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