Description
The 30 Nosler is a fast, beltless .30-caliber magnum built for reaching out to elk, moose, and big game at distance, and good brass is where every accurate load starts. This Hornady unprimed case gives you a clean platform to work from, manufactured with the same care that put Hornady on the map for precision components. If you shoot a 30 Nosler and reload your own ammo, this is the raw material that lets you dial in exactly what your rifle likes.
What Sets This 30 Nosler Brass Apart
Hornady focuses on two things that matter most in a cartridge case: wall concentricity and uniform case wall thickness. Tight concentricity helps the bullet seat straight in both the case and the chamber, which translates to a more uniform release when the round fires. Benchrest crowd figured out long ago that consistent wall thickness is tied directly to accuracy, and Hornady holds that tolerance tight across every case. The result is repeatable internal capacity and more predictable pressures load after load.
Consistency From One Batch to the Next
One of the quiet advantages of Hornady brass is lot-to-lot uniformity. Every case is built to match the last, regardless of which production run it came from, so your worked-up load stays honest when you buy more brass down the road. These cases run roughly 99 to 101 grains of water capacity depending on how you prep them, which lines up with the 30 Nosler's reputation for pushing heavy, high-BC .30-caliber bullets at serious velocity.
Getting the Most From Your 30 Nosler Cases
Since these ship unprimed and without powder or bullets, you've got full control over your recipe. Reloaders tend to get good case life out of Hornady brass when it's handled with care, which keeps your cost per round reasonable over time. Pair these with quality primers, a proven powder, and your favorite .308 projectile, and you've got the makings of a load tuned to your rifle and your hunting season.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Manufacturer Part Number: 86706
- UPC: 090255867060
- Caliber: .30 Nosler
- Product Type: Rifle
- Component Type: Unprimed Cartridge Case
- Material: Brass
- Condition: New, Unprimed
- Quantity: 20 Per Box
- Approx. Water Capacity: 99 to 101 grains
What’s Included
- 20 Hornady unprimed .30 Nosler brass cartridge cases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this 30 Nosler brass new and unprimed?
Yes, these are brand new, unprimed Hornady cases. They ship without primers, powder, or bullets, so you supply those components and build the load yourself. You'll want to inspect, size, and prep them as you normally would before your first loading.
How many cases come in a box of this Hornady 30 Nosler brass?
Each box holds 20 unprimed cases. This is the standard pack size Hornady offers for 30 Nosler brass under part number 86706.
What makes Hornady 30 Nosler brass worth it for reloading?
Hornady emphasizes tight wall concentricity and uniform case wall thickness, both of which help with straight bullet seating and consistent internal capacity. That consistency carries over from lot to lot, so your worked-up load stays reliable when you buy more brass later. Reloaders generally find they get good case life out of it when prepped carefully.
What kind of rifle and game is the 30 Nosler built for?
The 30 Nosler is a beltless .30-caliber magnum introduced in 2016 that fits standard-length actions. It's designed to push heavy, high-ballistic-coefficient .30-caliber bullets at high velocity, making it a strong choice for elk, moose, big bears, and long-range big game hunting.





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