Nosler 30 Cal 220gr RN Ballistic Tip Hunting (50ct)

Nosler 30 Cal 220gr RN Ballistic Tip Hunting (50ct)

The Nosler 30 Cal 220gr RN Ballistic Tip Hunting (50ct) is a specialized bullet component engineered for handloaders targeting deep-penetrating, controlled-expansion performance in large game applications. Featuring a round nose (RN) profile and Nosler’s signature polymer tip, this 220gr projectile combines rapid expansion initiation with consistent weight retention—optimized for classic .30-caliber cartridges at moderate velocities. Each box contains fifty weight-sorted, polished bullets ready for precise handloading.

Constructed with a .308″ bullet diameter and round nose geometry, the 30 Cal 220gr RN Ballistic Tip Hunting bullet is purpose-built for deep penetration and reliable expansion at closer ranges. The polymer tip enhances the ballistic coefficient over traditional flat-nose designs and ensures immediate expansion upon impact. The jacket and lead core are mechanically locked for improved integrity, allowing effective performance through bone and dense tissue.

Key technical specifications include a sectional density (SD) near 0.331 and a G1 ballistic coefficient of approximately 0.307. With an overall bullet length of around 1.350″, this bullet is ideal for cartridges like .30-40 Krag, .308 Winchester, and .30-06 Springfield, particularly in platforms with tubular magazines or limited chamber length. The RN design ensures reliable feeding in lever-action rifles and promotes consistent mushrooming at velocities typically found in older or reduced-recoil hunting loads.

In real-world hunting scenarios, the 30 Cal 220gr RN Ballistic Tip Hunting bullet offers dependable energy transfer and broad wound channels on moose, bear, elk, and other heavy game. Its high sectional density supports deep, straight-line penetration, while the polymer tip accelerates expansion, even at lower terminal velocities. This balance makes it ideal for dense brush, timber, and shorter-range engagements where energy retention and expansion are critical.

This is a bullet component only—not factory-loaded ammunition. Handloaders should consult Nosler’s official load data and trusted reloading manuals. Recommended powders include IMR 4350, Hodgdon H4831SC, and Reloder 19, selected for their consistent burn rates with heavy .30-caliber bullets. Proper case prep, neck tension, seating depth, and consistent cartridge overall length are essential to ensure safe pressures and accurate results.

Combining Nosler’s bonded-core reliability, polymer-tip initiation, and round-nose geometry, the 30 Cal 220gr RN Ballistic Tip Hunting bullet component is a powerful option for handloaders pursuing large game with traditional .30-caliber platforms and moderate velocities.