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Top 5 30-30 Winchester Ammo for Deer Hunting
Looking for the best 30-30 Winchester ammo for deer hunting? The 30-30 rifle has likely been used to harvest more deer than any other cartridge. For over a hundred years, it's been a favorite among deer hunters and offers many advantages. Here are a few things to look for in when choosing to shoot 30-30 along with our top 5 picks for the best 30-30 deer hunting ammo!
Versatility
The 30-30 is a very versatile cartridge. The 30-30 is commonly chambered in lever action rifles, making it great for close to mid-range hunting. Whether you’re hunting thick brush or a wooded bottom, the 30-30 is easy to point and shoot and provides quick follow-up shots if needed.
Ballistics
With bullet weights in the range of 125-190 grain with a velocity of around 2,300 FPS, the 30-30 can take down nearly any type of game. It offers plenty of knockdown power for deer hunting while having manageable recoil, making it a great choice for beginning shooters or shooters needing quick and accurate follow-up shots.
Bullet Styles
Soft Point – Soft point bullets have been used in 30-30 ammunition for many years. They offer reliable expansion and are also popular because they are safe to use in the tube-style magazines found in lever action guns. You can find soft point bullets in many iconic ammo lines, like the Remington Core Lokt, Federal Power-Shok, and Winchester Power Point
Polymer Tip – Polymer-tipped bullets deliver more energy and higher fps than traditional flat point loads. Ammo like the Hornady LEVERevolution features a polymer tip safe to use in lever action guns with performance you’ve likely never seen before!
Federal Power-Shok 30-30 Winchester Ammo 150 Grain Jacketed Flat Nose
Federal Power-Shok is hard hitting ammunition designed for exceptional performance in the field. A combination of premium bullets with Federal's reputation for quality results in a hunting round that you can depend on. This ammunition is new production, non-corrosive, in boxer primed, reloadable brass cases.
What Customers Are Saying
Shot a sub minute group ...
Shot a sub minute group with seven shots at 60 yards with a Marlin 336C. For shooting deer best zero is 180 yards, which is 1.6 high at 50 yards. Look forward to see it's performance at various range, however I am confident of it's stopping power. Excellent round for accuracy and ballistically it appears better on paper than Winchester or Remington loads. Highly recommended for accuracy and as a deer stopper!- Matt, 2/25/2010
About Federal Premium
Federal Cartridge Company, as we know it today, started in 1922 when Charles Horn purchased Federal Cartridge and Machine out of receivership. Federal’s first products were shotshells, followed by rimfire in 1924. In 1976, Federal Premium was launched, combining boutique bullets with premium propellants and nickel-plated brass to create the “best of the best” in centerfire ammunition. Over a century later, MidwayUSA offers a complete spectrum of Federal ammunition, ranging from shotshell offerings like: Top-Gun, High Over All, Game Loads, Gold Medal Grand, and Prairie Storm; and centerfire rifle ammunition such as Fusion, Power-Shok, Gold Medal Match, Meat Eater; to centerfire pistol ammunition: HST, Punch, and American Eagle. Federal continues to manufacture rimfire ammo in the form of AutoMatch, Champion, and Game-shok. Federal supports handloaders with standard: small pistol, small rifle, large pistol, large rifle, 209 shotshell primers, and the Gold Medal-series match primers.
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Federal Premium 30-30 Winchester Ammo 150 Grain Barnes Triple-Shock X Solid Hollow Point Lead Free Box of 20
Federal Premium is quality hunting ammunition designed for maximum performance and reliability. Premium hunting bullets are matched with select powders, primers and brass to create a reliable, hard-hitting hunting cartridge. This ammunition is new production, non-corrosive, in boxer primed, reloadable cases.
Barnes Triple Shock X are made of 100% copper and contain no lead. When the bullet expands, four razor-sharp cutting petals are created, allowing the bullet to penetrate farther through tough bone and tissue. These bullets usually retain 100% of their original weight, making them a superb choice for hunting.
Features
- One-piece copper construction
- Deep hollow-point tip
- Grooved bullet shank improves accuracy
- Almost 100 percent weight retention
- Deep penetration and large, consistent expansion
What Customers Are Saying
Highly recommend
Shot a deer this year with these rounds didn't run 30 yards before it dropped, awesome round.- Colton, 11/26/2021
About Federal Premium
Federal Cartridge Company, as we know it today, started in 1922 when Charles Horn purchased Federal Cartridge and Machine out of receivership. Federal’s first products were shotshells, followed by rimfire in 1924. In 1976, Federal Premium was launched, combining boutique bullets with premium propellants and nickel-plated brass to create the “best of the best” in centerfire ammunition. Over a century later, MidwayUSA offers a complete spectrum of Federal ammunition, ranging from shotshell offerings like: Top-Gun, High Over All, Game Loads, Gold Medal Grand, and Prairie Storm; and centerfire rifle ammunition such as Fusion, Power-Shok, Gold Medal Match, Meat Eater; to centerfire pistol ammunition: HST, Punch, and American Eagle. Federal continues to manufacture rimfire ammo in the form of AutoMatch, Champion, and Game-shok. Federal supports handloaders with standard: small pistol, small rifle, large pistol, large rifle, 209 shotshell primers, and the Gold Medal-series match primers.
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Hornady American Whitetail 30-30 Winchester Ammo 150 Grain Hornady Interlock Jacketed Soft Point Box of 20
Make it a "Knock-Down, Drag-Out" hunt!
Hornady designed and tailored the American Whitetail line of ammunition just for the Whitetail Deer hunter. This ammunition line is loaded with the legendary Interlock bullet at conventional velocities in the most popular bullet weights for taking down the buck of a lifetime. Hornady has combined a generation of ballistic know-how and combined that knowledge with modern components and manufacturing excellence to create a line of ammunition that will deliver the consistent accuracy and performance that they have built their reputation upon.
The Hornady InterLock bullet is designed to be a devastating hunting bullet and nothing less. The InterLock Ring, a Hornady exclusive, ensures that the hard-alloyed lead core and tapered jacket remain locked together during expansion. The resulting bullet retains more mass, energy and momentum after impact and transfers that energy into the target. It is this reliable stopping power that has earned the InterLock a worldwide reputation as a bullet for the serious hunter. This ammunition is new production, non-corrosive, in boxer primed, reloadable brass cases.
What Customers Are Saying
My Go Too For My 94win
I have a very old 94 win.Thur the yrs of service I found 170gr remington gave me the best group and stopping power.I seen these hornady american whitetail 150gr knowing the quality of there products from reloading,I purchased a box.Off to the range shooting @50yrds from a tang peep sight I can keep 3shot groups touching grant you this is 50 yrds but 75yrds is about the longest shot for me in my current location,For stopping power I have no worry's been using hornady bullets for yrs they know what they are doing.- Raymond Stone, 3/16/2014
About Hornady
“Ten bullets through one hole” is the philosophy that brought Hornady® Manufacturing from a two-man operation in 1949, to a world-leading innovator of bullet, ammunition, reloading tool and accessory design and manufacture today. Change is their constant and daily challenge. They outperform their competitors by ensuring the products they make are the ones their customers need right now, and accurately predict what they’ll want in the future. They recognize trends, and respect when to leave well enough alone. Their workforce includes an ample number of hunters and competitive shooters, as well as veterans and former law enforcement officers. At Hornady® Manufacturing, ammunition is more than their livelihood. It’s a major part of their daily life.
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Remington Core-Lokt 30-30 Winchester Ammo 150 Grain Jacketed Soft Point
The classic "Green-box" ammunition that shooters and hunters have trusted for years. Remington makes ammunition for nearly every need. Core-Lokt bullets offer excellent accuracy, high weight retention and superior expansion. This ammunition is new production, non-corrosive, in boxer primed, reloadable brass cases.
What Customers Are Saying
I have been using this ...
I have been using this ammo with my Marlin 336CS 30-30. I know some people say 30-30's arent that accurate, but I have gotten some very nice groups with it. This year at deer camp I shot a nice doe with this round. Got complete penetration with the bullet breaking the deer's right shoulder as it exited. Good, dependable ammo.- Paul, 2/25/2010
About Remington
We’ve been here since 1816. Together, Remington and America have fought and won wars, put food on millions of tables, and brought countless generations together at the range and in the field. We are proud of each and every round that rolls off our factory line. Bringing a renewed focus to ammunition, innovation, and quality, we are reinvigorating our company so you can continue to trust our brand and our products – all while staying true to Remington’s legendary heritage and stature as an American icon. Remington is a world leader in ammunition and firearms and is trusted by militaries, law enforcement, and hunters around the world. MidwayUSA is proud to offer Remington Ammo like the UMC, Core-Lokt, and Express series, and firearms like the 700 rifle and 870 shotguns. In addition to ammunition and firearms, Remington also offers gun parts, cleaning kits, safes and storage, apparel, and more. Remington has a focus on building dependable firearms that Customers can enjoy for a lifetime.
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Winchester Super X 30-30 Winchester Ammo 150 Grain Jacketed Hollow Point Box of 20
Winchester Super-X Hollow Points feature a rearward weight design that enhances bullet accuracy, while the hollow point delivers rapid expansion and explosive fragmentation on impact. This ammunition is new production, non-corrosive, in boxer primed, reloadable brass cases.
What Customers Are Saying
I been hunting with a ...
I been hunting with a 30-30 for 33 years and found that these hollow points are the best. you can not beat their knock down power on whitetail.- EARL, 2/25/2010
About Winchester
Winchester is The American Legend, a brand built on integrity, hard work, and a deep focus on its loyal Customers. Considered one of the world’s leading ammunition and firearms manufacturers, Winchester has built its reputation on delivering innovative products, providing top-shelf Customer service, and demonstrating industry leadership. Along with ammunition and firearms, Winchester offers many gun parts and accessories as well as tools, apparel, safes and storage, air guns, and more. We offer a huge selection of Winchester products, including the Model 70 Rifle, Super-X Ammunition, SX4 Shotgun, and AA Target Ammo. From our research and development efforts to our manufacturing processes, we understand the value of product quality and performance. With a reputation steeped in tradition, we have earned the moniker ‘The American Legend’ by delivering on our commitment to excellence in everything we do.
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