Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Hornady American Whitetail 300 Winchester Magnum ammo in 150 grain loads the legendary Interlock jacketed soft point — a controlled-expansion hunting bullet designed for the whitetail hunter who demands consistent accuracy and terminal performance. This 300 Winchester Magnum ammunition produces 3275 feet per second muzzle velocity and 3572 foot-pounds of energy from a 24-inch test barrel, giving you flat trajectory and hard-hitting energy at distances where conventional rifle cartridges start to lose authority. Hornady manufactures this load with modern components, boxer-primed brass cases, and non-corrosive primers — all reloadable for shooters who roll their own. Each box contains 20 rounds of new-production ammunition made in the United States.
Built for the Box
The Interlock design features a mechanical jacket-to-core lock ring that prevents core-jacket separation during expansion. When the 150-grain JSP impacts soft tissue, the tapered jacket and hard-alloyed lead core remain locked together, retaining mass and transferring energy into the target. This controlled expansion produces wound channels that drop game quickly while maintaining enough structural integrity to reach vitals on quartering shots. Hornady has built the American Whitetail line around this bullet because it delivers the stopping power serious hunters expect — without the premium price of bonded or monolithic designs.
Specs at a Glance

| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 300 Winchester Magnum |
| Bullet weight | 150 Grains |
| Bullet type | Hornady Interlock Jacketed Soft Point |
| Muzzle velocity | 3275 Feet Per Second |
| Muzzle energy | 3572 Foot Pounds |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.338 |
| Sectional density | 0.226 |
| Test barrel length | 24 Inches |
| Rounds/box | 20 Round |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Hornady (United States) |
This ammunition ships as a DOT-regulated product and is subject to applicable shipping restrictions. Browse our full selection of 300 Win Mag ammo for additional bullet weights and manufacturers.
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 follow the four rules of firearm safety when handling firearms and ammunition
- Store ammunition separately from firearms in a cool, dry location; this product contains lead and is subject to California Proposition 65 warnings
- Verify your rifle is chambered for 300 Winchester Magnum before loading — firing ammunition in an incorrectly chambered firearm can cause catastrophic failure





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