Description
The Remington Core-Lokt 30-30 Winchester 150 grain soft point is built specifically for lever-action rifles and medium-game hunting. This is the ammunition that's earned its reputation the hard way, through decades of proven field performance. The tapered copper jacket is locked to a solid lead core that delivers around 2X expansion on impact while maintaining excellent weight retention. That's the real deal when it comes to what matters downrange.
What Makes the Core-Lokt Design Effective
Core-Lokt technology was developed over 75 years ago and remains one of the most effective controlled-expansion bullet designs ever created. The jacket is progressively tapered and locked to the lead core, which means the bullet expands consistently and predictably without losing structural integrity. You get broad frontal area for high-energy impact combined with enough penetration to reach vital organs. For deer and similar-sized game, this delivers the kind of reliable performance that's made millions of successful harvests possible.
Performance Within Realistic Ranges
With a muzzle velocity of 2390 feet per second and muzzle energy of 1902 foot-pounds, this load performs exactly as designed within the 30-30's practical hunting range. Most effective shots happen well within 200 yards, which is where this round shines. The ballistics make it safe for tubular magazines found in traditional lever-action rifles, and the flat-nosed profile performs well in brushy, thick cover where hunting actually happens. Recoil is moderate, which matters when you're cycling rounds through a lever-action and need to stay on target.
What You Get in the Box
Each box contains 20 rounds loaded into reloadable brass cases with non-corrosive Boxer primers. The ammunition is manufactured to strict U.S. standards using hand-selected powders and propellants for consistency round to round. This is straightforward, reliable ammunition built to feed smoothly through classic rifles and deliver results when it counts.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .30-30 Winchester
- Bullet Weight: 150 grains
- Bullet Type: Core-Lokt Soft Point
- Muzzle Velocity: 2390 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 1902 foot-pounds
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.193
- Case Material: Reloadable Brass
- Primer Type: Non-Corrosive Boxer
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Manufacturer: Remington
- Manufacturer Part Number: 27818
- UPC Code: 047700054001
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of .30-30 Winchester ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Remington Core-Lokt 30-30 ammunition safe for tubular magazines?
Yes. The flat-nosed soft point design is specifically created for safe use in tubular magazines found in traditional lever-action rifles like Winchester 1894 and Marlin models. The design prevents accidental primer strikes and primer detonation during recoil, which is essential for lever-action rifle safety.
Will Core-Lokt ammunition work well for hunting deer at 200 yards?
Absolutely. The 150-grain Core-Lokt load at 2390 fps is optimized for hunting within the 30-30's typical effective range of around 200 yards. You'll see predictable bullet drop and reliable performance on medium-sized game within that distance where most hunting actually happens.
Can I reload the brass casings from Remington Core-Lokt ammunition?
Yes. Each round uses reloadable brass cases with non-corrosive Boxer primers, so you can reload them once fired. The brass quality and consistency make these casings suitable for multiple reloading cycles, adding value if you're already set up for reloading.
How does Core-Lokt compare to other hunting bullets in the same caliber?
Core-Lokt has been the industry standard for controlled-expansion hunting bullets since 1939. The locked jacket-to-core design delivers reliable 2X expansion with excellent weight retention and penetration. It's proven track record comes from millions of successful harvests across multiple continents, making it a benchmark other manufacturers still compare themselves to.







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