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The Remington Core-Lokt .30-06 125 grain Pointed Soft Point has been a standby for hunters who want all the power of the 30-06 without the punishing recoil of heavier loads. At 3140 fps muzzle velocity, this 125-grain round produces roughly 2736 ft-lbs of energy and shoots flat enough for practical hunting ranges while keeping kick down to manageable levels.
The 125-grain load works especially well in situations where recoil matters. Whether you're introducing a younger shooter to the 30-06, managing an old shoulder injury, or just prefer easier follow-up shots, this round lets you work with your rifle instead of fighting it. The lighter bullet also means you can get more trigger time behind your rifle to dial in your shooting, which translates to better accuracy when it counts.
At the heart of this load sits Remington's original controlled-expansion bullet. The tapered copper jacket locks mechanically to a solid lead core, which means you get reliable expansion that averages around 1.9 times the original diameter. That's real terminal performance, whether you're shooting deer at 100 yards or further out. Testing shows these rounds penetrate to around 20 inches on average with about 75 percent weight retention, giving you the energy transfer and penetration needed for clean, ethical kills.
These are reloadable brass rounds with non-corrosive primers, so you can reload if that's part of your routine. The ballistic coefficient of 0.268 keeps these rounds reasonably flat out to practical hunting distances, and at this lighter weight you'll notice the difference when shouldering your rifle or carrying it through heavy brush. Box of 20 rounds gives you solid practice or hunting ammunition without breaking the bank.
Yes, this is an excellent choice for deer hunting. The 125-grain load at 3140 fps delivers adequate energy and penetration for clean kills on whitetail and mule deer at typical hunting ranges. The reduced recoil makes it especially useful for younger hunters, recoil-sensitive shooters, or those managing shoulder issues while maintaining plenty of terminal performance.
For deer-sized game, most hunters work comfortably within 200 yards with the 125-grain Core-Lokt, though many report good results out to 250-300 yards depending on their rifle and shooting ability. The lighter bullet shoots flat enough for practical hunting distances while the higher velocity helps with wind deflection better than heavier loads.
Yes. These rounds come in reloadable brass cases with non-corrosive boxer primers, making them suitable for reloading if you reload your own ammunition. This adds value for shooters who process their brass after range trips or hunting seasons.
The main difference is recoil and velocity. At 125 grains, you get roughly 40 percent less recoil than standard 150 or 165-grain loads while maintaining similar terminal performance at closer ranges. You'll also notice faster bullet travel and flatter trajectory at extended ranges, though the heavier bullets retain energy better at very long distances.
| Caliber/Gauge | .30-06 Springfield |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.70 |
| Grains | 125 gr |
| Length | 5.9500 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 21401 |
| Shipping Weight | 1.2 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 047700054506 |
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