Winchester Ballistic Silvertip .270 Winchester 130gr BST Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • Ballistic Silvertip • MPN: SBST270
Winchester Ballistic Silvertip .270 Winchester 130gr BST Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • Ballistic Silvertip • MPN: SBST270
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3050 fps | 2685 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2993 fps | 2587 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2937 fps | 2491 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 75 yds | 2882 fps | 2399 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2828 fps | 2310 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2775 fps | 2223 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 150 yds | 2722 fps | 2139 ft-lb | -0.8" |
| 175 yds | 2670 fps | 2058 ft-lb | -1.7" |
| 200 yds | 2618 fps | 1979 ft-lb | -2.8" |
| 225 yds | 2567 fps | 1903 ft-lb | -4.3" |
| 250 yds | 2517 fps | 1829 ft-lb | -6.1" |
| 275 yds | 2467 fps | 1757 ft-lb | -8.3" |
| 300 yds | 2417 fps | 1687 ft-lb | -10.8" |
| 325 yds | 2368 fps | 1620 ft-lb | -13.7" |
| 350 yds | 2320 fps | 1554 ft-lb | -16.9" |
| 375 yds | 2272 fps | 1491 ft-lb | -20.6" |
| 400 yds | 2225 fps | 1430 ft-lb | -24.7" |
| 425 yds | 2179 fps | 1371 ft-lb | -29.2" |
| 450 yds | 2133 fps | 1313 ft-lb | -34.2" |
| 475 yds | 2087 fps | 1258 ft-lb | -39.6" |
| 500 yds | 2042 fps | 1204 ft-lb | -45.6" |
Product Overview
Winchester's Ballistic Silvertip pushes a 130-grain polymer-tipped bullet at 3050 feet per second with 2685 foot-pounds of energy. The polymer tip serves dual purposes: improving aerodynamics for flatter trajectory and initiating rapid expansion on impact. With a 0.433 ballistic coefficient—exceptional for a hunting bullet—this load maintains velocity at distance better than conventional soft points, reducing holdover requirements and wind drift at extended range.
The boat-tail design contributes significantly to long-range performance. By reducing base drag, the bullet retains velocity more efficiently than flat-base alternatives, arriving at distant targets with more energy for reliable expansion. This matters for hunters taking shots past 300 yards, where the trajectory and energy advantages of the Ballistic Silvertip become pronounced compared to traditional designs.
Open-country deer hunters find this load well-suited to their conditions. Mule deer in sagebrush basins, pronghorn across prairie flats, and whitetails in agricultural land all present at distances where trajectory matters. The Ballistic Silvertip's combination of flat shooting, predictable flight characteristics, and rapid expansion handles these scenarios effectively. The Lubalox coating reduces barrel fouling, helping maintain accuracy through extended shooting sessions during sight-in or load testing.
- The 0.433 ballistic coefficient provides meaningfully flatter trajectory than conventional soft points, reducing holdover requirements at distances where most hunters struggle with accuracy.
- Polymer tip initiates rapid, consistent expansion while protecting the bullet tip from deformation in the magazine—reliable performance whether the first shot or the last.
- Boat-tail design reduces base drag, helping the bullet retain velocity and energy at extended ranges where flat-base designs begin losing effectiveness.
- Lubalox coating reduces copper fouling in the barrel, maintaining accuracy through multiple shots during sight-in sessions or hunting situations requiring follow-up shots.
- Rapid expansion that makes this bullet effective on deer can limit penetration on larger game—not ideal for elk-sized animals where bullets must travel through heavy bone and muscle.
- Premium pricing makes practice expensive if hunters want to train with their actual hunting load rather than substituting less expensive ammunition.
- The performance advantages are most apparent beyond 300 yards—for hunters who rarely shoot past 200 yards, less expensive options deliver similar practical results.
All Winchester Ballistic Silvertip .270 Winchester 130gr BST Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $346.30 | $0.00 | $346.30 | $1.73 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 100 | $187.32 | $10.99 | $198.31 | $1.98 |
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $35.00 | $17.68 | $52.68 | $2.63 |