Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
The 30-30 Winchester E-Tip ammo from Nosler pairs a 150-grain copper-alloy projectile with a polycarbonate tip engineered to initiate expansion on impact while retaining mass through dense tissue. At 2250 feet per second and 1698 foot-pounds of energy, this load meets lead-free compliance requirements without sacrificing terminal performance. The 30-30 Winchester has anchored whitetail, hogs, and black bear across North America for over a century — Nosler’s E-Tip maintains that tradition where lead-core bullets are restricted.
Built for the Box
Nosler machines the E-Tip from a patent-pending copper alloy, forming a one-piece hollow-point with an internal Energy Expansion Cavity that controls petal deployment. The polycarbonate tip prevents deformation under magazine spring pressure and raises ballistic coefficient to 0.344 G1 — higher than traditional flat-nose 30-30 loads. The boat-tail base reduces drag, flattening trajectory beyond 150 yards. Each case uses Nosler Custom brass with a Boxer primer, ready for reloading after the first firing. Twenty rounds ship in polymer trays, inspected at the factory before packing.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 30-30 Winchester |
| Bullet weight | 150 grains |
| Bullet type | Nosler Expansion Tip (E-Tip), polymer tip, lead-free |
| Muzzle velocity | 2250 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 1698 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic coefficient (G1) | 0.344 |
| Sectional density | 0.226 |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Nosler Custom brass, reloadable |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Intended use | Hunting (deer, hogs, black bear) |
| Manufacturer | Nosler, Inc. (USA) |
This load serves lever-action rifles with tubular magazines — the polymer tip compresses safely against the primer of the round ahead, unlike exposed lead tips. For hunters working California condor zones, Washington state lands, or other lead-restricted areas, the E-Tip meets regulatory requirements while delivering expansion and penetration benchmarks competitive with cup-and-core designs. Browse our full 30-30 ammo inventory for additional grain weights and bullet profiles.
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.
- Treat every firearm as if it is loaded; keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times.
- Verify current state and local ammunition laws before purchasing — some jurisdictions restrict lead-free or expanding projectiles.
- Copper-alloy bullets may produce different pressure curves than lead-core loads; verify headspace and function in your rifle before field use.
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