Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 6.8 Western 170gr Polymer Tip Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • Polymer Tip
Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 6.8 Western 170gr Polymer Tip Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • Polymer Tip
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2919 fps | 3219 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2877 fps | 3126 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2835 fps | 3036 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 75 yds | 2794 fps | 2949 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2753 fps | 2863 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2713 fps | 2779 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 150 yds | 2673 fps | 2698 ft-lb | -0.9" |
| 175 yds | 2633 fps | 2618 ft-lb | -1.9" |
| 200 yds | 2593 fps | 2540 ft-lb | -3.1" |
| 225 yds | 2554 fps | 2464 ft-lb | -4.7" |
| 250 yds | 2516 fps | 2390 ft-lb | -6.5" |
| 275 yds | 2477 fps | 2317 ft-lb | -8.8" |
| 300 yds | 2439 fps | 2247 ft-lb | -11.4" |
| 325 yds | 2401 fps | 2178 ft-lb | -14.3" |
| 350 yds | 2364 fps | 2110 ft-lb | -17.6" |
| 375 yds | 2327 fps | 2044 ft-lb | -21.4" |
| 400 yds | 2290 fps | 1980 ft-lb | -25.5" |
| 425 yds | 2253 fps | 1918 ft-lb | -30.0" |
| 450 yds | 2217 fps | 1857 ft-lb | -35.0" |
| 475 yds | 2181 fps | 1797 ft-lb | -40.4" |
| 500 yds | 2146 fps | 1739 ft-lb | -46.2" |
Product Overview
Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 6.8 Western 170gr ammunition excels as a premium hunting round for medium to large game at extended distances. The polymer-tipped bullet design initiates rapid expansion upon impact while the 170-grain weight and impressive 0.563 G1 ballistic coefficient ensure the projectile retains energy and resists wind drift at ranges where other cartridges falter. With a muzzle velocity of 2,920 fps generating 3,218 ft-lbs of energy, this load delivers .300 Win Mag terminal performance from a short-action rifle platform.
This ammunition is particularly well-suited for Western big game hunting where shots on elk, mule deer, and pronghorn often extend beyond 400 yards. The Ballistic Silvertip bullet features a tapered jacket that promotes controlled expansion across a wide velocity range, creating devastating wound channels whether the target is at 100 yards or 600 yards. The nickel-plated brass casing enhances corrosion resistance and ensures reliable feeding in extreme weather conditions.
Hunters seeking a versatile, long-range capable hunting cartridge without the weight and recoil of magnum-length actions will find this load ideal. The 6.8 Western platform offers shooters with compact mountain rifles the downrange authority previously reserved for heavier, harder-recoiling magnums. This makes it an excellent choice for physically demanding hunts in rugged terrain where every ounce of rifle weight matters and precise shot placement at distance is essential for ethical harvests.
- Excellent 0.563 G1 ballistic coefficient for superior long-range performance and wind resistance
- Polymer tip initiates rapid, controlled expansion across a wide velocity range
- Nickel-plated brass resists corrosion and ensures reliable feeding in adverse conditions
- 3,218 ft-lbs of muzzle energy delivers magnum-class terminal performance
- Short-action compatible for lighter, more compact rifles than traditional magnums
- Premium pricing compared to traditional soft-point hunting ammunition
- Limited availability as 6.8 Western is still a relatively new cartridge
- May be more bullet than necessary for deer-sized game at close range
- Polymer tip can be damaged if rounds are handled roughly in the field
All Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 6.8 Western 170gr Polymer Tip Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $555.03 | $0.00 | $555.03 | $2.78 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 100 | $301.84 | $0.00 | $301.84 | $3.02 |
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $55.00 | $18.43 | $73.43 | $3.67 |