Description
Winchester Super-X has earned its reputation through generations of proven field results, and the 180-grain Power-Point load in .308 Winchester is no exception. This is the ammunition that gets the job done when it matters most, whether you're after whitetail, elk, or black bear. The 180-grain bullet weight at 2620 fps gives you excellent downrange energy retention and impressive stability, which means flatter trajectories and simpler shot placement even at extended ranges.
Power-Point Design That Delivers
The Power-Point bullet design centers on reliability and controlled expansion. You get an exposed soft lead tip combined with a copper jacket that features strategically placed notches around the mouth. When the bullet hits, these notches initiate quick, uniform expansion that dumps energy rapidly into the target. The tapered jacket thickness and alloyed lead core work together to control how much the bullet expands while still retaining weight for deep penetration. This balance is what separates an effective hunting cartridge from one that just looks good on paper.
Built for Real-World Performance
This ammunition uses new production, non-corrosive boxer-primed brass that's reloadable if you want to get into handloading. The manufacturing process is tight and consistent, which means you can expect reliable feeding and uniform performance from shot to shot. Users consistently report excellent accuracy at 200 yards and beyond, plus plenty of energy left in the bullet to handle larger game at distance. Field testing shows the 180-grain Power-Point expanding to roughly 3x its original diameter with solid weight retention, a combination that creates a reliable wound channel without excessive meat damage.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .308 Winchester / 7.62 NATO
- Bullet Weight: 180 grains
- Bullet Type: Power-Point (Soft Point)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2620 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 2743 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Brass, reloadable
- Primer Type: Boxer centerfire
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Manufacturer: Winchester Ammunition
- Model: Super-X
- MPN: X3086
- UPC: 020892200401
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of .308 Winchester ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
What game is the 180-grain Power-Point best suited for?
The 180-grain load in .308 Winchester is purpose-built for medium to large game like whitetail deer, elk, moose, and black bear. The heavier bullet weight provides excellent downrange stability and energy retention, making it particularly effective on larger species. You'll find this weight strikes a good balance between penetration and expansion across a variety of hunting scenarios.
Is the Winchester Super-X 180gr reloadable?
Yes, these cartridges come with new production boxer-primed brass cases that are reloadable. If you reload, you can get multiple loadings from the brass, which makes this ammunition even more economical over time. Just follow proper reloading procedures and use load data from a reliable reloading manual.
How does the Power-Point bullet expand on impact?
The Power-Point design features an exposed soft lead tip and strategically placed notches around the copper jacket mouth that initiate rapid expansion upon impact. Field testing shows the bullet typically expands to around 3x its original diameter while retaining a good percentage of its original weight, creating a reliable wound channel with solid penetration for clean, ethical harvests.
What's the effective range of this ammunition?
At 2620 fps with the 180-grain bullet, Winchester Super-X delivers flat trajectories that keep you effective well beyond 200 yards. The heavier bullet weight aids in energy retention downrange, so you maintain lethal energy at extended distances when properly placed. As with any hunting ammunition, your effective range depends on your skill, rifle setup, and shooting practice.






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