Remington Core-Lokt 308 Winchester 180gr Pointed Soft Point Ammo 21479
Remington Core-Lokt 308 Winchester 180gr Pointed Soft Point ammunition delivers proven hunting performance with the controlled expansion and dependable penetration that have made Core-Lokt a trusted hunting load for generations. Remington SKU 21479 is loaded with a 180 grain Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point bullet and produces a muzzle velocity of 2620 FPS with 2743 ft lbs of muzzle energy.
The Core-Lokt bullet features a progressively tapered copper jacket that is mechanically locked to a solid lead core. This construction helps promote controlled expansion while retaining bullet weight for dependable penetration. The pointed soft point profile improves aerodynamics and helps the 180 grain projectile maintain velocity and energy across common hunting distances.
The combination of a heavy 180 grain hunting bullet, strong retained energy and proven terminal performance makes this 308 Winchester load well suited for deer, elk, black bear, hogs and other medium to large game.
Best Uses
- Whitetail deer hunting
- Elk hunting
- Black bear hunting
- Hog hunting
- Medium and large game hunting
- Woods and open country hunting
Ammo Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Remington |
| Product Line |
Core-Lokt |
| Caliber |
308 Winchester |
| Bullet Weight |
180 Grain |
| Bullet Type |
Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point |
| Muzzle Velocity |
2620 FPS |
| Muzzle Energy |
2743 ft lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient |
.383 |
| Rounds Per Box |
20 |
| Manufacturer Part Number |
21479 |
| Remington Index Number |
R308W3 |
| Application |
Hunting |
Why Choose Remington Core-Lokt 308 Winchester 180gr Ammo?
Remington Core-Lokt is built around a proven controlled expansion hunting bullet design. The progressively tapered copper jacket is locked to the lead core to promote dependable weight retention while allowing the bullet to expand after impact. This combination helps provide deep penetration and effective energy transfer on medium and large game.
The 180 grain Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point leaves the muzzle at 2620 FPS and carries a ballistic coefficient of .383. Remington lists approximately 2393 FPS at 100 yards, 2177 FPS at 200 yards, 1973 FPS at 300 yards, 1781 FPS at 400 yards and 1603 FPS at 500 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What bullet does Remington 21479 use?
Remington 21479 is loaded with a 180 grain Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point bullet designed for hunting applications.
What is the muzzle velocity of Remington Core-Lokt 21479?
Remington Core-Lokt 21479 has a muzzle velocity of 2620 FPS.
How much muzzle energy does Remington 21479 produce?
Remington 21479 produces 2743 ft lbs of muzzle energy at the muzzle.
What is the ballistic coefficient of Remington 21479?
Remington lists a ballistic coefficient of .383 for the 180 grain Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point bullet.
What is Remington Core-Lokt 308 Winchester 180gr ammo used for?
This ammunition is designed for hunting and is well suited for deer, elk, black bear, hogs and other medium to large game.
How many rounds are in a box of Remington 21479?
Each box contains 20 rounds of 308 Winchester ammunition.
What is the Remington index number for SKU 21479?
The Remington index number is R308W3.
