Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting 30 Caliber 168 Grain Bullets (30168) give big game hunters a 30 caliber .308 diameter spitzer boat tail design that combines flat trajectory, strong downrange energy, and controlled expansion. This 168 grain 30 caliber Ballistic Tip hunting bullet works well in common 30 caliber cartridges for deer, antelope, and similar game where you want efficient long range performance.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 30168
- Caliber: 30, 0.308 inch bullet diameter
- Bullet weight: 168 grains
- Bullet type: Ballistic Tip Hunting with polymer tip
- Bullet profile: Spitzer
- Bullet base: Boat tail
- G1 ballistic coefficient: 0.490
- Sectional density: 0.253
- Overall bullet length: 1.307 inches
- Jacket material: Copper alloy tapered jacket
- Core material: Lead alloy core
- Construction: Solid Base style rear section with fully tapered jacket
- Cannelure: None
- 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 special lead alloy 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 flat trajectories and better retained velocity at extended ranges.
- Design emphasizes accuracy and consistency, giving handloaders a 168 grain 30 caliber hunting bullet that tunes easily for tight groups.
Practical Benefits
- Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting 30 Caliber 168 Grain (30168) fits hunters who want a mid weight 30 caliber bullet for cartridges used on deer, antelope, and similar game.
- The 168 grain weight and strong ballistic coefficient give you a balance of flat trajectory and penetration that works from close cover encounters out to typical open country distances.
- The aerodynamic profile and boat tail base help your handloads manage wind and maintain predictable impact points so you can trust your zero across changing field conditions.
- The controlled expansion profile makes these bullets ideal for broadside and slightly quartering shots when you send impacts through shoulders or ribs on medium game.
- If you reload for a 30 caliber hunting rifle and want a bullet that groups well on paper and delivers dependable on game performance, Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting 30 Caliber 168 Grain Bullets (30168) are a solid fit for the dedicated 30 caliber hunter.
| MANUFACTURER | NOSLER |
| BULLET CALIBER | 30 CALIBER |