30-30 loading 180 grain

[LVJ76]

All I will say is start from the lower loads and work you way up, and waych for normal signs of pressure like @HARPERC mentioned.

 

[nicholasjohn]

Just the usual would anyone suspect a sudden bolt in your face? Im very cautious with these experiments. I don't believe the reloading manuals exclude sizes just because none asked.

A very similar round, the 303 Savage, was loaded with a 190-grain bullet. That was the standard weight for that cartridge, and its dimensions were not much different than the 30-30. Loading data is probably still available for that cartridge & bullet, and it would give you a starting point. Have fun with your project.

 

[bpcrshooter]

In my 94 I use the hornady ftx with the max charge (on the 1lb container) of leverevolution....it just plain drops deer.

 

[nicholasjohn]

In my 94 I use the hornady ftx with the max charge (on the 1lb container) of leverevolution....it just plain drops deer.

I have heard that bullet is real crusher for deer. It's designed for 30-30 velocities, so it opens up just right at those speeds.

 

[bpcrshooter]

yes it does!! I hunt in western Wi and shooting 75 yards thru valleys and woods is a long shot. shot some real nice deer with that rifle for sure!!

 

[Steelflight]

yes it does!! I hunt in western Wi and shooting 75 yards thru valleys and woods is a long shot. shot some real nice deer with that rifle for sure!!

Ballistic of the 30-30 were very much improved with this bullet. The FTX was the bullet that opened my eyes to these what if questions on the old lever gun calibers.