Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition – Classic Lever-Action Deer Ammo, 20 Rounds

Description

Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition ammunition loads a 170 grain Nosler Partition bullet into the 30-30 Winchester. Federal lists a muzzle velocity of about 2200 feet per second and a ballistic coefficient of .254, which works out to roughly 1827 foot-pounds of muzzle energy by standard calculation. Each box holds 20 rounds.

• The Original Premium Hunting Bullet
• Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition Specifications
• Hunting Tips

The Original Premium Hunting Bullet

The Nosler Partition was the first bullet loaded in the Federal Premium line, and it remains a standard for reliability on big game.

A partition divides the lead core into two sections. The front half mushrooms on impact for rapid expansion and energy transfer, while the back half stays intact to drive deep penetration.

That combination of quick expansion and retained weight makes the Partition a dependable choice for big game at close to mid-range distances.

Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition Specifications

These figures follow Federal’s published data for item P3030D. Federal’s product page lists UPC 029465084721, which matches this listing.

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product line: Nosler Partition
• Manufacturer item number: P3030D
• Caliber: 30-30 Winchester
• Bullet: 170 grain Nosler Partition
• Muzzle velocity: about 2200 fps
• Muzzle energy: about 1827 ft-lbs (standard calculation)
• Ballistic coefficient: .254
• Usage: big game hunting
• Rounds per box: 20

Hunting Tips

Use Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition ammo only in rifles chambered for 30-30 Winchester.

Zero your rifle with this exact load, then confirm your holds at the longest distance you expect to shoot.

Aim for the heart and lung area on a broadside or slightly quartering animal for quick, ethical results.

Practice from field positions such as sitting, kneeling and shooting off sticks before the season.

Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition ammo is a classic choice for hunters after deer, black bear and hogs in the woods.

The 30-30 Winchester has filled deer tags from lever-action rifles for well over a century. Loading it with a 170 grain Nosler Partition gives Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition ammo a premium bullet that expands reliably at 30-30 velocities while holding together for deep penetration.

Before the season, shoot a few groups with Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition ammo from a solid rest, then practice from the positions you will actually hunt from. A rifle that groups well off the bench is only part of the picture; being able to hold steady from sitting, kneeling or off shooting sticks is what fills tags.

After the shot, give the animal time before you follow up, and mark where it was standing. A soft point bullet that does its job usually leaves a good blood trail, but patience makes recovery much easier.

Clean your rifle after the hunt and store it with a light coat of oil, especially if it was out in rain or snow.

Premium hunting ammunition costs more than practice loads, so many hunters zero with a box of the same load they will hunt with and then confirm their dope before each season. Buying several boxes of Federal 30-30 170gr Nosler Partition from one lot keeps your point of impact consistent from year to year.

Wind and range estimation matter as much as the bullet. Use a rangefinder, learn how your load drifts in a crosswind, and practice at the distances you expect to shoot. Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box so it performs the same on opening day as it did at the range.

Looking for a rifle to shoot it in? Check out the Henry H9 Protector 30-30 lever-action carbine, or read more on Federal’s Nosler Partition 30-30 Winchester page.