Sierra 140 gr HPBT Gameking
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DrMike
Ballistician
- Nov 8, 2006
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I've shot them in the .280 Rem. They are a fine bullet that yield excellent accuracy. I like them for deer size game and perhaps for black bear.
I have used them in my 30-06, 165 grain. Outstanding accuracy and I like that there's no lead tip to deform. Killed my deer this year despite poor shot placement on my part with the initial shot. I wanted to get some in 160 gr. for my 280, but my local Cabela's did not have them. I likely will order some for my 280 though. I wouldn't hesitate to try the 140's in either your 7-08 or my 280.
wildgene
Handloader
- Jul 4, 2011
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...haven't used the 140's, but I've used the 7mm 160's & .30 165's on mule deer & elk, the 6.5mm 130's on mule deer, & the .25 120's om mule deer & antelope, all w/ very good, consistent results...
snoodcrusher
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- May 8, 2015
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I use the 140 Sierra Gameking in my 7mm-08 Rem Tikka T3. It's a sub 1/2 MOA rifle every time out to 500 yds and a real performer on whitetails. The bullet usually dumps them where they're standing.
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Silent Sam
Handloader
- Dec 22, 2010
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Haven't used them in 7mm. I do believe they run tougher than the SBTs.
TackDriver284
Handloader
- Feb 13, 2016
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Does the HPBT GK shoot as flat as the regular GK at extended ranges? I don't believe it affects drop as much with the lower BC at 300 yards or less, but what about extended ranges? BC difference is around .100
longrangehunter
Handloader
- Jun 19, 2011
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I used the 140 SGK in my 7mm-08 with RL-15, great load and super accurate! That bullet in 7mm, and 6.5mm have cleanly taken down a lot of game for me with zero issues.
