S&B .30-06 Springfield HPC is a cartridge with an 11.7-gram or 180-grain expanding hollow point hunting bullet, designed for hunting larger game.
S&B .30-06 Springfield HPC is a cartridge with an 11.7-gram or 180-grain expanding hollow point hunting bullet, designed for hunting larger game. The hollow point of the HPC bullet is covered with a damage-resistant copper tip that preserves the bullet's aerodynamic shape. According to the manufacturer, the design combines extensive expansion, deep penetration, and good ballistic properties. Suitable for use For .30-06 Springfield hunting rifles For hunting larger game For hunters who prefer a heavier 180-grain bullet For applications requiring an expanding hunting bullet For forested and varied-range hunting terrain For use when the caliber, bullet type, and energy comply with the requirements for the hunted game Why choose S&B .30-06 Spr. HPC? HPC, or Hollow Point Capped hunting bullet Expanding hollow point construction Damage-resistant copper tip Bullet weight: 11.70 g or 180 gr Designed for extensive expansion Designed for deep penetration Ballistic coefficient G1 0.546 Ballistic coefficient G7 0.275 Muzzle velocity 814 m/s Muzzle energy 3876 J Manufacturer MRD value 170 m Energy at 400 meters 2160 J 20 cartridges per box Factory-loaded Sellier & Bellot hunting cartridge Technical data Caliber: .30-06 Springfield Bullet type: HPC or Hollow Point Capped Bullet construction: expanding hollow point hunting bullet with copper tip Bullet weight: 11.70 g / 180 gr Bullet number: 2983 Jacket material designation: Fe/CuZn 10 Sectional density: 0.271 lb/in² Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.546 Ballistic coefficient: G7 0.275 Manufacturer MRD value: 170 m Total cartridge weight: 27.4 g Cartridge length: 83.40 mm Estimated power factor: 480.8 kgr·fps +P load: no Test barrel length: 600 mm Cartridges per box: 20 EAN: 8590690331635 Ballistic data At muzzle: 814 m/s and 3876 J At 100 m: 759 m/s and 3372 J At 200 m: 707 m/s and 2920 J At 300 m: 656 m/s and 2517 J At 400 m: 608 m/s and 2160 J The manufacturer’s ballistic data are measured with a 600 mm test barrel. Actual velocity and energy may depend on barrel length, firearm construction, ammunition batch, and environmental conditions. Trajectory comparison data Manufacturer’s published points of impact with sights set for 100 meters: 50 m: –0.5 cm 100 m: 0.0 cm 200 m: –12.0 cm 300 m: –43.8 cm 400 m: –98.4 cm With the manufacturer’s MRD setting, calculated distance 170 m: 50 m: +1.4 cm 100 m: +3.8 cm 200 m: –4.5 cm 300 m: –32.4 cm 400 m: –83.2 cm These are manufacturer comparison data. The actual point of impact must be confirmed with your firearm, optics, and the same batch of ammunition. Trajectory is also affected by optic height, barrel length, and environmental conditions. Package contents Cartridges per box: 20 Boxes per transport case: 20 Cartridges per transport case: 400 Box dimensions: 133.5 × 28.5 × 86 mm Approximate box weight: 0.60 kg Transport case dimensions: 195 × 305 × 155 mm Approximate transport case weight: 12.2 kg Frequently Asked Questions What does HPC mean? HPC stands for Hollow Point Capped, meaning a hollow point bullet with a protective tip. The expanding hollow point bullet's tip is covered by a damage-resistant copper tip, which helps protect the bullet tip during handling and feeding in the firearm. Why does the HPC bullet have a copper tip? The copper tip protects the hollow point bullet from mechanical damage and helps maintain its aerodynamic shape. Upon impact, the hollow point construction allows the bullet to expand. Is the HPC bullet lead-free? HPC is not the manufacturer’s lead-free eXergy bullet and should not be used in areas where lead-free hunting bullets are required. For such use, choose S&B’s TXRG eXergy Blue. What does 180 gr mean? Grain (gr) is a unit of bullet weight. The 180-grain bullet in this cartridge weighs 11.7 grams. It is a classic heavy hunting bullet for .30-06 Springfield. How does the HPC differ from a regular hollow point bullet? The HPC bullet’s hollow point is covered by a copper tip. This makes the bullet tip more resistant to damage and helps maintain its shape. The main effect of the bullet is still based on the expanding hollow point construction. What is the difference between HPC, SP, and SPCE? HPC is an expanding bullet with a protected hollow point, emphasizing extensive expansion and deep penetration. SP is a classic soft point bullet, and SPCE uses a cannelure in the jacket to help keep the jacket and core together. Can this cartridge be used in a .308 Winchester rifle? No. .30-06 Springfield and .308 Winchester are cartridges with different dimensions. This ammunition may only be used in firearms chambered for .30-06 Springfield. Do the manufacturer’s 400-meter data mean the cartridge is automatically suitable for hunting at that distance? No. Publishing ballistic data does not determine a responsible hunting distance. Suitable shooting distance depends on the game, impact velocity, required energy, weather, firearm accuracy, and shooter skill. When is S&B .30-06 Spr. HPC the right choice? This load is suitable for hunters seeking a heavy 180-grain expanding bullet for .30-06 Springfield. The HPC construction combines a protected hollow point, high ballistic coefficient, and manufacturer-stated extensive expansion and deep penetration. TXRG eXergy Blue is a better choice if a lead-free bullet is required in the hunting area. PTS offers a polymer-tipped construction, SP a classic soft point, and SPCE a partially locked jacket and core solution. FMJ is mainly for training and does not replace the HPC hunting bullet. Expert recommendation Before buying a larger quantity, check the cartridge’s accuracy in your firearm. The high ballistic coefficient HPC bullet retains velocity well, but the actual point of impact and grouping always depend on the barrel, optics, and ammunition batch. If you switch from another bullet construction or weight to the HPC load, sight in your firearm again. Confirm the actual trajectory at suitable distances and make sure before hunting that the bullet type and energy comply with the requirements for the game being hunted. Heavy protected hollow point .30-06 hunting cartridge S&B .30-06 Spr. HPC 11.7 g combines a 180-grain bullet, damage-resistant copper tip, and expanding hollow point construction. It is a hunting load with strong energy and good velocity retention for hunting larger game.
S&B .30-06 Springfield HPC is a cartridge with an 11.7-gram or 180-grain expanding hollow point hunting bullet, designed for hunting larger game. The hollow point of the HPC bullet is covered with a damage-resistant copper tip that preserves the bullet's aerodynamic shape. According to the manufacturer, the design combines extensive expansion, deep penetration, and good ballistic properties. Suitable for use For .30-06 Springfield hunting rifles For hunting larger game For hunters who prefer a heavier 180-grain bullet For applications requiring an expanding hunting bullet For forested and varied-range hunting terrain For use when the caliber, bullet type, and energy comply with the requirements for the hunted game Why choose S&B .30-06 Spr. HPC? HPC, or Hollow Point Capped hunting bullet Expanding hollow point construction Damage-resistant copper tip Bullet weight: 11.70 g or 180 gr Designed for extensive expansion Designed for deep penetration Ballistic coefficient G1 0.546 Ballistic coefficient G7 0.275 Muzzle velocity 814 m/s Muzzle energy 3876 J Manufacturer MRD value 170 m Energy at 400 meters 2160 J 20 cartridges per box Factory-loaded Sellier & Bellot hunting cartridge Technical data Caliber: .30-06 Springfield Bullet type: HPC or Hollow Point Capped Bullet construction: expanding hollow point hunting bullet with copper tip Bullet weight: 11.70 g / 180 gr Bullet number: 2983 Jacket material designation: Fe/CuZn 10 Sectional density: 0.271 lb/in² Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.546 Ballistic coefficient: G7 0.275 Manufacturer MRD value: 170 m Total cartridge weight: 27.4 g Cartridge length: 83.40 mm Estimated power factor: 480.8 kgr·fps +P load: no Test barrel length: 600 mm Cartridges per box: 20 EAN: 8590690331635 Ballistic data At muzzle: 814 m/s and 3876 J At 100 m: 759 m/s and 3372 J At 200 m: 707 m/s and 2920 J At 300 m: 656 m/s and 2517 J At 400 m: 608 m/s and 2160 J The manufacturer’s ballistic data are measured with a 600 mm test barrel. Actual velocity and energy may depend on barrel length, firearm construction, ammunition batch, and environmental conditions. Trajectory comparison data Manufacturer’s published points of impact with sights set for 100 meters: 50 m: –0.5 cm 100 m: 0.0 cm 200 m: –12.0 cm 300 m: –43.8 cm 400 m: –98.4 cm With the manufacturer’s MRD setting, calculated distance 170 m: 50 m: +1.4 cm 100 m: +3.8 cm 200 m: –4.5 cm 300 m: –32.4 cm 400 m: –83.2 cm These are manufacturer comparison data. The actual point of impact must be confirmed with your firearm, optics, and the same batch of ammunition. Trajectory is also affected by optic height, barrel length, and environmental conditions. Package contents Cartridges per box: 20 Boxes per transport case: 20 Cartridges per transport case: 400 Box dimensions: 133.5 × 28.5 × 86 mm Approximate box weight: 0.60 kg Transport case dimensions: 195 × 305 × 155 mm Approximate transport case weight: 12.2 kg Frequently Asked Questions What does HPC mean? HPC stands for Hollow Point Capped, meaning a hollow point bullet with a protective tip. The expanding hollow point bullet's tip is covered by a damage-resistant copper tip, which helps protect the bullet tip during handling and feeding in the firearm. Why does the HPC bullet have a copper tip? The copper tip protects the hollow point bullet from mechanical damage and helps maintain its aerodynamic shape. Upon impact, the hollow point construction allows the bullet to expand. Is the HPC bullet lead-free? HPC is not the manufacturer’s lead-free eXergy bullet and should not be used in areas where lead-free hunting bullets are required. For such use, choose S&B’s TXRG eXergy Blue. What does 180 gr mean? Grain (gr) is a unit of bullet weight. The 180-grain bullet in this cartridge weighs 11.7 grams. It is a classic heavy hunting bullet for .30-06 Springfield. How does the HPC differ from a regular hollow point bullet? The HPC bullet’s hollow point is covered by a copper tip. This makes the bullet tip more resistant to damage and helps maintain its shape. The main effect of the bullet is still based on the expanding hollow point construction. What is the difference between HPC, SP, and SPCE? HPC is an expanding bullet with a protected hollow point, emphasizing extensive expansion and deep penetration. SP is a classic soft point bullet, and SPCE uses a cannelure in the jacket to help keep the jacket and core together. Can this cartridge be used in a .308 Winchester rifle? No. .30-06 Springfield and .308 Winchester are cartridges with different dimensions. This ammunition may only be used in firearms chambered for .30-06 Springfield. Do the manufacturer’s 400-meter data mean the cartridge is automatically suitable for hunting at that distance? No. Publishing ballistic data does not determine a responsible hunting distance. Suitable shooting distance depends on the game, impact velocity, required energy, weather, firearm accuracy, and shooter skill. When is S&B .30-06 Spr. HPC the right choice? This load is suitable for hunters seeking a heavy 180-grain expanding bullet for .30-06 Springfield. The HPC construction combines a protected hollow point, high ballistic coefficient, and manufacturer-stated extensive expansion and deep penetration. TXRG eXergy Blue is a better choice if a lead-free bullet is required in the hunting area. PTS offers a polymer-tipped construction, SP a classic soft point, and SPCE a partially locked jacket and core solution. FMJ is mainly for training and does not replace the HPC hunting bullet. Expert recommendation Before buying a larger quantity, check the cartridge’s accuracy in your firearm. The high ballistic coefficient HPC bullet retains velocity well, but the actual point of impact and grouping always depend on the barrel, optics, and ammunition batch. If you switch from another bullet construction or weight to the HPC load, sight in your firearm again. Confirm the actual trajectory at suitable distances and make sure before hunting that the bullet type and energy comply with the requirements for the game being hunted. Heavy protected hollow point .30-06 hunting cartridge S&B .30-06 Spr. HPC 11.7 g combines a 180-grain bullet, damage-resistant copper tip, and expanding hollow point construction. It is a hunting load with strong energy and good velocity retention for hunting larger game.
