The Hornady 82044 American Whitetail 300 Winchester Magnum delivers consistent terminal performance with its proven 180-grain InterLock Spire Point design. This premium hunting ammunition combines flat trajectory with controlled expansion for reliable one-shot stops on medium to large game. Factory-loaded rounds ensure consistent powder charges and optimal accuracy across varying hunting conditions.
What Makes This Different
The InterLock ring mechanically locks the core and jacket together, preventing separation during expansion for maximum weight retention. Unlike standard soft point bullets that can fragment, the InterLock design maintains 70-90% of original bullet weight while creating devastating wound channels. The spire point profile reduces drag for flatter trajectory compared to round nose alternatives, extending effective range by 50-75 yards.
Key Features
- 180-grain InterLock Spire Point bullet with mechanical core-jacket lock
- 300 Winchester Magnum chambering for long-range hunting applications
- Premium brass cases with consistent wall thickness for reliable extraction
- Factory-loaded with temperature-stable powder for consistent velocities
- Spire point design reduces wind drift and maintains energy downrange
- 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)
- Boxer-primed cases suitable for reloading
Field performance demonstrates muzzle velocities around 2,960 fps with 3,501 ft-lbs of energy, maintaining over 2,000 ft-lbs at 300 yards. The 180-grain bullet weight provides excellent sectional density for deep penetration on elk, moose, and large deer. Consistent accuracy typically produces 1.5-2 MOA groups from quality hunting rifles, making it suitable for shots extending beyond 400 yards in capable hands.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 300 Winchester Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 180 grains
- Bullet Type: InterLock Spire Point
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,960 fps (approximate)
- Muzzle Energy: 3,501 ft-lbs (approximate)
- Case Material: Brass with Boxer primer
- Quantity: 20 rounds per box, 200 rounds per case
- Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
This ammunition represents decades of Hornady's hunting cartridge development, optimized specifically for North American big game. The combination of proven bullet technology and precision manufacturing delivers the reliability serious hunters demand when opportunities present themselves.