The 5 Best . 30/06 Big-Game Loads
- Federal Fusion 150-Grain. This is an affordable and highly effective load for deer- and hog-size game.
- Federal Premium 180-grain Nosler Partition.
- Winchester Expedition 180-grain AccuBond CT.
- Buffalo Bore 168-grain Barnes TTSX.
- Hornady Lite 125-grain SST.
Why is there a shortage on hunting ammo?
The ammo shortage—largely due to supply chain disruptions from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and surging demand for firearms and ammunition—is even more pronounced as deer hunting season approaches.
What ammo does a 30-06 take?
The “30” refers to the caliber of the bullet in inches. The “06” refers to the year the cartridge was adopted, 1906. It replaced the 30-03, 6mm Lee Navy, and 30-40 Krag cartridges…..30-06 Springfield.
| 30-06 Springfield | |
|---|---|
| Case type | Rimless, bottleneck |
| Bullet diameter | .308 (7.82 mm) |
| Land diameter | .300 (7.62 mm) |
| Neck diameter | .340 in (8.6 mm) |
What is the lowest grain bullet for 30-06?
55-grain
Ammunition Variety 30/06 is still king with roughly 100 different combinations of bullets and brands on the market. Virtually every ammo manufacturer loads the . 30/06. The lightest bullet offered is Remington’s 55-grain Accelerator Pointed Soft Point rated 4,080 fps.
What is the smallest grain bullet for 30-06?
Ammunition Variety Virtually every ammo manufacturer loads the . 30/06. The lightest bullet offered is Remington’s 55-grain Accelerator Pointed Soft Point rated 4,080 fps.
What is the maximum range of a 30-06?
30/06 was certified for an extreme reach of 4.75 miles, an effective firing range of 1,000 yards. A flip up rear leaf sight was graduated for ranges out to 2,850 yards. Point-blank range for a standing, man-sized target was 500 yards.
What is the difference between 30 30 and 30-06?
The . 30-30 Winchester usually has a speed of roughly 2,200 to 2,700 feet per second, while the . 30-06 Springfield logs speeds from about 2,500 to as nearly 3,000 feet per second.
