Weatherby Select Plus .300 Weatherby Magnum 180gr Ballistic Tip Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • Ballistic Tip • MPN: N300180BST
Weatherby Select Plus .300 Weatherby Magnum 180gr Ballistic Tip Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • Ballistic Tip • MPN: N300180BST
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3250 fps | 4222 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 3199 fps | 4091 ft-lb | -0.8" |
| 50 yds | 3149 fps | 3964 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 75 yds | 3099 fps | 3841 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 3051 fps | 3722 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 3003 fps | 3605 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 150 yds | 2955 fps | 3492 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 175 yds | 2908 fps | 3381 ft-lb | -1.3" |
| 200 yds | 2861 fps | 3274 ft-lb | -2.2" |
| 225 yds | 2815 fps | 3169 ft-lb | -3.5" |
| 250 yds | 2770 fps | 3067 ft-lb | -4.9" |
| 275 yds | 2725 fps | 2968 ft-lb | -6.7" |
| 300 yds | 2680 fps | 2872 ft-lb | -8.7" |
| 325 yds | 2636 fps | 2778 ft-lb | -11.1" |
| 350 yds | 2592 fps | 2686 ft-lb | -13.8" |
| 375 yds | 2548 fps | 2597 ft-lb | -16.8" |
| 400 yds | 2505 fps | 2510 ft-lb | -20.1" |
| 425 yds | 2463 fps | 2426 ft-lb | -23.8" |
| 450 yds | 2421 fps | 2343 ft-lb | -27.8" |
| 475 yds | 2379 fps | 2263 ft-lb | -32.2" |
| 500 yds | 2338 fps | 2185 ft-lb | -37.0" |
Product Overview
Weatherby's Select Plus line represents their premium ammunition tier, and this 180-grain Nosler Ballistic Tip load demonstrates why. Launching at 3250 fps with 4223 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, it pairs the .300 Weatherby's raw power with one of the most accurate hunting bullet designs ever created. The 0.507 ballistic coefficient ensures this velocity advantage translates into flat trajectories and reduced wind sensitivity at distance.
The Nosler Ballistic Tip uses a precision-molded polymer point that serves multiple purposes. It protects the bullet tip during magazine feeding, initiates rapid expansion on impact, and creates the aerodynamic profile responsible for that high BC. The boat tail base reduces drag, further improving downrange performance. Combined with Norma brass cases and carefully developed powder charges, this ammunition approaches match-grade accuracy from a hunting round.
Deer hunters who take their marksmanship seriously will appreciate what this load offers. The Ballistic Tip expands rapidly and dramatically, creating substantial wound channels that drop game quickly. It excels on pronghorn, mule deer, and whitetail at distances where other bullets begin struggling with trajectory. The combination of speed, accuracy, and explosive terminal performance makes this a top choice for hunters who want decisive results on medium-sized game in open terrain.
- The 0.507 BC ranks among the best for 180-grain hunting bullets, minimizing drop and drift at extended ranges
- Polymer tip initiates rapid, reliable expansion while protecting the point during feeding
- Match-grade accuracy potential from the boat tail design and consistent bullet construction
- High 3250 fps velocity produces a remarkably flat trajectory for hold-on-target shooting
- Norma brass cases deliver consistent ignition and excellent reloadability
- Rapid expansion at magnum velocities can cause excessive meat damage on close-range shots
- Traditional Ballistic Tips may fragment on heavy bone, making them less ideal for elk-sized game
- Premium Select Plus pricing puts it at a higher cost per round than standard hunting ammunition
- Better suited for deer than larger game where deeper penetration becomes critical
All Weatherby Select Plus .300 Weatherby Magnum 180gr Ballistic Tip Ammo Prices
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