30-06 Sprg – 180 gr JSP – Federal Power-SHOK (3006B) – 200 Rounds

Federal Power-Shok is a straightforward, affordable hunting line, and the 180 grain 30-06 load covers almost any North American big game hunt. This listing is Federal Power-Shok 30-06 Springfield 180 grain jacketed soft point ammo, MPN 3006B, sold as 200 rounds for hunters, guides, and families who want one reliable 30-06 load across several rifles.

Federal rates this load at 2,700 fps with 2,913 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. The soft point bullet has exposed lead at the nose to begin expansion, while the copper jacket and lead core work together for controlled mushrooming and good penetration. The heavy 180 grain weight is well suited to elk, moose, black bear, and large hogs, and it still works well on deer. This is a hunting load, not a target or Garand practice round.

This ammunition fits bolt action and semi-automatic rifles chambered in 30-06 Springfield, such as the Remington 700 and 7400, Winchester Model 70, Browning BAR and X-Bolt, Ruger American and Hawkeye, Savage 110, Tikka T3x, Weatherby Vanguard, Bergara B-14, and Mossberg Patriot. A common question is whether this load is suitable for an M1 Garand. No. Heavy commercial hunting loads can stress the Garand’s operating rod, so use ammunition made specifically for that rifle. Another common question is how far a 180 grain 30-06 is effective on elk. Many hunters keep shots within about 300 yards with standard soft points, depending on skill and conditions.

Federal 3006B is new production ammunition, not reloads, made in the USA in Anoka, Minnesota. It uses reloadable boxer-primed brass cases and non-corrosive primers. This listing ships as 10 boxes of 20 rounds for 200 total from one lot, so each rifle in camp can be zeroed with the same rounds it will hunt with. Practice from field positions such as sitting and kneeling, not just the bench, so you know your real limits before the hunt.