Description
The Remington Core-Lokt 300 Winchester Magnum has earned its reputation through decades of consistent field performance. This 180-grain pointed soft point load hits the sweet spot for hunters who want serious terminal performance without excess recoil or velocity. At 2960 fps, it delivers enough power to take large game effectively while remaining manageable in most hunting rifles.
What Makes the Core-Lokt Design Work
The heart of this load is the locked-jacket bullet design that's been refined since 1939. A progressively tapered copper jacket is mechanically locked to a solid lead core, delivering controlled 2X expansion and reliable weight retention. This controlled expansion creates a broad wound channel without over-fragmenting or failing to penetrate. The PSP profile gives the bullet a good ballistic coefficient of 0.383, which helps maintain velocity and energy downrange.
Reloadable Brass Cases for Long-Term Value
Each round comes in a reloadable brass case with a standard boxer primer, meaning you get lasting value beyond the first shot. The brass is non-corrosive and consistent, which adds to the ammunition's overall reliability. For hunters who reload, this translates to having quality cases that will serve multiple loads.
Purpose-Built for Medium to Large Game
The 180-grain weight in 300 Win Mag finds its best use on larger body-weight game. This is the load that excels on elk and heavier game at practical hunting distances. The 3502 ft-lbs of muzzle energy retains well beyond typical hunting ranges, keeping the kind of power that matters when you need a clean harvest. Remington's conservative loading means the ammunition also works reliably in most standard action rifles.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .300 Winchester Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 180 grains
- Bullet Type: Pointed Soft Point (Core-Lokt)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2960 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 3502 ft-lbs
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.383
- Case Type: Brass, reloadable
- Primer Type: Non-corrosive boxer
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Manufacturer: Remington
- Manufacturer Part Number: 29497
- UPC: 047700055800
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of 180 grain Core-Lokt PSP ammunition
- Reloadable brass cases with boxer primers
Frequently Asked Questions
What game is the 180 grain Core-Lokt designed for in .300 Win Mag?
The 180 grain load is purpose-built for larger game animals like elk, moose, and larger deer species. The weight and velocity combination excels on heavy body-weight game at practical hunting ranges up to several hundred yards, delivering the penetration and expansion needed for clean, ethical harvests.
Are the brass cases reloadable?
Yes, the cases are high-quality reloadable brass with non-corrosive boxer primers. This means after you fire these rounds, you can reload them multiple times, which adds significant long-term value if you're a handloader.
How does the Core-Lokt bullet expand?
The Core-Lokt uses a progressively tapered copper jacket locked to a solid lead core. On impact, this design delivers controlled 2X expansion, creating a broad wound channel while retaining enough mass to penetrate deep into larger game animals. The controlled expansion prevents over-fragmentation while ensuring reliable performance.
Is this ammunition suitable for long-range hunting?
The 180 grain Core-Lokt can work at extended ranges due to its 0.383 ballistic coefficient and the power of the .300 Win Mag cartridge, but it's traditionally loaded for moderate to longer-range hunting rather than extreme distance shooting. For the longest ranges, other specialty loads may offer advantages, but this ammunition holds its energy well beyond typical hunting distances.







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