Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Browning’s Max Point line addresses the short magnum hunter who needs consistent expansion without sacrificing downrange precision. The 300 WSM ammo here carries a 180-grain polymer tip bullet engineered to open quickly on whitetail, mule deer, and pronghorn-sized targets. At 2900 feet per second from the muzzle, you’re working with 3361 foot-pounds of kinetic energy — enough to anchor medium game inside 400 yards when you hold wind and elevation correctly. Browning loads this round in reloadable brass with Boxer primers, so you reclaim your cases after the hunt and reload them through the off-season.
Performance at a Glance
The polymer tip initiates expansion on impact while maintaining ballistic coefficient during flight. Browning machines these bullets to tight tolerances, which keeps vertical dispersion under control when you’re zeroing or confirming drops at distance. The 180-grain weight balances sectional density with velocity — you retain enough momentum to push through hide and shoulder bone, but you’re not fighting the recoil and barrel harmonics of heavier hunting pills. Brass case construction handles the short magnum’s higher chamber pressures, and the non-corrosive Boxer primer means your rifle’s bore stays cleaner between range sessions.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 300 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM) |
| Bullet weight | 180 Grains |
| Bullet type | Polymer Tip |
| Muzzle velocity | 2900 Feet Per Second |
| Muzzle energy | 3361 Foot Pounds |
| Rounds/box | 20 Round |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Velocity Rating | Supersonic |
| Country of Origin | United States of America |
| Manufacturer | Browning |
This load fits bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered in 300 Winchester Short Magnum. You’ll find complete ballistic data and confirmed zeros in our 300 WSM ammo category archive, where we track current pricing and availability across the short magnum hunting segment.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction; treat every firearm as if it were loaded; keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot; be certain of your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify current federal, state, and local laws regarding ammunition purchase, possession, and transportation in your jurisdiction before ordering.
- This ammunition contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm (Proposition 65). Store in original packaging away from moisture and extreme temperatures.
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