The Sierra MatchKing .30 Cal 220gr HPBT Bullets (Sierra part no. 2240) are 220-grain hollow point boat tail target bullets in .308 diameter. Sierra has set the standard for consistent accuracy with the MatchKing line in rifles and handguns alike. Sierra says the design delivers superb accuracy, a flat trajectory and high momentum with low sensitivity to crosswinds at all ranges. Every box holds 100 bullets. These are component bullets only, so they must be loaded into cartridges before use.

Key Specifications

• The bullet diameter is .308 inch (.30 caliber), the size used for 30-caliber rifle cartridges.
• Bullet weight is 220 grains, the weight to match against your load data.
• The design is a hollow point boat tail (HPBT), a target-style bullet designed for accuracy.
• Each box holds 100 bullets, enough for a good number of test loads.
• The MatchKing line is built for consistent accuracy, with a flat trajectory and low sensitivity to crosswinds.
• All 30-caliber MatchKings have been used in long-range target competition.
• Sierra also notes their use in handgun silhouette shooting, since the introduction of handguns chambering larger rifle cartridges.
• Sierra says MatchKing bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications.
• These are component bullets and not loaded ammunition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are MatchKing bullets for hunting? Sierra says MatchKing bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications. Although they are commonly used for varmint hunting, their design will not give the same explosive expansion as lightly jacketed varmint bullets.

What diameter and weight are these bullets? They are .308 inch (.30 caliber) and weigh 220 grains, with a hollow point boat tail design.

Is this loaded ammunition? No. These are 100 component bullets for handloading.

Buy the Sierra MatchKing .30 Cal 220gr HPBT Bullets

Heavy 220-grain bullets are the choice for shooters stretching a .30 caliber rifle to long range, and the MatchKing has the track record for it. A box of 100 gives you enough to build and test a load properly. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, direct shipping, and browse more reloading bullets while you are here.