Norma TipStrike 30-06 Springfield Ammo 170 Grain Polymer Tip Box of 20

Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.

Shop Norma TipStrike 30-06 Springfield ammo when you need reliable expansion and penetration on medium to large game. The 170-grain polymer tip bullet launches at 2790 feet per second, delivering 2937 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle. Norma engineers the TipStrike with a dual-purpose jacket: the front third opens rapidly for hydraulic shock, while the rear two-thirds maintain structural integrity through a mechanical lead lock. The polymer tip delays expansion just long enough to ensure the bullet reaches vitals before initiating the wound channel. G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.454 maintains supersonic velocity downrange. Brass cases accept standard large rifle primers and reload cleanly — boxer-primed, non-corrosive. Each box holds 20 rounds.

Performance at a Glance

The TipStrike design prioritizes immediate stopping power without sacrificing penetration depth. The polymer tip improves ballistic coefficient over traditional soft-point designs, flattening trajectory and reducing wind drift. At impact, the tip drives into the hollow cavity, forcing the tapered jacket walls outward in a controlled petal pattern. The mechanical lock — a physical crimp in the jacket base — prevents core separation even when striking heavy bone. Norma rates muzzle velocity at 2790 fps from a 24-inch test barrel; expect 50-75 fps less from typical 22-inch sporting rifles. Brass cases measure to SAAMI spec and show consistent flash holes for uniform ignition.

The 170-grain weight sits between light 150-grain varmint loads and heavy 180-grain penetrators, offering balanced performance for deer, elk, and black bear at typical hunting distances inside 300 yards. Browse our full 30-06 ammo selection for alternative bullet weights and constructions.