Hornady 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN

Hornady 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN

The Hornady 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN is a precision-engineered bullet component crafted for handloaders and hunters needing deep penetration, reliable expansion, and consistent accuracy in classic .303 British and .30-caliber platforms. Weighing 174 gr with a .311-inch diameter, the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN uses Hornady’s InterLock® core-to-jacket bonding system, guaranteeing over 90 percent weight retention and dependable terminal performance across diverse hunting situations.

Featuring a round-nose profile and uniform ogive, the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN offers smooth feeding and stable ballistics in bolt-action, lever-action, and single-shot rifles. When loaded to velocities from 2,600 to 2,800 fps in cartridges such as .303 British and .30-30 Winchester, the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN delivers straight-line penetration, accurate shot placement, and minimized barrel fouling.

Internally, the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN benefits from bonded-core construction with Hornady’s InterLock® ring locking the lead core to the copper jacket. This ensures the bullet maintains structural integrity on impact, penetrates deeply through heavy muscle and bone, and creates clean wound channels. Field users consistently report that the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN delivers ethical terminal performance even under challenging field conditions.

Stabilizing well in barrels with twist rates between 1:12 and 1:14, the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN feeds dependably and provides tight groupings and repeatable point-of-impact in varied rifle platforms. Its concentric jacket and precise bearing surface facilitate consistent seating and uniform external ballistics. Reloaders appreciate that the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN delivers smooth cycling and load flexibility with a range of powders and primers.

Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the Hornady 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN is sold as a bullet component only and must be paired with appropriate brass, powder, and primers. With rigorous quality control over tip alignment, jacket thickness, and weight consistency, the 303 Cal 174gr InterLock RN is a tough, accurate, and terminally reliable bullet for hunters seeking bonded-core performance in .303-caliber and legacy rifle platforms.