New Calibre in the successful RWS DRIVEN HUNT Product Line: 8x68 S

Since 1886, RWS has been synonymous with outstanding performance, combining way more than a century of expertise with cuttingedge technology to meet the demands of hunters and sports shooters worldwide.

The 8x68 S calibre was introduced by RWS almost a century ago and is renowned for its excellent ballistic properties. Its flat trajectory and high energy retention make it a ver-satile choice for both long-range precision shooting and fast-paced, dynamic hunting scenarios. This calibre has become a trusted option for hunters targeting large and robust game such as wild boar, red deer and elk. The high muzzle velocity ensures effective energy transfer for clean and reliable takedowns, even in challenging conditions. Its adaptability enables excellent performance in a wide variety of hunting terrain, from the dense forests of Europe to the open savannahs of Africa.

When paired with the RWS DRIVEN HUNT bullet, the 8x68 S calibre delivers unmatched stopping power and precision. The bullet’s design focuses on maximum knock-down power at short and ultra-short ranges, combining controlled expansion with deep penetration for consistent results across all hunting scenarios requiring or entailing short shooting distances. The bright orange tip ensures controlled deformation on impact, enabling efficient energy transfer and creating effective wound channels for clean and ethical results. Its robust construction ensures the bullet maintains structural integrity when engaging large game.

The DRIVEN HUNT bullet also features advanced aerodynamic properties, ensuring stability and accuracy during high-velocity flight. These characteristics make it the ideal partner for the 8x68 S calibre, providing hunters with confidence in both traditional driven hunts and modern hunting techniques. The combination of precise engineering and powerful ballistic performance underscores RWS’s dedication to equipping hunters with ammunition that excels in real-world conditions.

The addition of the 8x68 S calibre to the DRIVEN HUNT line reaffirms RWS’s focus on delivering solutions tailored to dynamic hunting scenarios. With quick reactions and high stopping power as key requirements, this calibre offers the ideal balance of precision, power, and reliability. The DRIVEN HUNT line continues to evolve, meeting the needs of hunters who demand the highest standards in ammunition performance.
 

KEY BENEFITS OF THE LEAD-FREE DEFORMATION BULLET:

• For shorter and ultra-short shooting distances
• Outstanding shock effect 
• Unmatched energy transfer
• Maximum weight retention 
• Reliable exit wound
• 100% lead- and fragment-free bullet