Rifle Bullets

Rifle bullets for reloading come in jacketed, cast, and specialty designs, and the right one depends on three things: the bullet diameter your cartridge needs, the weight your load data lists, and what you plan to shoot. Graf & Sons carries popular sizes such as 22 Caliber (.224" Diameter), 6mm (.243" Diameter), 6.5mm (.264" Diameter), 7mm (.284" Diameter), and 30 Caliber (.308" Diameter), plus less common sizes like .311" Diameter bullets for the 7.62x39mm and .323" Diameter bullets for the 8x57mm Mauser. Browse top manufacturers including Hornady, Sierra, Barnes, Nosler, and Prvi Partizan, then pair your bullets with matching rifle brass, primers, and smokeless powder. New to handloading? Read our guide to reloading equipment for beginners before you build your first load.

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Rifle Bullets

Rifle bullets for reloading come in jacketed, cast, and specialty designs, and the right one depends on three things: the bullet diameter your cartridge needs, the weight your load data lists, and what you plan to shoot. Graf & Sons carries popular sizes such as 22 Caliber (.224" Diameter), 6mm (.243" Diameter), 6.5mm (.264" Diameter), 7mm (.284" Diameter), and 30 Caliber (.308" Diameter), plus less common sizes like .311" Diameter bullets for the 7.62x39mm and .323" Diameter bullets for the 8x57mm Mauser. Browse top manufacturers including Hornady, Sierra, Barnes, Nosler, and Prvi Partizan, then pair your bullets with matching rifle brass, primers, and smokeless powder. New to handloading? Read our guide to reloading equipment for beginners before you build your first load.

How to choose rifle bullets for reloading

Start with your load data, not the bullet. A current reloading manual lists the diameter, weight, and style tested with each cartridge, and substituting a different bullet can change pressure. Use the filters above to match those specs.

Match the diameter

Bullet diameter must fit your barrel. Most 30 Caliber (.308" Diameter) cartridges, including 308 Winchester and 30-06 Springfield, share the same bullet size, but some do not. The 7.62x39mm and 303 British typically call for .311" Diameter bullets or slightly larger, and the 8x57mm Mauser uses .323" Diameter bullets. Cartridges in other sizes follow the same rule, such as 6mm Norma BR with .243" Diameter bullets and 284 Winchester with .284" Diameter bullets. Confirm your barrel's groove diameter if you are unsure.

Pick a bullet type by use

  • Match and target shooting: hollow point boat tail bullets with a high ballistic coefficient resist wind drift at long range.
  • Hunting: soft point, bonded, and polymer tip bullets are built to expand, so match the construction to the game and your cartridge's velocity.
  • Practice: full metal jacket and economical soft point bullets keep high-volume shooting affordable.
  • Lead-free needs: monolithic copper bullets suit areas with lead restrictions.

Consider bullet weight and twist rate

Heavier, longer bullets generally need a faster barrel twist to stay stable. Check your rifle's twist rate before choosing a heavy bullet, then stay inside the weight range your load data covers.

Frequently asked questions

What size bullet do I need for a 30 Caliber (.308" Diameter) rifle?

Most rifles in this size use .308" Diameter bullets, but a few cartridges differ, such as the 7.62x39mm with .311" Diameter bullets, so check the diameter listed for your cartridge.

Can I use any bullet weight with my powder charge?

No. Powder charges are developed for specific bullet weights and styles. Follow published load data for the exact bullet you are loading and start at the minimum charge.

Where can I find bullets for less common calibers?

Filter by diameter above to find sizes such as .311" Diameter and .323" Diameter. For a closer look at how bullet choice shapes two classic 22 Caliber (.224" Diameter) cartridges, read our 220 Swift vs 22-250 Remington guide.

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Rifle bullets for reloading come in jacketed, cast, and specialty designs, and the right one depends on three things: the bullet diameter your cartridge needs, the weight your load data lists, and what you plan to shoot. Graf & Sons carries popular sizes such as 22 Caliber (.224" Diameter), 6mm (.243" Diameter), 6.5mm (.264" Diameter), 7mm (.284" Diameter), and 30 Caliber (.308" Diameter), plus less common sizes like .311" Diameter bullets for the 7.62x39mm and .323" Diameter bullets for the 8x57mm Mauser. Browse top manufacturers including Hornady, Sierra, Barnes, Nosler, and Prvi Partizan, then pair your bullets with matching rifle brass, primers, and smokeless powder. New to handloading? Read our guide to reloading equipment for beginners before you build your first load.

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