 in (8.20 mm / 8mm calibre)
Bullet Weight: 180 grains (11.7 grams)
Bullet Profile: Polymer-tipped solid copper monolithic with boat tail (TXRG / eXergy Blue)
Ballistic Coefficients: G1 = 0.401, G7 = 0.202
Sectional Density: 0.246 lb/in²
Cartridge Compatibility: Modern .323-bore chambers, including 8×57 JS (8mm Mauser), 8×57 JRS, 8×68 S, and .325 Winchester Short Magnum
Package Quantity: 30 bullets per box

Who is the Sellier & Bellot .323 8mm 180 Grain TXRG Blue Bullet for?

8x57 JS and 8mm Handloaders — Requires .323-inch diameter 180-grain hunting projectiles engineered for medium-to-large game like feral boar and sambar deer, delivering a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.401 for flat trajectory and high terminal energy retention.
Lead-Restricted Zone Hunters — Needs non-toxic, solid-copper 8mm rifle bullets complying with lead-free harvest mandates without sacrificing weight retention, utilizing a 180-grain monolithic design with a 0.202 G7 ballistic coefficient.

Less suitable for: Rifles featuring older .318-inch (8mm "I/J") bore diameters, where chambering a .323-inch projectile creates hazardous over-pressure conditions; these platforms require dedicated .318-diameter hunting projectiles instead.

SKU	SAB42246LP
Model #	V339992
Brand	S&B
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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