HORNADY 304704 CX 30 CAL 165 GRAIN COPPER SOLID 50 CNT

The Hornady CX (Copper alloy eXpanding) bullets in 30 caliber .308 diameter 165 grain are a monolithic copper solid hunting projectile built for reloaders who want a lead-free 30 caliber bullet ideal for big game hunting that combines deep penetration, controlled expansion, and long-range accuracy in one purpose-built projectile.

Key Features

• Manufacturer Part Number: 304704
• Caliber: 30 Cal (.308 diameter)
• Bullet Weight: 165 grain
• Bullet Type: Monolithic Copper Alloy, Copper Solid, Boattail
• Bullet Length: 1.429 inches
• G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .440
• Sectional Density: .248
• 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 eliminates core-jacket separation, delivering 95 percent or greater weight retention through bone, heavy muscle, and thick hide on large game animals.
• Heat Shield polymer tip resists aerodynamic heating throughout the entire flight path, preserving a consistent ballistic coefficient from muzzle to target and initiating 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.
• Boattail base reduces base drag and sustains downrange velocity, producing a flatter trajectory with reduced wind drift at distance.
• Compatible with any cartridge chambered for a .308 diameter projectile, including 308 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, 300 Winchester Magnum, 300 WSM, 300 PRC, 300 Norma Mag, and 300 Rem Ultra Mag.
• Lead-free construction makes this bullet a nontraditional option well suited for areas and applications requiring non-lead projectiles.

Practical Benefits

• The 165 grain weight hits the sweet spot between velocity and terminal momentum, giving you a versatile 30 caliber hunting bullet that performs on whitetail, mule deer, elk, and black bear from close range to well past 300 yards.
• The monolithic copper body drives straight through on quartering shots and heavy bone where conventional bullets shed jacket material, giving you the deep, straight-line penetration that anchors game cleanly.
• The Heat Shield tip produces bullet-to-bullet and lot-to-lot meplat consistency, so your handloaded ammunition returns to the same point of impact each season without re-confirming zero after every new box.
• The optimized grooves keep fouling manageable between cleanings, a practical advantage during a backcountry hunt when a full cleaning kit stays back at camp.
• Whether you are building loads for a lightweight 308 Winchester mountain rifle or a hard-driving 300 Winchester Magnum, the CX (304704) expands reliably across a wide velocity window from point-blank distances to extended field shots.
• For the dedicated reloader building a precision 30 caliber hunting load, your careful brass prep and powder work deliver the accuracy and terminal consistency you need when the shot counts most.

The Hornady CX (304704) 30 Cal .308 165 grain copper solid is a smart addition for the serious reloader and big game hunter who demands lead-free construction, high weight retention, and dependable long-range performance from a single, purpose-built projectile.