The Fort Scott Munitions TUI 30-06 Springfield 168gr solid copper load comes as a box of 20 rounds. Fort Scott Munitions lists it as part no. 30-06-168-SCV and loads a 168-grain solid copper spun SCS bullet in a non-lead, Tumble Upon Impact design that the maker machines on a CNC lathe from solid copper or brass rod. The maker rates this load at 2719 fps from a 24-inch test barrel with a 1:10 twist. Fort Scott pitches the line for hunting, match shooting and self-defense.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 30-06 Springfield, as Fort Scott prints it for this load.
• The bullet weighs 168 grains, which separates it from other weights in the same TUI line.
• The bullet is a solid copper spun SCS design, non-lead and machined on a CNC lathe.
• The Tumble Upon Impact design is patented, and Fort Scott says it makes the bullet tumble end over end on impact with water-based tissue.
• Muzzle velocity is 2719 fps, measured by the maker from a 24-inch test barrel with a 1:10 twist.
• The cartridge overall length is 3.220-inch, as published for this load.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, the pack size Fort Scott publishes for this load.
• The powder is CMR 100, listed in the maker’s load data for this item.
• The powder charge is 45 grains, as listed in the same load data.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Tumble Upon Impact bullet work? Fort Scott machines the bullet from solid copper or brass and designs it to tumble end over end on impact with water-based tissue, which the maker says creates a more effective wound channel.

Is this 30-06 Springfield load lead-free? Yes. The bullet is a non-lead, solid copper spun SCS design.

Is there anything to know before shooting solid copper ammunition? Fort Scott recommends cleaning your barrel thoroughly before shooting solid copper or brass ammunition if you have been shooting other ammunition, which improves accuracy and performance. It also cautions that repeatedly cycling an unfired cartridge can cause the projectile crimp to fail and the bullet to loosen, more commonly with larger monolithic projectiles. For AR10 platforms that are not MIL-SPEC, the maker recommends polishing the feed ramp and checking headspace before use.

Buy the Fort Scott Munitions TUI .30-06 Springfield 168gr Solid Copper

A solid copper bullet in a 30-06 Springfield load gives hunters a non-lead option, and this box holds 20 rounds of the 168-grain load. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping, and see more rifle ammunition while you are here.