Barnes Centerfire Rifle .30-06 Springfield 165-grain Jacketed Hollow Point Boat Tail ammunition (part no. 32185) loads a proven caliber with a bullet built for versatility on the range and in the field. Barnes shapes this 165-grain bullet with a boat-tail base that trims drag for a flatter trajectory, while the hollow-point tip is engineered to expand reliably on impact. The .30-06 remains one of the most versatile big-game cartridges ever chambered, with ammunition and rifles available nearly everywhere. In rifle ammunition for hunters and range shooters alike, this is a dependable, mid-weight .30-06 load.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .30-06 Springfield, one of the most versatile and widely available big-game cartridges.
• The bullet weighs 165 grains, a proven mid-weight option for deer, hogs, and similarly sized game.
• The profile is a boat tail, trimming drag for a flatter trajectory and better retained velocity downrange.
• The tip is a jacketed hollow point, engineered to expand on impact for reliable terminal performance.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, shipped 10 boxes to the case.
• Cost runs about $2.06 per round for a purpose-built rifle load.
• A full box ships at approximately 1.29 lb.
• This load is built for bolt-action rifles chambered in .30-06 Springfield, one of the most widely available chamberings on the market.
• The jacketed construction keeps cost per round modest compared to a bonded or monolithic premium hunting bullet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the boat-tail base add over a flat-base bullet? It tapers the bullet’s rear to reduce aerodynamic drag, which helps the bullet retain velocity and fly flatter at extended range.

What game is the 165-grain .30-06 suited for? It is a proven, versatile weight for deer, hogs, and similarly sized North American big game.

Buy Barnes Centerfire Rifle .30-06 165gr JHP BT

A cartridge this proven deserves ammunition built for real accuracy and dependable expansion, and this load delivers both. Load up before the next range day or hunt. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.