The Federal Power-Shok .30-06 Springfield 150-grain Jacketed Soft Point (JSP) Brass 20-round box is a premier centerfire rifle cartridge engineered specifically for medium-to-big game hunting, whitetail deer, mule deer, pronghorn, and black bear. A primary friction point with traditional hunting ammunition is finding the ideal balance between rapid frontal expansion and structural core integrity—where ultra-soft bullets break up prematurely upon striking bone, while overly rigid loads pass through without transferring sufficient kinetic energy. Federal Power-Shok resolves this classic ballistics dilemma by pairing an exposed lead soft point with a jacketed core, delivering rapid initial expansion coupled with controlled penetration into vital areas.
The technical advantage focuses on reliable mushrooming paired with flat-shooting internal ballistics across standard hunting ranges. Launching its versatile 150-grain JSP bullet at a high muzzle velocity of 2,910 FPS, this load provides a flat trajectory and minimal holdover across open fields and timber clearings. Mechanically, the exposed lead tip initiates immediate expansion upon contact with soft tissue, while the surrounding copper jacket supports the trailing mass to maintain momentum through muscle and bone. Featuring a 0.313 G1 Ballistic Coefficient (BC), the 150-grain projectile sheds minimal velocity in transit while offering predictable flight dynamics in variable crosswinds.
Slinging its 150-grain JSP bullet at 2,910 FPS, this proven .30-06 Springfield load is optimized for smooth, non-binding mechanical operation across bolt-action, lever-action, and semi-automatic hunting rifles. Assembled in premium reloadable virgin brass cases fitted with sensitive, non-corrosive Boxer primers and clean-burning propellants, it maintains tight ignition tolerances and stable chamber pressure curves. The precision-drawn brass cases seal the chamber efficiently during firing and extract effortlessly, supporting fast follow-up shots and extended reloadability for handloaders.
Key Benefits
- Jacketed Soft Point (JSP) Design: Exposed lead tip initiates rapid mushrooming while the copper jacket controls expansion for deep penetration.
- High-Velocity 2,910 FPS Performance: Delivers flat trajectories and hard-hitting downrange energy for whitetail deer and pronghorn.
- 0.313 G1 Ballistic Coefficient: Streamlined bullet profile maintains velocity and resists lateral wind drift across variable hunting terrain.
- Select Reloadable Brass Casings: Precision-drawn virgin brass ensures reliable chamber sealing, clean extraction, and long reload life.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .30-06 Springfield | 2,910 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 0.313 G1 Ballistic Coefficient | Medium & Big Game Profile
- Projectile: 150 Grain | Jacketed Soft Point (JSP) | Exposed Lead Tip | Copper Jacket
- Case/Primer: Premium Virgin Reloadable Brass Case | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed | Clean-Burning Propellant
- Logistics: 20 Rounds Per Box | Federal Power-Shok Series
- Dimensions: .30-06 Springfield Geometry | Bolt-Action, Semi-Auto, & Lever-Action Configuration | SKU: 3006A
- Application: Whitetail Deer, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Black Bear, and Medium-to-Big Game Hunting
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Federal Factory Precision Quality Benchmarks
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