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Hornady 303 British 150gr SP Custom Ammunition 20rds - 8225
Brand:
Hornady
Bullet Type:
InterLock Bullets
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
150 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$37.89
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Remington Core-Lokt 180 gr Soft Point .303 British Ammo, 20/box - R303B1
Brand:
Remington
Bullet Type:
CORE LOKT SOFT POINT
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
180 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$31.32
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Prvi Partizan .303 British SP 150 gr 20 Rounds Ammunition - PP303S1
Brand:
Prvi Partizan
Bullet Type:
Soft Point Boat-Tail
Caliber:
.303 British
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
139 grain
From:
$20.88
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Prvi Partizan .303 British SPBT 180gr 20 Rounds Ammunition - PP303S2
Brand:
Prvi Partizan
Bullet Type:
Soft Point Boat-Tail
Caliber:
.303 British
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
140 grain
From:
$17.62
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Federal 303 British 150gr SP Power-Shok Ammunition 20rds - 303B
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Soft Point
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
150 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$26.99
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Winchester Ammunition Super-X 180 gr Power-Point .303 British Ammo, 20/box - X303B1
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Power Point
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
180 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$31.25
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Prvi Partizan .303 British FMJ 174 gr 20 Rounds Ammunition - PP303F
Brand:
Prvi Partizan
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket Boat-Tail
Caliber:
.303 British
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
174 grain
From:
$20.38
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Sellier & Bellot 150 gr Semi-Jacketed Soft Point .303 British Ammo, 20/box - SB303B
Brand:
Selier & Bellot Ammunition
Barrel Length:
23-1/2"
Bullet Type:
SOFT POINT (SP)
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
150 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$17.74
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Remington UMC 174 gr Full Metal Jacket .303 British Ammo, 20/box - L303B1
Brand:
Remington
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
174 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$24.99
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Sellier & Bellot 180 gr Semi-Jacketed Soft Point .303 British Ammo, 20/box - SB303C
Brand:
Selier & Bellot Ammunition
Barrel Length:
23-1/2"
Bullet Type:
Semi-Jacketed Soft Point
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
180 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$12.99
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Sellier & Bellot 180 gr Full Metal Jacket .303 British Ammo, 20/box - SB303A
Brand:
Magtech
Barrel Length:
23-1/2"
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket
Caliber:
.303 British
Finish Per Color:
Black
Grains:
180 grain
From:
$19.99
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HSM Ammunition Game King 180 gr Pro-Hunter .303 British Ammo, 20/box - HSM-303Brit-4-N
Brand:
HSM Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Pro-Hunter (PH)
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
180 grain
Rounds:
20
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PPU PPU Blank Rifle Ammo .303 British Extended Blank 15/ct, PPB303B
Brand:
PPU Ammo
Caliber:
.303 British
Rounds:
15
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Hornady Ammo 303 British 150 Gr Interlock - Dirty Bird Industries
Brand:
Hornady
Caliber:
.303 British
Rounds:
20
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Herter's Hunting Rifle Ammo - .303 British
Brand:
Herter's
Caliber:
.303 British
Rounds:
20
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Herter's .303 British 180 Grain Soft Point Centerfire Rifle Ammo
Brand:
Herter's
Caliber:
.303 British
Rounds:
20
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Hornady 303 Brittish 174gr BTHP Vintage Match Ammunition 20rds - 8228
Brand:
Hornady
Bullet Type:
Boat Tail Hollow Point
Caliber:
.303 British
Grains:
174 grain
Rounds:
20
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Hornady Ammo .303 British 174Gr. Bthp 20-Pack 090255804942
Brand:
Hornady
Caliber:
.303 British
Marketplace Insights
★ 4.4/5
based on 27 customer reviews across 18 variants from 27 retailers
Highly praised for accuracy and hunting effectiveness with strong 4.4/5 rating, though occasional reliability and performance issues reported by small minority.
What customers like
Accuracy & Consistency59%
Very accurate, consistent, will shoot a 4" group at 150 yards
Hunting Performance48%
Shot a nice buck with the .223 64grain deer ammo at 400 yards
Quality & Reliability33%
high quality, somewhat affordable, very consistent and accurate
Value & Pricing15%
Very reasonable on price for ammo and shipping
Common concerns
Reliability Issues7%
Over a box of 20, this happened 5 times
Lack of Knockdown Power7%
has no knock down power didn't even punch through
Old Stock/Packaging4%
don't expect the new box as pictured. I got 2 very old boxes
Frequently Asked Questions
Buy .303 British Ammo for Sale
Is British .303 ammo still made?
Yes, .303 British ammunition is still manufactured. Several companies produce it commercially, and it remains widely available from online retailers. Prices typically range from roughly $18 to $60 per box. It stays popular among hunters and sport shooters using Lee-Enfield and similar vintage rifles.
How expensive is 303 British?
.303 British typically costs around $28.69 per box, with prices ranging from $17.51 to $60.69 depending on bullet weight and whether you're buying surplus or commercial rounds. We currently track 18 variants across 27 retailers, with 17 in stock.
What is the difference between a 30 06 and a 303 British?
.303 British fires a .311" bullet versus .30-06's .308". The .30-06 operates at higher pressure, pushing a 180-grain bullet to roughly 2700 fps, while the .303 barely reaches 2300 fps with a comparable bullet. Both are capable hunting cartridges, but .30-06 offers greater bullet selection and better long-range performance.
What is the killing range of a 303 rifle?
The .303 British cartridge is effective for hunting at ranges up to 300 yards with standard rifles and sights. Skilled shooters using modern long-range setups can take game out to around 600 yards, though accuracy depends on the rifle, ammunition, sights, and shooter ability.
Is .303 British good for deer?
Yes, .303 British is effective for deer. Its .311" bullet delivers adequate energy for medium-sized game within 300 yards. Bullet selection matters—use controlled-expansion hunting loads rather than military surplus. Shot placement remains critical, as with any caliber. Many hunters have taken deer cleanly with it for over a century.
Is .303 the same as 7.7 mm?
.303 British and 7.7mm Japanese are not the same. Both fire .311" diameter bullets, but they use different case designs—.303 British is semi-rimmed while 7.7mm Japanese is rimless—making them non-interchangeable despite their similar bullet diameter.
Why was the Lee Enfield 303 so good?
The Lee-Enfield's bolt action was the fastest and smoothest of all issue battle rifles of its era. Its short 25.2-inch barrel didn't sacrifice accuracy, and the 10-round detachable magazine with stripper-clip loading gave soldiers flexible firepower for both aimed and suppressive fire.