Hornady Load Data in Caliber .30-06 (30-06 Spring., 7.62 x 63)
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Hornady Manufacturing Company, established in 1949 by Joyce Hornady in Grand Island, Nebraska, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality ammunition and bullets. The company's inception was driven by Hornady's dissatisfaction with the availability and quality of bullets in the post-World War II market, prompting him to produce his own. Hornady's vision was to create accurate, reliable, and consistent ammunition, which has remained the core of the company's ethos. Hornady initially began by producing .30 caliber bullets for hunting. Over the years, the company expanded its product range, introducing a variety of bullets for different shooting disciplines, including hunting, target shooting, and law enforcement. One of the key innovations was the development of the InterLock bullet in the 1960s, which featured a ring that mechanically locked the jacket and core together to enhance weight retention and penetration. This bullet became a cornerstone for hunters seeking reliable performance. The Hornady bullet lineup includes several notable products. The V-Max bullet, designed for varmint hunting, is renowned for its polymer tip that maximizes ballistic coefficient and promotes rapid expansion. The ELD-X (Extremely Low Drag – eXpanding) and ELD Match bullets, both featuring Heat Shield tips, offer superior accuracy and consistency, with the former tailored for hunting and the latter for competitive shooting. The SST (Super Shock Tip) bullet combines high ballistic efficiency with controlled expansion, making it a versatile choice for various game sizes. The GMX (Gilding Metal eXpanding) bullet is crafted from a monolithic copper alloy, ensuring deep penetration and high weight retention, which is ideal for hunting larger game. Hornady's Critical Defense and Critical Duty bullets are designed for personal protection and law enforcement, respectively. The Critical Defense bullets feature patented FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) technology, which prevents clogging and aids in reliable expansion, while the Critical Duty bullets are optimized to meet stringent FBI protocols for barrier penetration and terminal performance. Hornady has consistently pushed the boundaries of bullet technology, driven by a commitment to innovation and quality. Today, the company remains a respected name in the ammunition industry, known for its precision-engineered bullets that cater to the diverse needs of shooters worldwide.
.30-06 (30-06 Spring., 7.62 x 63)
The .30-06 Springfield cartridge, commonly referred to as the “Thirty-aught-six”, is one of the most widely used and longest serving rounds in U.S. military history since its inception in 1906. Developed during the early 1900s as a replacement for the shorter .30-03 round and intended to be a service rifle cartridge for the United States Army and Marine Corps, it has since gone on to become one of America's most popular cartridges due to its combination of power, accuracy, and reliability.Though originally developed specifically for use in military arms such as the M1903 Springfield and M1 Garand rifles, it is also suitable for hunting applications with effective ranges that can reach up to 800 yards - making it capable of taking down large game animals like deer and elk with ease. The .30-06 also offers excellent accuracy potential from quality rifles equipped with optics, allowing shooters to make difficult shots even in challenging conditions.Today, .30-06 ammunition remains readily available from several major manufacturers in various bullet weights ranging from 110 grains all the way up to 180 grains - allowing shooters to tailor their loadouts depending on the application at hand from target shooting or hunting small game all the way up to large North American game animals such as bear or moose.
