Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting 30 Caliber 180 Grain Bullets (30180) give big game hunters a 30 caliber .308 diameter spitzer boat tail design that delivers strong downrange energy, flat trajectory for its weight, and controlled expansion. This 180 grain 30 caliber Ballistic Tip hunting bullet works well in popular 30 caliber cartridges for deer, elk, and similar game where you want reliable performance across typical field distances.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 30180
- Caliber: 30, 0.308 inch bullet diameter
- Bullet weight: 180 grains
- Bullet type: Ballistic Tip Hunting with polymer tip
- Bullet profile: Spitzer
- Bullet base: Boat tail
- G1 ballistic coefficient: 0.507
- Sectional density: 0.271
- Overall bullet length: 1.360 inches
- Jacket material: Copper alloy tapered jacket
- Core material: Lead alloy core
- Construction: Solid Base style rear section with fully tapered jacket
- Quantity per box: 50 bullets
Special Features
- Polymer tip resists deformation in the magazine and initiates expansion on impact to produce uniform mushrooms in vital zones.
- Fully tapered jacket and specially formulated lead core work together to control expansion and maintain weight at practical hunting velocities.
- Heavy jacketed base and Solid Base rear section act as a platform for large diameter mushrooms and help the bullet track straight through bone and tissue.
- Ballistically engineered boat tail and streamlined spitzer nose reduce drag, supporting efficient long range flight and good retained energy.
- Internal design emphasizes accuracy and consistent terminal behavior, giving handloaders a 180 grain 30 caliber bullet that tunes well for tight groups.
Practical Benefits
- Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting 30 Caliber 180 Grain (30180) fits hunters who want a heavier 30 caliber bullet for cartridges used on deer, elk, and similar big game.
- The 180 grain weight and high ballistic coefficient provide strong downrange punch and a trajectory that remains predictable from close timber ranges out to typical open country distances.
- The aerodynamic profile and boat tail base help your handloads manage wind and maintain dependable impact points so you can trust your zero in changing field conditions.
- The controlled expansion profile makes these bullets ideal for broadside and quartering shots when you drive impacts through shoulders or ribs on medium and larger game.
- If you reload for a 30 caliber hunting rifle and want a bullet that combines solid accuracy with proven on game performance, Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting 30 Caliber 180 Grain Bullets (30180) are a capable tool for the dedicated 30 caliber hunter.
| MANUFACTURER | NOSLER |
| BULLET CALIBER | 30 CALIBER |