Description
Winchester Super-X has been a workhorse for hunters since 1922, and these .30-06 Springfield rounds carry on that tradition with a 150 grain Power-Point bullet built specifically for field hunting. The 150 grain weight strikes a balance that works well for everything from whitetail and mule deer to black bear, delivering the kind of terminal performance that has made Power-Point bullets a standard in the hunting world for decades.
How the Power-Point Design Works
The Power-Point bullet features an exposed soft lead tip paired with a notched copper jacket. Those strategically placed notches around the jacket mouth control the expansion as the bullet enters game, ensuring uniform mushrooming without over-expanding and losing penetration. This controlled expansion is what separates a soft-point hunting load from cheaper target ammunition. You get rapid energy transfer combined with the depth needed to reach vital organs on tougher game, especially at extended ranges where impact velocity drops.
Performance and Ballistics
These rounds leave the muzzle at 2920 fps with 2839 foot-pounds of muzzle energy, maintaining solid velocity and impact through 200+ yards. The ballistic profile is flat enough for most hunting scenarios without requiring much hold-over at typical hunting distances. The brass cases are reloadable with standard boxer primers, which appeals to folks who handload and want to stretch their ammunition budget.
A Proven Choice
Field reports consistently show Power-Point ammunition delivering clean, ethical kills on medium game when placed properly. The 150 grain weight gives you enough penetration to work through brush and muscle while remaining light enough for reasonable trajectory and recoil management. Winchester manufactured this line with precision processes and quality components, maintaining the consistency hunters rely on when an opportunity matters.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
- Bullet Weight: 150 grains
- Bullet Type: Power-Point (soft-tip jacketed)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2920 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 2839 ft-lbs
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.294
- Case Material: Brass
- Primer Type: Boxer
- Reloadable: Yes
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Manufacturer Part Number: X30061
- UPC: 020892200111
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of Winchester Super-X .30-06 Springfield ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winchester Super-X 150 grain .30-06 Springfield ammunition good for deer hunting?
Yes, this is a solid choice for deer hunting. The 150 grain Power-Point bullet is designed for controlled expansion and adequate penetration on thin-skinned game like whitetail and mule deer. The 2920 fps velocity and 2839 foot-pounds of muzzle energy maintain impact power well beyond typical hunting distances, and field reports show consistent performance when placed properly in the vitals.
What game animals can I hunt with this .30-06 Springfield round?
The 150 grain Power-Point is suitable for deer, elk, black bear, and similar medium to large game animals. It provides the right balance of expansion and penetration for these sizes of game, though some hunters prefer heavier loads (like 180 grain) when pursuing larger animals like moose or in heavy brush situations. Always check your local regulations for caliber restrictions.
Are these Winchester Super-X rounds reloadable?
Yes, these rounds use brass cases with standard Boxer primers, which means the casings can be saved and reloaded after firing. This is useful for handloaders looking to reduce ammunition costs over time, though you should always follow proper reloading procedures and safety guidelines.
How does the Power-Point bullet differ from other soft-point designs?
The Power-Point design uses a notched copper jacket around the exposed lead tip, which controls expansion more uniformly than a standard soft-point. This prevents the bullet from expanding too rapidly and losing penetration, which is important for reliable performance across different impact velocities and game sizes. The notches guide the expansion to create a consistent mushroom shape.





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