Hornady Match .308 Winchester 168gr BTHP 2700 FPS 8097 - 20 Rounds
Hornady Match 8097 is .308 Winchester rifle ammunition built for shooters who want consistent accuracy, dependable performance, and match-grade construction from a proven precision rifle load. Each cartridge is loaded with a 168-grain BTHP bullet and produces a listed muzzle velocity of 2700 FPS.
The BTHP projectile design is built for precision shooting, target work, and match-style rifle use. The boat tail profile helps support stable flight, while the hollow point match-style bullet design is intended for accuracy-focused performance from compatible .308 Winchester rifles.
This Hornady Match load uses reloadable brass casing and delivers a listed muzzle energy of 2719 ft-lbs. Each box contains 20 rounds, making Hornady 8097 a practical choice for range sessions, zero confirmation, precision practice, and shooters who want dependable .308 Winchester match ammunition.
Best Uses
- Precision rifle shooting
- Target shooting
- Match-style range use
- Zero confirmation
- Rifle practice
- General .308 Winchester match ammunition stocking
Ammo Specifications
| Brand |
Hornady |
| Product Line |
Hornady Match |
| Manufacturer SKU |
8097 |
| Top Gun Ammo Part Number |
8097-bx |
| UPC |
090255380972 |
| Caliber |
.308 Winchester |
| Bullet Weight |
168 Grain |
| Bullet Type |
BTHP |
| Bullet Style |
Boattail Hollow Point |
| Casing Type |
Brass |
| Reloadable |
Yes |
| Muzzle Velocity |
2700 FPS |
| Muzzle Energy |
2719 Ft-Lbs |
| Rounds Per Box |
20 |
Why Choose Hornady Match .308 Winchester 168gr BTHP?
Hornady Match 8097 gives .308 Winchester shooters a precision-focused rifle load with a 168-grain BTHP bullet, reloadable brass case, and listed velocity of 2700 FPS. This makes it a strong choice for shooters who want match-style ammunition for accuracy testing, target work, and serious range sessions.
The 168-grain BTHP bullet is a popular match-style choice in .308 Winchester because it offers a useful balance of bullet weight, stability, and downrange performance. Combined with Hornady Match construction, this load is well suited for shooters who want consistent rifle ammunition for repeatable performance.
Customers shopping for .308 Winchester ammo can use Hornady Match 8097 as a precision BTHP load for compatible .308 Winchester rifles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hornady Match 8097 designed for?
Hornady Match 8097 is designed for precision rifle shooting, target shooting, match-style range use, zero confirmation, rifle practice, and general .308 Winchester match ammunition stocking.
How many rounds come in this box?
This box contains 20 rounds of .308 Winchester ammunition.
What bullet does this ammunition use?
This load uses a 168-grain BTHP bullet.
What does BTHP mean?
BTHP stands for Boattail Hollow Point. This bullet style is commonly used in match and precision rifle ammunition.
What is the muzzle velocity?
Hornady Match 8097 has a listed muzzle velocity of 2700 FPS.
What is the muzzle energy?
This load has a listed muzzle energy of 2719 ft-lbs.
Does this ammunition use brass cases?
Yes. Hornady Match 8097 uses reloadable brass cases.
Is this .308 Winchester or 7.62x51 NATO?
This product is listed as .308 Winchester ammunition. Customers should confirm the caliber marking and ammunition compatibility for their firearm before use.
