[Brbpuppy]

Originally Posted by Dean2

So much partially true info. Expansion and velocity are a factor but Bullet construction and design is huge and a far bigger factor. Even Barnes Solid Copper bullets have different expansion characteristics with the LRX expanding at lower velocities than the TSX. With the Nosler you will be just fine, but I do agree that 150 is the sweet spot for the 308 with Partition or Cup and Core bullets, LRX etc. Under 300 yards however the 180 grai nwill be just fine.

Just to be clear, Nosler designs every Partition bullet, regardless of caliber and/or weight, so that it demonstrates this expansion profile. The only question is, does the cartridge you are shooting provide these velocity profiles at the ranges you intend to hunt.

• Nosler’s special lead-alloy, dual-core
  
  Provides superior mushrooming characteristics at virtually all impact velocities.
• Fully Tapered Copper-Alloy Jacket
  
  Ruptures instantly at the thin jacket mouth, yet the gradual thickening along the bullet’s axis controls expansion and curls the jacket uniformly outward at high and low velocities.
• Nosler’s Integral Partition
  
  Supports the expanded mushroom and retains the rear lead-alloy core. The enclosed rear core retains more than two-thirds of the original bullet weight for deep penetration.
• Nosler® Partition® Bullet
  
  Every Partition® bullet in the Nosler® line delivers optimum length, weight and ogive design for maximum in-flight and terminal performance.
• Special Crimp Locks
  
  Add strength to resist deformation under the pressure of heavy magnums.

Game Recommendations

Moose
Elk
Bear

OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE VELOCITY

1800 fps
2400 fps
3050 fps

Thank you for posting this.