The NORMA TIPSTRIKE 300WIN MAG 170GR is a high-performance ammunition designed for stopping power and penetration, particularly for hunting larger game at long ranges. Here are the key features and specifications:

Key Features:

1. Caliber and Weight:
   • Caliber: .300 Win Mag
   • Bullet Weight: 170 grains
2. Ballistic Coefficient:
   • Ballistic Coefficient: 0.454
3. Polymer Tip:
   • The polymer tip enhances ballistics and provides a slight delay in expansion, improving penetration.
4. Construction:
   • TIPSTRIKE™ bullet construction ensures controlled expansion, a devastating shock effect, and excellent penetration.
   • The bullet features a tapered and quick-opening front part of the jacket for a powerful shock effect.
   • Penetration is secured through a strong and straight rear part of the jacket combined with an internal mechanical lead lock.

Ballistics (26″ Test Barrel):

• Velocity (fps):
  • Muzzle: 3150 fps
  • 200 Y: 2728 fps
  • 300 Y: 2531 fps
• Energy (ft-lbs):
  • Muzzle: 3747 ft-lbs
  • 50 Y: 3250 ft-lbs
  • 100 Y: 2809 ft-lbs
  • 200 Y: 2418 ft-lbs
• Wind Drift (in):
  • Muzzle: 0.3 in
  • 100 Y: 1.26 in
  • 200 Y: 2.92 in

Trajectory at a Given Zero (in; Sights 40mm Above Bore):

• 50 Y Zero:
  • 25 Y: 0 in
  • 50 Y: 0 in
  • 75 Y: 0 in
  • 100 Y: 0.6 in
  • 150 Y: 0.1 in
  • 200 Y: -1.4 in
  • 300 Y: -8.1 in
• 100 Y Zero:
  • 25 Y: -0.3 in
  • 50 Y: 0 in
  • 75 Y: -0.7 in
  • 100 Y: -2.6 in
  • 150 Y: -9.8 in
• 150 Y Zero:
  • 25 Y: 0.5 in
  • 50 Y: 0 in
  • 75 Y: -1.6 in
  • 100 Y: -8.3 in
• 200 Y Zero:
  • 25 Y: 0.4 in
  • 50 Y: 1.3 in
  • 75 Y: 1.2 in
  • 100 Y: 0 in
  • 150 Y: -6 in

Conclusion:

The NORMA TIPSTRIKE 300WIN MAG 170GR stands out as a powerful and versatile ammunition choice for hunters seeking optimal performance for larger game. With features like a polymer tip for improved ballistics, controlled expansion, and a mechanical lead lock for penetration, this ammunition is engineered for precision and stopping power. The provided ballistics data and trajectory information make it a valuable option for hunters aiming for accuracy and reliability in various hunting scenarios.