Description
Winchester's Ballistic Silvertip line brings proven hunting reliability to the .270 WSM platform. Built with a rapid-controlled expansion polymer tip, this 150-grain load generates 3,120 feet per second and 3,242 foot-pounds of energy right out of the barrel, giving you plenty of power for medium to large game.
Design and Terminal Performance
The bullet design features a contoured copper jacket that peels back on impact while keeping the lead core together, maximizing knock-down energy where it counts. The aerodynamic boattail base and tapered jacket work together to deliver controlled expansion while maintaining enough weight retention for deep, reliable penetration. This balance makes the round effective on everything from whitetail and mule deer to elk and black bear, depending on your shooting distance and placement.
Ballistic Advantage at Range
That boattail design isn't just for looks. The high ballistic coefficient helps overcome air resistance, which means less bullet drop and wind drift out past 200 yards. The Lubalox coating on the bullet reduces barrel fouling during extended shooting sessions and pairs nicely with nickel-plated brass cases that resist corrosion and feed reliably across different rifles. If you're planning a longer hunt or putting rounds downrange for load development, you'll appreciate less cleaning between sessions.
Real-World Choice
This is Winchester Supreme ammunition, which means it's manufactured to tighter tolerances than standard Winchester offerings. Folks who work with the .270 WSM recognize this load as a proven performer. It groups well from most rifles and delivers the kind of terminal performance hunters have relied on for years.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .270 Winchester Short Magnum (.270 WSM)
- Bullet Weight: 150 grains
- Bullet Type: Rapid Controlled Expansion Polymer Tip
- Muzzle Velocity: 3,120 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 3,242 foot-pounds
- Case Material: Nickel-plated brass
- Primer: Centerfire
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.496
- Bullet Design: Boattail with Lubalox coating
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Manufacturer: Winchester
- Model: Supreme Ballistic Silvertip
- Manufacturer Part Number: SBST2705A
- UPC: 020892213982
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of Winchester Ballistic Silvertip .270 WSM 150gr ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
What game is the Winchester Ballistic Silvertip .270 WSM 150gr suitable for?
The 150-grain Ballistic Silvertip works well on deer, antelope, black bear, and elk depending on your distance and shot placement. The controlled expansion and weight retention make it reliable across a range of medium to large game. The boattail design and ballistic coefficient of 0.496 support effective hunting out to extended ranges.
How does the Lubalox coating affect barrel fouling?
Winchester's Lubalox coating, a patented black oxide finish, reduces the fouling that builds up inside your barrel during extended shooting sessions. This means less frequent cleaning and more consistent accuracy when you're developing loads, practicing, or just putting rounds downrange during hunting season.
Will the Ballistic Silvertip .270 WSM work in any .270 WSM rifle?
Yes, this ammunition is standard .270 WSM and will chamber in any rifle chambered for that caliber. Nickel-plated brass cases feed reliably across different rifle platforms and resist corrosion, making storage between seasons easier.
What makes the boattail design important?
The boattail base works with the high ballistic coefficient to overcome air resistance, delivering flatter shooting and less wind drift at longer ranges. This gives you more forgiving aiming at distance and helps maintain velocity better than standard flat-base designs.





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