Hornady 30 Cal 165gr InterBond

Hornady 30 Cal 165gr InterBond

The Hornady 30 Cal 165gr InterBond is a high-performance bullet component built for handloaders seeking bonded-core reliability, flat trajectory, and controlled expansion in .30-caliber hunting applications. Weighing 165gr with a .308-inch diameter, the 30 Cal 165gr InterBond uses Hornady’s proprietary bonding process to fuse the lead core to the copper jacket, ensuring over 90% weight retention and exceptional terminal performance across a range of impact velocities.

The 30 Cal 165gr InterBond features a streamlined polymer tip and a secant ogive profile designed to raise ballistic coefficient and maintain velocity over distance. Its boat-tail base further enhances flight stability, making the 30 Cal 165gr InterBond ideal for long-range hunting in cartridges such as .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and .300 WSM. At typical velocities between 2,700 and 2,900 fps, this bullet delivers energy retention and reduced wind drift.

Designed to perform through thick hide and bone, the 30 Cal 165gr InterBond provides deep penetration and uniform expansion on medium and large game. The bonded-core construction prevents jacket-core separation, creating large wound cavities and ensuring an ethical harvest. Hunters have reported consistent performance from the 30 Cal 165gr InterBond in varied conditions including dense brush, open plains, and mountainous terrain.

Stabilized effectively in barrels with twist rates from 1:10 to 1:12, the 30 Cal 165gr InterBond is compatible with bolt-action, lever-action, and magazine-fed rifles. The bullet’s concentric jacket and balanced construction support tight grouping and dependable accuracy across multiple powder loads. Handloaders value the 30 Cal 165gr InterBond for its consistent seating depth, reliable feeding, and precision in both standard and magnum .30-caliber platforms.

Produced at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the Hornady 30 Cal 165gr InterBond is sold as a bullet component and must be loaded with appropriate brass, powder, and primers. Each lot is manufactured under strict quality control standards to ensure jacket thickness uniformity, tip alignment, and weight consistency. Whether pursuing deer, elk, or hogs, the 30 Cal 165gr InterBond remains a trusted solution for hunters who demand bonded-core durability and superior downrange performance.