The Speer 1459 Hot-Cor ammunition delivers consistent terminal performance for medium to large game hunting with its proven 130-grain spitzer soft point design. This 270 Winchester load combines reliable expansion with deep penetration, making it a trusted choice among hunters pursuing deer, elk, and similar-sized game.
What Makes This Different
Speer's Hot-Cor construction bonds the lead core directly to the jacket during the manufacturing process, preventing core separation that can reduce stopping power. Unlike standard cup-and-core bullets that rely on mechanical bonding, the Hot-Cor process creates a molecular bond between core and jacket. This results in 85-90% weight retention even after impact with heavy bone, compared to 60-70% retention typical of conventional soft points.
Key Features
- 130-grain spitzer soft point bullet optimized for flat trajectory and controlled expansion
- Hot-Cor bonded construction prevents jacket separation for maximum weight retention
- Tapered jacket design promotes reliable expansion at velocities from 1,800-3,000 fps
- Premium brass cases with consistent wall thickness for reliable feeding and extraction
- Factory-loaded to SAAMI specifications with temperature-stable powder
- Bulk packaging of 100 rounds reduces cost per shot for high-volume shooters
- Manufactured in the USA with quality control testing on every lot
Field testing demonstrates this load achieves 2,950 fps muzzle velocity from a 24-inch barrel with sub-MOA accuracy potential in quality rifles. The 130-grain weight provides an optimal balance of velocity and energy for the 270 Winchester cartridge, delivering over 2,700 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle. Hunters report clean, one-shot kills on whitetail deer out to 300 yards, with the bonded bullet construction ensuring adequate penetration on quartering shots through shoulder bone.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 270 Winchester
- Bullet Weight: 130 grains
- Bullet Type: Spitzer Soft Point, Hot-Cor bonded
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,950 fps (24-inch barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 2,705 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Reloadable brass
- Primer: Non-corrosive Boxer
- Packaging: 100 rounds per box
- Manufacturer: Speer (Vista Outdoor)
- UPC: 076683014597
This ammunition represents decades of Speer's ballistic engineering expertise in a proven hunting load. The 100-round bulk packaging provides excellent value for hunters who practice regularly or guide services requiring consistent performance across multiple hunts.