Remington Core-Lokt ammunition in .280 Remington (brand part no. 28417) is built for hunters who need a proven big-game cartridge they can count on. Remington manufactures this load to consistent tolerances, so every box performs the same as the last. At the heart of this load is the 165 gr bullet, matched to the .280 Remington platform shooters already run. In our rifle ammunition lineup, this is the Remington load built for that job.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .280 Remington, a proven big-game cartridge with decades of field results behind it.
• The bullet weighs 165 gr, sized for the terminal performance this load is built around.
• The case is Brass, standing up to repeated firing and easy extraction.
• Muzzle velocity is rated at approximately 2820 fps, keeping the load fast enough for dependable terminal performance.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, a practical quantity for a solid range session without restocking mid-way.
• Cost works out to about $2.39 per round, a reasonable cost for this level of quality.
• The box ships at approximately 1.30 lbs, useful for budgeting freight if you’re ordering by the case.
• This is a centerfire cartridge, ignited by a replaceable primer rather than a rimfire priming ring.
• Core-Lokt’s tapered copper jacket locks to the lead core through a mechanical interference fit, controlling expansion so the bullet holds together for deep penetration.
• Core-Lokt has been Remington’s standard big-game hunting bullet for more than 80 years, a proven deer and elk cartridge choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 20 rounds of .280 Remington.

Is the brass reloadable? The case is brass, which handloaders can typically resize and reload for repeat use.

How fast does this .280 Remington load run? It’s rated at approximately 2820 fps at the muzzle, giving a sense of the energy and trajectory to expect.

Buy the Remington Core-Lokt .280 Remington 165 gr, 20-Round Box

Whether it’s a weekend at the range or opening morning, this is the load that shows up and does its job. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.