The Berger VLD Hunting Rifle Bullet is recognized as one of the flattest-shooting hunting bullets available. While its design mirrors that of the VLD Target Rifle Bullet, it features a thinner J4 Precision jacket that allows for rapid expansion when used on game. The bullet is engineered to penetrate approximately 2�3 inches into the vital area before expanding dramatically, creating a wound cavity of up to 15 inches. This results in significant organ and tissue damage along with intense hydrostatic shock, helping ensure a quick and ethical harvest. Its secant ogive design reduces drag as the bullet travels toward the target, which contributes to a flatter trajectory, reduced wind drift, and higher retained velocity compared to many other bullets. For optimal performance, many shooters prefer loading VLDs to touch the rifling in single-shot applications, although some rifles perform best with the bullet seated as much as 0.150 inches off the rifling. Manufactured with highly consistent J4 Precision bullet jackets�widely favored by custom bullet makers�the Berger VLD Hunting Rifle Bullet has become a popular choice for long-range hunting.