Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
When the target sits beyond 800 yards and wind calls separate the podium from the pack, Nosler Match Grade 28 Nosler ammo delivers the flat trajectory and wind-bucking ballistic coefficient competition shooters demand. This is a purpose-built 28 Nosler load—each 185-grain Nosler RDF jacketed hollow point leaves the muzzle at 2950 feet per second with 3674 foot-pounds of energy and a 0.719 G1 ballistic coefficient that keeps bullets supersonic past most practical engagement distances. Nosler sorts brass by weight, checks flash hole alignment, and neck-sizes every case before seating projectiles over precisely metered powder charges, producing factory ammunition that rivals handloads.
Built for the Box
The RDF (Reduced Drag Factor) projectile was engineered from ogive to boattail for minimum drag. Nosler’s compound ogive transitions smoothly into a long, tapered boattail, and the hollow point cavity is held to tolerances tight enough that you skip the pointing die—meplat diameters remain consistent within thousandths across the lot. Brass cases use Boxer primers for straightforward decapping and resizing, and Nosler trues each case mouth before the first firing. At 2950 fps and a sectional density of 0.328, this 185-grain load balances velocity retention with recoil management in magnum-chambered precision rifles. The 28 Nosler case, a rebated-rim design derived from the .404 Jeffery parent, delivers magnum performance without the belt, and this load exploits the cartridge’s overbore capacity for flat-shooting trajectories that simplify holdovers at extended range.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 28 Nosler |
| Bullet Weight | 185 Grains |
| Bullet Type | Jacketed Hollow Point |
| Bullet Brand | Nosler RDF |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2950 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 3674 ft-lbs |
| G1 Ballistic Coefficient | 0.719 |
| Sectional Density | 0.328 |
| Rounds per Box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended Use | Range & Target |
| Manufacturer | Nosler |
This load runs cleanly in SAAMI-spec 28 Nosler chambers and pairs well with precision bolt-actions built on controlled-round-feed or push-feed actions. For shooters competing in PRS, F-Class, or ELR disciplines, the high ballistic coefficient translates to fewer clicks of elevation adjustment between known-distance targets and smaller wind holds when conditions shift mid-string.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Treat every firearm as if it is loaded; keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction; keep finger off trigger until ready to fire; be certain of your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify that your firearm is chambered for 28 Nosler before loading this ammunition. Firing ammunition in an incorrectly chambered firearm can result in catastrophic injury or death.
- This ammunition contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling ammunition or spent cases, and follow ventilation guidelines when shooting indoors.
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