Are Berger VLD bullets good for hunting?
Berger VLD Hunting bullets have become a favorite of those who like to shoot at animals at longer ranges. First, as a match bullet, VLDs are very accurate. Secondly, VLDs do not need a lot of velocity to expand. In fact, they will still expand when impacting at velocities as low as 1500 fps.
Can Target rounds be used for hunting?
We do not recommend that you use Target bullets for hunting. The wound channel with a Target bullet is narrow compared to the wound channel of a Hunting bullet. The wider wound channel produced by the Hunting bullet is more likely to impact vital organs if the shot placement is not ideal.
Where are all the Berger Bullets?
We’re pleased to announce the relocation of our bullet manufacturing operation is now complete! Over the past few months, we’ve moved our entire Fullerton, CA facility to the Greater Phoenix Area where we first made Berger projectiles over 30 years ago.
What does VLD mean for bullets?
very-low-drag bullet
A very-low-drag bullet (VLD) is primarily a small arms ballistics development of the 1980s–1990s, driven by shooters’ desire for bullets with higher degrees of accuracy and kinetic efficiency, especially at extended ranges.
What are the features of Berger hunting bullets?
Berger VLD Hunting bullets are produced with one very important feature in mind: Performance. Typical VLD bullets have two specific features: a boat tail and secant ogive (nose) proven to be the most efficient shape for external ballistic performance.
Why are VLD hunting rifle bullets so flatter?
VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets incoporate a secant ogive design which allows the Rifle Bullet to experience less drag as it travels to the target. This reduced drag is why the VLD shoots flatter, experiences less wind-drift, and has a higher retained velocity than all others.
Which is the best type of Berger VLD?
Berger VLD (Vey Low Drag) Bullets use a Secant Ogive, which is an aggressive ogive shape that provides a reduced drag factor. The Secant Ogive is proven to be the most efficient shape for external ballistic performance, resulting in flatter shooting with less wind drift.
What kind of bullets are used in hunting rifles?
The Berger VLD Hunting Rifle Bullet is one of the flattest shooting hunting Rifle Bullets in the industry. VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets are identical in design to VLD Target Rifle Bullets except utilize a thinner J4 Precision jacket for rapid expansion during game applications.