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Winchester .30-06 Springfield Ballistic Silvertip 150gr Polymer Tip Ammo
- UPC:
- 020892210288
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Elevate your hunting experience with Winchester's .30-06 Springfield Ballistic Silvertip 150gr Polymer Tip ammunition. This advanced cartridge redefines the capabilities of the classic .30-06 caliber, pushing the boundaries of long-range accuracy and terminal performance. At its core, a precisely balanced 150-grain bullet featuring a polymer tip and boat-tail design achieves an impressive ballistic coefficient of .442. Leaving the muzzle at a blistering 2900 fps, this round delivers bone-crushing energy of 2801 ft-lbs, ensuring clean, ethical harvests on a variety of big game. Whether you're pursuing elk in open country or whitetails in dense forests, the Ballistic Silvertip's combination of controlled expansion and deep penetration provides the versatility and stopping power serious hunters demand.
Winchester .30-06 Springfield Ballistic Silvertip Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Winchester |
| Model | Ballistic Silvertip |
| Caliber | .30-06 Springfield |
| Bullet Weight | 150 grains |
| Bullet Type | Polymer Tip |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2900 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2801 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient | .442 |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Primer Type | Boxer |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Recommended Use | Big game hunting |
Key Features
The Winchester .30-06 Springfield Ballistic Silvertip 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 |
|---|---|
| Polymer Tip Design | Initiates rapid expansion Ensures consistent performance on impact |
| Alloyed Lead Core | Retains weight for deep penetration Maximizes energy transfer to the target |
| Boattail Design | High ballistic coefficient (.442) Improves long-range accuracy and wind resistance |
| Contoured Jacket | Controlled expansion Peels back while holding the core together |
| High Velocity | 2900 fps muzzle velocity Flatter trajectory and increased terminal performance |
Applications & Use Cases
The Winchester .30-06 Springfield Ballistic Silvertip ammunition is designed for various hunting scenarios, particularly excelling in big game hunting:
Pros and Cons
Pros
- ✔ High Ballistic Coefficient: .442 BC ensures excellent long-range accuracy and energy retention.
- ✔ Rapid Expansion: Polymer tip initiates quick expansion for efficient energy transfer.
- ✔ Controlled Penetration: Alloyed lead core and contoured jacket optimize weight retention and penetration depth.
- ✔ Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of big game species and hunting conditions.
- ✔ High Velocity: 2900 fps muzzle velocity provides flat trajectories and increased terminal performance.
Cons
- ✘ Price: Premium performance comes at a higher cost compared to standard ammunition.
- ✘ Recoil: High velocity can result in increased felt recoil, especially in lighter rifles.
- ✘ Overpenetration Risk: May be excessive for smaller game, requiring careful shot placement.
- ✘ Availability: May be less readily available than more common hunting ammunition.
About Winchester:
Winchester, founded in 1866, has been a cornerstone of the American firearms and ammunition industry for over 150 years. Renowned for their innovation and quality, Winchester has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of hunting and shooting sports. With a commitment to excellence, Winchester continues to produce a wide range of ammunition for various applications, from recreational shooting to professional use, always striving to meet the evolving needs of hunters and shooters worldwide. Winchester ammunition is primarily manufactured in the United States, with major production facilities located in Oxford, Mississippi, and East Alton, Illinois. These facilities ensure that Winchester maintains strict quality control and continues its legacy of producing high-quality, American-made ammunition.
- PRODUCT TYPE:
- Ammunition
- CONDITION:
- New
- CASING:
- Brass
- UPC:
- 020892210288
- grains:
- 150
- caliber:
- .30-06
Winchester .30-06 Springfield Ballistic Silvertip Ammo FAQ:
The ideal range for this ammunition is typically between 100-400 yards. However, its high ballistic coefficient of .442 allows for excellent performance at even greater distances, making it effective for long-range shooting up to 600 yards or more in capable hands.
The bullet's construction, featuring an alloyed lead core and contoured jacket, is designed for controlled expansion and optimal weight retention. This results in deep penetration and a large wound channel, increasing the likelihood of quick, ethical kills on big game animals.
While this ammunition is suitable for deer hunting, it may be considered somewhat powerful for smaller deer species. Hunters should be mindful of shot placement and potential meat damage due to the bullet's high velocity and expansion characteristics.
Due to its high velocity (2900 fps), this ammunition may produce slightly more recoil than standard .30-06 loads. However, the actual felt recoil will depend on factors such as rifle weight, stock design, and the shooter's technique.
While it can be used for target shooting, the Ballistic Silvertip is primarily designed and priced for hunting. For regular target practice, Winchester offers more economical options that provide similar ballistics.
No, this ammunition is not corrosive. Winchester uses modern, non-corrosive primers in all their centerfire rifle ammunition, including the Ballistic Silvertip line.
Accuracy can vary depending on the rifle and shooter, but many users report sub-MOA (Minute of Angle) groups at 100 yards. This translates to groups of 1 inch or less at 100 yards, demonstrating the ammunition's excellent accuracy potential.
This ammunition should function in any modern .30-06 Springfield rifle in good condition. However, due to its high pressure loadings, it may not be suitable for very old or worn firearms.
While effective for most North American big game, this ammunition is generally not recommended for dangerous game hunting. For dangerous game, heavier, controlled-expansion bullets are typically preferred for their deeper penetration and reliability.
Barrel length can significantly impact velocity, with longer barrels generally producing higher velocities. The advertised 2900 fps muzzle velocity is typically achieved with a 24-inch barrel, and shorter barrels may result in slightly lower velocities.