| Item information | Value |
|---|---|
| GTIN: | 921 |
| Category: | Rifle Ammo |
| Leadfree: | No |
| Caliber: | 8x57 IS |
| Weight: | 200gr / 13,0g |
| Usage: | Hunting |
Sako Ammunition 8x57 IS Hammerhead 200gr
The Sako 8x57 IS Hammerhead is a proven hunting cartridge, ideal for native hoofed game with minimal meat damage. The 13.0 g (200gr) bonded soft point bullet offers reliable expansion and high energy transfer.
Thanks to its bonded core, the bullet remains intact even upon bone impact and retains up to 98% of its original weight.
With a muzzle velocity of 765 m/s, this Sako round delivers strong penetration and excellent accuracy, making it ideal for roe deer, wild boar, and red deer at short to medium ranges.
Key Features and Benefits
- Consistent bullet performance even on hard impacts
- Deep penetration with controlled expansion
- High efficiency on heavy game
- Accurate trajectory and reliable performance
Technical Specifications
| Bullet type | Bonded Soft Point (BSP) |
| Ballistic coefficient | G1: 0.253 |
| Muzzle velocity (V₀) | 765 m/s |
| Velocity at 100 m (V100) | 655 m/s |
| Velocity at 200 m (V200) | 554 m/s |
| Velocity at 300 m (V300) | 461 m/s |
| Energy at muzzle (E₀) | 3,804 J |
| Energy at 100 m (E100) | 2,790 J |
| Energy at 200 m (E200) | 1,994 J |
| Energy at 300 m (E300) | 1,382 J |
| Packaging unit | 20 / 100 rounds |
| Manufacturer | Sako, Finland |
SAKO LTD, P.O. BOX 149, 11101 RIIHIMÄKI, Finnland, info@sako.fi, https://www.sako.global/


