Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
The Nosler Trophy Grade 30-06 Springfield 150-grain Partition JSP marries controlled expansion with deep penetration — the hallmark of John Nosler’s dual-core design since 1948. Launched at 3000 fps, this load generates 2997 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, placing it squarely in the sweet spot for whitetail, mule deer, black bear, and lighter-framed elk inside 300 yards. The Partition bullet is a jacketed soft point engineered around an internal partition wall that separates the front lead core from the rear; on impact, the thin forward jacket mouth ruptures and curls uniformly outward, while the partition prevents the rear core from fragmenting. Typical weight retention exceeds 60 percent, ensuring the shank punches through shoulder bone and vitals even when entry velocity drops below 2000 fps. Nosler loads each Trophy Grade round on Nosler Custom brass with a Boxer primer — non-corrosive, reloadable, and inspected during hand-packaging.
Load Profile
Built on a 150-grain Partition bullet with a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.387 and sectional density of 0.226, this 30-06 load balances flat trajectory out to 250 yards with adequate mass for bone-breaking penetration. At 200 yards, velocity holds near 2600 fps; at 300 yards, roughly 2300 fps — both well above the Partition’s 1800 fps expansion threshold. Brass cases are drawn, annealed, and weight-sorted to maintain single-digit extreme spread in factory lots. Primers are seated to uniform depth, and powder charges are metered within ±0.1 grain. The result: sub-MOA accuracy potential from quality hunting rifles with 22- to 24-inch barrels.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 30-06 Springfield |
| Bullet weight | 150 grains |
| Bullet type | Nosler Partition Jacketed Soft Point |
| Muzzle velocity | 3000 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2997 ft-lbs |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.387 |
| Sectional density | 0.226 |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Nosler Custom brass |
| Primer | Boxer, non-corrosive |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead-free | No |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Nosler |
This load pairs with bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered in 30-06 ammo, including Remington 700, Winchester Model 70, Browning BAR, and Springfield M1 Garand platforms (M1 shooters verify gas-system compatibility with 150-grain loads). Zero at 200 yards for a 2.5-inch high impact at 100 yards and near point-of-aim at 250 yards — a practical hunting zero for mixed timber and open terrain.
Safe Handling & Compliance
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- Observe the four rules of firearm safety at all times — treat every firearm as loaded, never point at anything you do not intend to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire, and know your target and what lies beyond it.
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- This ammunition contains lead. Handling or firing may result in lead exposure. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Pregnant women and children should avoid exposure. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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