Hornady .300 Win Mag American Whitetail 150gr SP InterLock Ammo
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Hornady .300 Win Mag American Whitetail 150gr SP InterLock Ammo
- UPC:
- 090255382044
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Elevate your hunt with Hornady's .300 Win Mag American Whitetail ammunition—where ballistic science meets the art of the pursuit. This isn't just a cartridge; it's a meticulously crafted key to unlocking your rifle's full potential. The 150gr SP InterLock bullet doesn't merely travel downrange—it rewrites the narrative of your hunt with every foot of its journey. Leaving the muzzle at a scorching 3275 fps, it carries with it not just 3572 ft-lbs of raw energy, but the culmination of Hornady's relentless quest for perfection. The InterLock ring, a signature of Hornady's innovative spirit, ensures that when the moment of truth arrives, the bullet's core and jacket remain as one, delivering a testament to terminal performance. From the densest thickets to the most expansive plains, this rifle round stands ready to transform fleeting opportunities into lasting memories.
Hornady .300 Win Mag American Whitetail Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
| Model | American Whitetail |
| Caliber | .300 Winchester Magnum |
| Bullet Weight | 150 grains |
| Bullet Type | SP InterLock |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3275 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 3572 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient | .338 |
| Sectional Density | .226 |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Application | Medium to Large Game |
Key Features
The Hornady .300 Win Mag American Whitetail ammunition offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for big game hunting. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| InterLock Bullet Design | Controlled expansion and weight retention Ensures deep penetration and consistent performance |
| Exposed Lead Tip | Initiates reliable expansion Delivers hard-hitting terminal performance |
| High Velocity | 3275 fps muzzle velocity Flat trajectory and excellent downrange energy |
| Matched Powders | Optimized for pressure and consistency Compatible with semi-auto rifles |
| Quality Components | Premium cases and primers Ensures reliable performance in the field |
Applications & Use Cases
The Hornady .300 Win Mag American Whitetail ammunition is designed for various hunting scenarios, particularly excelling in big game hunting:
Pros and Cons
Pros
- ✔ Versatile Performance: Effective for both medium and large game hunting.
- ✔ InterLock Technology: Ensures controlled expansion and weight retention.
- ✔ High Velocity: 3275 fps provides excellent range and hitting power.
- ✔ Quality Components: Premium cases and primers ensure reliable performance.
- ✔ Consistent Accuracy: Matched powders optimize pressure and consistency.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: The .300 Win Mag cartridge can produce significant felt recoil.
- ✘ Overpowered for Some Game: May be excessive for smaller game animals.
- ✘ Ammunition Availability: May be less readily available than more common calibers.
- ✘ Barrel Life: The high velocity can lead to faster barrel wear compared to lower-pressure cartridges.
About Hornady:
Hornady has been a leader in bullet and ammunition manufacturing since 1949. Founded by Joyce Hornady in Grand Island, Nebraska, the company has built a reputation for innovation, quality, and performance in the shooting and hunting industry. Hornady's commitment to producing high-quality ammunition for hunters, shooters, and self-defense has made them one of the most respected names in the business. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a dedication to research and development, Hornady continues to push the boundaries of ballistic technology, ensuring that each round meets the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and terminal performance.
- MANUFACTURER:
- Hornady
- PRODUCT TYPE:
- Ammunition
- CONDITION:
- New
- CASING:
- Brass
- UPC:
- 090255382044
- grains:
- 150
- caliber:
- .300 Win Mag
Hornady .300 Win Mag American Whitetail Ammo FAQ:
The effective range of the Hornady .300 Win Mag American Whitetail ammunition can extend beyond 500 yards, depending on the shooter's skill and environmental conditions. However, for ethical hunting practices, it's recommended to stay within 300-400 yards for most big game hunting scenarios.
No, this ammunition is not corrosive. Hornady uses modern, non-corrosive primers in all their ammunition, including the American Whitetail line.
While it can be used for target practice, it's primarily designed and priced for hunting. For regular target practice or training, it's more economical to use less expensive target or practice ammunition in the same caliber.
Yes, the cases used in this ammunition are reloadable. Hornady uses high-quality brass cases that can be reloaded multiple times, provided proper reloading practices are followed.
While Hornady doesn't specify a minimum recommended twist rate for this particular load, most .300 Win Mag rifles have a 1:10" twist rate, which is suitable for stabilizing this 150gr bullet.
Like all ammunition, extreme temperatures can affect performance. However, Hornady's powders are selected for consistent performance across a wide temperature range, minimizing these effects.
A common sight-in distance for this ammunition is 200 yards. This typically results in a maximum point blank range extending to about 300 yards, depending on the target size.
Yes, this ammunition is suitable for use in semi-automatic .300 Win Mag rifles. Hornady states that their powders are matched to each load to ensure proper function in semi-automatic firearms.
The exact expansion diameter can vary depending on impact velocity and the medium. However, Hornady's SP InterLock bullets typically expand to about 1.5 to 2 times their original diameter when impacting at intended velocities.