Remington Core-Lokt ammunition in .30-40 Krag (part no. 28345) loads a 180-grain pointed soft point bullet, the original controlled-expansion hunting bullet that has filled more tags than any other load since 1939. The tapered copper jacket is locked to a solid lead core, delivering the roughly 2X expansion and dependable weight retention that made Core-Lokt hunting’s first choice for more than 75 years. Remington builds it into a brass case for reliable extraction and standard reloading compatibility. For owners of classic .30-40 Krag rifles who want a proven, factory-loaded hunting round, this rifle ammunition keeps a historic caliber field-ready.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .30-40 Krag, a classic American military and hunting cartridge.
• The bullet weighs 180 grains, a versatile weight for deer-sized and larger game.
• The bullet type is pointed soft point, Core-Lokt’s original controlled-expansion design.
• The tapered copper jacket locks to a solid lead core, delivering roughly 2X expansion with dependable weight retention.
• The case material is brass, giving reliable extraction and standard reloading compatibility.
• Cost runs about $2.61 per round, competitive pricing for a proven big-game hunting load.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, enough to confirm zero and still hunt the season.
• Ten boxes ship per case, letting hunters buy by the case for the best per-round value.
• Shipping weight per box runs 1.25 pounds, useful for shooters planning a case-quantity order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is .30-40 Krag ammunition still commonly available? Factory loadings are more limited than modern calibers, which makes a proven Core-Lokt loading especially valuable for owners of classic Krag rifles.

What makes Core-Lokt different from a modern bonded bullet? Its tapered copper jacket locks mechanically to a solid lead core rather than being chemically bonded, a design that has delivered controlled expansion since 1939.

Buy Remington Core-Lokt .30-40 Krag 180gr

A classic rifle deserves ammunition it can still count on, and Core-Lokt has been answering that call since 1939. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.