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The HSM Tipping Point 2 bridges the gap between precision and performance. You get the dependable Hornady SST (Super Shock Tip) bullet paired with HSM's quality components and careful manufacturing. This is the kind of ammo that works exactly like it should in the field, without the premium price tag of some competing loads.
The 165-grain SST bullet was designed to do one job really well: deliver controlled expansion with deep penetration. The polymer tip initiates rapid expansion on impact while the bullet's construction maintains weight retention through heavy bone and muscle. You get a high ballistic coefficient from the secant ogive and boat-tail design, which means flatter trajectories and consistent energy delivery at extended ranges. This weight and velocity combination sits right in the sweet spot for .30-06 performance on medium to large game.
HSM has been making ammunition for over 50 years out of Montana, and they've built a reputation for reliability without cutting corners. Their Tipping Point 2 line uses quality brass cases, solid primers, and powder charges that produce consistent velocity shot to shot. The ammunition comes in 20-round boxes and all brass cases are reloadable, which adds value if you handload.
Whether you're hunting from a stand at 100 yards or making a longer shot across a meadow, this ammunition delivers. The SST's aerodynamic design minimizes drift in wind and maintains energy downrange. Field results show minimal meat damage around the wound channel, which means more salvageable meat from your harvest. For practical hunting situations across North American big game, this load performs.
Yes. The 165-grain Hornady SST bullet has a high ballistic coefficient thanks to its secant ogive and boat-tail design, which provides flat trajectory and good downrange energy retention. A 100-yard zero is recommended, though many shooters find a 200-yard zero viable depending on their specific rifle and setup.
The Tipping Point 2 .30-06 165gr is designed for medium to large game hunting. It's particularly effective on whitetail and mule deer, and the bullet construction supports use on larger species like elk. The controlled expansion and penetration characteristics work across a variety of hunting distances and shot angles.
Yes. The Tipping Point 2 comes with quality brass cases that are fully reloadable. This makes the ammunition a good value for handloaders, as you can get additional use from the cases beyond the factory load.
The Tipping Point 2 combines match-grade accuracy with the proven Hornady SST bullet design, offering solid performance without excessive cost. Real-world field testing shows clean, reliable expansion with minimal meat damage. It's a practical choice for hunters who want dependable ammunition from a company with 50+ years of manufacturing experience.
| Caliber/Gauge | .30-06 Springfield |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.70 |
| Grains | 165 gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 300646N |
| Shipping Weight | 1.3 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 810742028817 |
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