Heavy, jacketed bonded core, soft point for larger calibers. Specially designed bullet form and construction prevents core separation and allows controlled mushrooming for excellent stopping power. The bullet is very effective for big game hunting at short distances.
The Sellier & Bellot 8x57 JS features a 196-grain Semi-Jacketed Soft Point Cutting Edge (SPCE) bullet. This design combines the jacket and lead core, resulting in a clean entrance wound and distinct blood trails.
Here are the key details:
Bullet Type: SPCE
Weight: 196 grains (12.70 grams)
Sectional Density: 0.268 lb/in²
Material of Jacket: CuZn 10 (Copper-Zinc alloy)
Muzzle Velocity: 790 m/s (2,592 FPS)
Muzzle Energy: 3,963 J (2,923 ft.-lbs.)
Application: Appropriate for light to medium game hunting