Most Consistent 30-06 Ammo for Consistent Performance

If you are looking for a cartridge you can rely on to do the job every trigger pull, this Core-Lokt Tipped cartridge is your winner. The Deadliest Mushroom in the Woods combined with precision bullet manufacturing yields the consistency hunter’s desire. With an improved polymer tip and an adjusted rearward center of gravity, this cartridge busts through the thick brush of the Appalachian Mountains and zips across the plains of Kansas without an issue. Read more on our Core-Lokt Tipped rifle ammo here.

Most Popular 30-06 Ammo for Deer Hunting

Remington’s best-selling 30-06 cartridge is hands down our Core-Lokt 150 gr Pointed Soft Point. Nothing embodies the Remington brand more than a good old box of 30-06 Core-Lokt. This bestseller has knocked down its fair share of critters across the world and will continue to do so for some time. The Core-Lokt’s iconic controlled expansion, mid weight bullet and respectful ballistic coefficient of .339, this product won’t steer you wrong if you’re a serious whitetail hunter. To learn more about what a ballistic coefficient, check out this Remington Blog. As a matter of fact, I personally just picked up myself a box to use for this deer season.

Top 30-06 Grain Weights for Deer Hunting

Choosing the proper grain weight for 30-06 ammo can be challenging. For starters, a lighter bullet moves fast, is smaller, and has less momentum. Lighter bullets are ideal for longer shots due to their faster velocity and reduced drift when it contacts wind. On the other hand, a heavier bullet moves slower, is larger, can bust through brush better, and has increased momentum. Heavier bullets are ideal for shorter yardages and brushy areas, but don’t think they are not able to perform over long ranges. A happy medium between these two opposites is a 165-grain bullet. This bullet is stout enough for busting through brush, but agile enough to punch a deer at 300 yards. Check out our Core-Lokt 165 gr PSP. If you are seeking a heavier bullet weight, check out our 180 grain PSP.

Best Bang for your Buck

If you are looking for budget 30-06 ammo without sacrificing quality, any offering in our traditional Core-Lokt product line will suit you. With an MSRP price of $39.99 spanning across three different grain weights, the variations in this rifle ammo line gives you the ability to find your perfect cartridge. Each box of Core-Lokt ammo contains 20 cartridges, equivalenting to $2 a round. For the price of $40, you get 20 rounds, which is plenty to sight in your rifle, shoot a few extra, and still be able to hunt with. The Core-Lokt bullet has taken more game than any other bullet on the planet, so pick up a box when you can, and you’ll find out why when you make a harvest.

30-06 Deer Hunting FAQs

• What is the best way to get the rifle ammo I am seeking?
  • It can be a challenge to find the exact cartridge in-store, especially in rural areas. This can lead to multiple trips, frustration, and compromising on a different round. All of which can dampen your desire to hunt. To avoid this, order online through Remington’s website. Not only do we have a section just for 30-06 ammo, but a handful of other popular cartridges too. Find exactly what you are seeking with a few clicks and have your perfect rifle cartridge shipped right to your doorstep. Save yourself the hassle.
• Is the 30-06 a good cartridge for deer hunting?
  • Yes. This 30-caliber bullet yields great knockdown power, delivers consistent accuracy over range, and is effective to upwards of 300 yards. Additionally, the controlled expansion is perfect for an animal like a whitetail deer.
• What grain bullet is best for 30-06 for deer?
  • The best bullet weight for you should be based off the area you are hunting in. If you are taking longer shots and encounter less stout deer, a lighter bullet may be in your favor. Taking closer shots, busting through brush, or encountering Midwest bruisers? Consider a heavier bullet.
• What is the effective range of a 30-06 deer?
  • A 30-06 can be effective out to 400 yards. But at the end of the day, it is your responsibility as a hunter to determine the distances you are confident at. How do you figure this out? Get out and shoot your gun.
• What is the most accurate bullet weight for a 30-06?
  • For whitetail deer at the average range of 200 yards, a 150 – 165 gr bullet is going to provide you with enough power to knock’em down while maintaining a flat trajectory and manageable recoil.
• Is 30-06 overkill for deer?
  • There is no such thing as overkill. At the end of the day, it’s all about what provides the quickest results upon impact. The longevity of the 30-06 is the truest testament to its performance in the woods.