The Hornady SST features a polymer tip designed to initiate rapid yet controlled expansion upon impact, as the hard tip drives into the lead core like a wedge. Its secant ogive and boattail profile, developed from Hornady�s advanced design principles, combine a streamlined tapered point, increased bearing surface, and improved aerodynamic shape to reduce drag and enhance in-flight stability. A mid-body cannelure supports consistent and accurate crimping during loading while also helping to keep the core and jacket securely aligned. In addition, Hornady�s exclusive InterLock� ring mechanically bonds the core and jacket together, preserving bullet integrity during expansion, maximizing weight retention, and increasing the likelihood of complete pass-through performance.