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Hornady .270 Winchester American Whitetail 130gr SP InterLock Ammo

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Hornady American Whitetail .270 Winchester ammunition is designed specifically for deer hunting. Loaded with the legendary Hornady InterLock bullet, this 130 grain soft point round offers excellent accuracy and terminal performance. The InterLock ring keeps the core and jacket locked together during expansion, ensuring deep penetration and high weight retention. With a muzzle velocity of 3060 fps, this ammunition delivers flat trajectories and hard-hitting energy for taking down whitetail deer and similar-sized game at medium to long ranges.

Product Highlights:

Specifications
Manufacturer Hornady
Caliber .270 Winchester
Bullet Weight 130 grains
Bullet Type InterLock Soft Point
Muzzle Velocity 3060 fps
Muzzle Energy 2703 ft-lbs
Ballistic Coefficient .490
Sectional Density .242
Rounds Per Box 20
Boxes Per Case 10
Application Hunting
Casing Material Brass

Key Features:

The Hornady .270 Winchester American Whitetail 130gr SP InterLock Ammo offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:

Bullet Type InterLock Soft Point
Provides controlled expansion and deep penetration
Bullet Weight 130 grains
Optimal weight for .270 Winchester, balancing velocity and energy
Muzzle Velocity 3060 fps
High velocity for flat trajectory and increased energy transfer
Rounds Per Box 20
Convenient quantity for hunting trips or range practice
Casing Material Brass
Durable and reloadable brass casings

Applications & Use Cases:

  • Whitetail Deer Hunting: Specifically designed for hunting whitetail deer, offering excellent performance on medium-sized game.
  • Medium Game Hunting: Suitable for other medium-sized game animals similar to whitetail deer.
  • Long-Range Shooting: The .270 Winchester cartridge is known for its flat trajectory, making it suitable for longer range shots.
  • Target Practice: Can be used for target practice to familiarize yourself with your hunting rifle's performance.
  • Reloading: The brass casings are reloadable for those who prefer to handload their ammunition.

Pros and Cons:

Pros

  • Excellent Velocity: 3060 fps muzzle velocity provides flat trajectory and high energy transfer.
  • InterLock Technology: Ensures bullet and core remain locked together for deep penetration and weight retention.
  • Versatile Bullet Weight: 130 grain bullet is suitable for a wide range of medium to large game animals.
  • American-Made Quality: Manufactured in the USA with Hornady's reputation for precision and consistency.
  • Soft Point Design: Offers controlled expansion for effective terminal performance on game animals.

Cons

  • Recoil: The high velocity can result in noticeable recoil, especially in lighter rifles.
  • Limited Long-Range Performance: Soft point design may limit extreme long-range accuracy compared to boat tail designs.
  • Not Suitable for All Game: May be overpowered for smaller game and underpowered for the largest game animals.
  • Availability: Popular caliber and load may experience periodic shortages or limited availability.

About Hornady:

Hornady Manufacturing Company, founded in 1949 by Joyce Hornady, has become a leader in the ammunition and reloading industry. Headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska, Hornady has built its reputation on innovation, precision, and quality. The company's commitment to producing high-performance ammunition for hunters, shooters, and law enforcement professionals has made them one of the most respected names in the business. Hornady is known for its proprietary technologies such as the InterLock bullet design, which keeps the core and jacket locked together during expansion for maximum weight retention and energy transfer. Hornady's manufacturing facilities in Nebraska employ state-of-the-art equipment and rigorous quality control processes to ensure each round meets their exacting standards. The company's dedication to research and development has led to numerous breakthroughs in ammunition technology, including the LEVERevolution and Critical Defense lines. Hornady remains a family-owned business, continuing the legacy of its founder while pushing the boundaries of ballistic science.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the bullet weight and type for this Hornady American Whitetail ammunition?

A: This Hornady American Whitetail ammunition features a 130 grain InterLock Soft Point bullet.

Q: What is the muzzle velocity of this .270 Winchester ammunition?

A: The muzzle velocity of this .270 Winchester ammunition is 3060 feet per second (fps).

Q: How many rounds are included in each box of this ammunition?

A: Each box of this Hornady American Whitetail ammunition contains 20 rounds.

Q: What is the primary intended use for this ammunition?

A: This ammunition is primarily designed for deer hunting, specifically whitetail deer, as indicated by its 'American Whitetail' product line name.

Q: What is the InterLock feature in the bullet?

A: The InterLock feature is a raised ring inside the jacket that locks the core and jacket together, providing controlled expansion and high weight retention for increased terminal performance on game animals.

Q: Is this ammunition reloadable?

A: Yes, this ammunition is reloadable. The brass cases can be reused for handloading after proper inspection and preparation.

MANUFACTURER:
Hornady
PRODUCT TYPE:
Ammunition
CONDITION:
New
CASING:
Brass
UPC:
090255380538
grains:
130
caliber:
.270 Win