Selecting the right bullet type for your rifle is crucial for optimizing performance, whether you’re hunting, target shooting, or engaging in long-range precision. In this guide, we’ll explore the most common types of rifle bullets, their advantages and disadvantages, and where they excel. We’ll also highlight standout lines from Hornady and Federal, along with other brands, to help you find the right fit for your shooting needs.

We explain how bullet weight affects rifle shooting performance and helps hunters and target shooters choose the right round for their use.

We’ll explore ballistic specifics, bullet weights, recommended use-cases, and direct comparisons with competing brands.

We explore Barnes VOR-TX—a premier line of factory-loaded ammunition that leverages Barnes’s renowned all-copper bullet technology.

A guide to Hornady’s .350 Legend lineup with insights on choosing the best rounds, sighting in scopes, and harvesting whitetail deer.