HORNADY 301934 CX 30 CAL 180 GRAIN COPPER SOLID 50 CNT

Hornady CX (Copper alloy eXpanding) bullets in 30 caliber .308 diameter 180 grain are a monolithic copper solid hunting projectile built for reloaders who want a lead-free 30 caliber bullet that punches deep, holds its weight, and delivers controlled expansion on medium to large big game at any range their cartridge can reach.

Key Features

• Manufacturer Part Number: 301934
• Caliber: 30 Cal (.308 diameter)
• Bullet Weight: 180 grain
• Bullet Type: Monolithic Copper Alloy, Copper Solid, Boattail
• G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .469
• Sectional Density: .271
• Quantity: 50 count per box
• Game Application: Medium game 50 to 300 lbs, Large game 300 to 1,500 lbs
• Lead Free: Yes

Special Features

• One-piece copper alloy construction delivers 95 percent or greater weight retention, eliminating core-jacket separation through bone, heavy muscle, and thick hide on large game animals.
• Heat Shield polymer tip resists aerodynamic heating throughout flight, preserving a consistent ballistic coefficient from muzzle to target and initiating rapid, controlled expansion on impact.
• Optimized groove geometry reduces bearing surface and bore fouling, allowing the bullet to run at lower pressure and leave less copper buildup than traditional flat-band monolithic designs.
• Compatible with any cartridge chambered for a .308 diameter projectile, including 308 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, 300 Winchester Magnum, 300 WSM, 300 PRC, 300 Rem Ultra Mag, and 300 Norma Mag.
• Lead-free construction makes this bullet a nontraditional option well suited for areas and applications requiring non-lead projectiles.
• Lot-to-lot consistency in meplat geometry ensures your handloaded rounds shoot to the same point of impact across different loading sessions and seasons.

Practical Benefits

• The 180 grain weight gives you a hard-hitting, high-momentum bullet that holds velocity well through wind and distance, making it a strong performer on elk, moose, black bear, and heavy mule deer.
• The monolithic copper body drives straight through on tough quartering shots where conventional bonded bullets can shed jacket material, giving you dependable straight-line penetration when the angle is not ideal.
• The optimized grooves keep fouling manageable between cleanings, a real advantage during a backcountry hunt when a full cleaning kit is not within reach.
• Whether you are loading for a 308 Winchester brush rifle or a hard-driving 300 Winchester Magnum, the CX (301934) expands reliably across a wide velocity range from close shots to distances well past 300 yards.
• For the reloader building a serious 30 caliber hunting load, your investment in clean brass prep and precise powder work pays off with the kind of accuracy and terminal consistency that holds up under field conditions.

The Hornady CX (301934) 30 Cal .308 180 grain copper solid is a capable tool for the dedicated reloader and big game hunter who demands lead-free performance, deep penetration, and long-range accuracy from one purpose-built projectile.