The Sellier & Bellot SB3030A delivers consistent terminal performance for 30-30 Winchester lever-action rifles with its proven 150-grain soft point design. This Czech-manufactured ammunition combines traditional hunting effectiveness with modern quality control standards.
What Makes This Different
Sellier & Bellot's soft point construction features a precisely engineered lead core and copper-alloy jacket that ensures controlled expansion upon impact. The 150-grain projectile weight provides optimal balance between velocity and energy retention at typical lever-gun ranges. Factory-loaded to SAAMI specifications, this ammunition delivers consistent chamber pressures and velocities that complement the 30-30's moderate recoil characteristics.
Key Features
- 150-grain soft point bullet optimized for medium game hunting
- Boxer-primed brass cases suitable for reloading applications
- Non-corrosive powder and primer components
- Factory velocity approximately 2,390 fps from 24-inch barrel
- Muzzle energy rating of 1,902 foot-pounds
- Compatible with all 30-30 Winchester chamber specifications
- 20-round boxes packed in 25-box cases for bulk purchasing
Field performance centers on the soft point's ability to expand reliably on whitetail deer, black bear, and similar-sized game within the 30-30's effective range. The bullet maintains structural integrity through light brush while delivering sufficient energy transfer for clean harvests. Accuracy testing in quality lever-action rifles typically produces 2-3 MOA groups at 100 yards, matching the practical precision expectations for this cartridge class.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 30-30 Winchester (.308 diameter)
- Bullet Weight: 150 grains
- Bullet Type: Soft Point (SP)
- Case Material: Brass with Boxer primer
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,390 fps (24-inch barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 1,902 ft-lbs
- Packaging: 20 rounds per box, 25 boxes per case
- Country of Origin: Czech Republic
Sellier & Bellot's century-plus manufacturing experience shows in the consistent dimensional tolerances and reliable ignition characteristics. The bulk case quantity provides cost-effective ammunition supply for serious hunters and range shooters who appreciate proven terminal ballistics.