Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For big-game hunters pushing shots past 300 yards, Winchester Expedition Big Game Long Range delivers a purpose-built 30-06 Springfield hunting ammo pairing the classic chambering with a 190-grain Nosler AccuBond Long Range bullet. At 2750 feet per second muzzle velocity and 3190 foot-pounds of energy, this load combines flat trajectory with deep penetration — the bonded core stays intact through thick hide and heavy bone, expanding in a controlled manner to maximize wound channels on elk, moose, and large bears. The 0.64 G1 ballistic coefficient keeps velocity high downrange, and the polymer tip initiates expansion reliably at extended distances where many cup-and-core designs fail to open.
Performance at a Glance
Winchester loads the 190-grain Nosler AccuBond Long Range bullet in nickel-plated brass with a boxer primer — cases reload cleanly, and the non-corrosive primer extends storage life in humid climates. The sleek ogive design stabilizes in standard 1:10 twist barrels without requiring a jump to the lands, so you feed it from factory magazines in bolt guns, semiautos, and lever-actions chambered in 30-06 Springfield. Sectional density measures 0.286, giving the bullet the momentum to drive through shoulder blades and retain mass after bone strikes. The bonded lead core eliminates core-jacket separation, a failure mode that plagues traditional soft points when impact velocities exceed design thresholds at close range.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 30-06 Springfield |
| Bullet weight | 190 grains |
| Bullet type | Nosler AccuBond Long Range bonded polymer tip |
| Muzzle velocity | 2750 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 3190 ft-lbs |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.64 |
| Sectional density | 0.286 |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Nickel-plated brass |
| Primer | Boxer, non-corrosive |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead-free | No |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Winchester |
This load sits in the middle of the 30-06 ammo weight spectrum — heavier than 150-grain flat-base designs but lighter than 220-grain round-nose bullets. You trade some velocity against the 165-grain offerings for better downrange energy retention and wind deflection resistance, making the 190-grain AccuBond Long Range the go-to choice when shot distances stretch beyond 400 yards on open-country mule deer, pronghorn, and elk.
Safe Handling & Compliance
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- This ammunition contains lead; California Proposition 65 requires disclosure that lead exposure can cause cancer and reproductive harm — store in ventilated areas and wash hands after handling
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