Nosler .270 Win 140 gr Ballistic Tip Deer Hunting with Controlled Penetration
€63.55
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Nosler .270 Winchester 140 gr Ballistic Tip® Hunting Ammunition
The Nosler .270 Win 140 gr Ballistic Tip® is loaded with the Ballistic Tip® bullet, engineered for rapid expansion on impact and excellent penetration on medium-size game. Its spitzer profile with color-coded polymer tip and boat-tail base adds long-range stability. Assembled in premium Nosler brass, this load delivers precision and consistent performance on deer, pronghorn and hog hunts.
Technical specifications
- Ballistic Tip® 140 gr (0.277") bullet: reinforced jacket and polymer tip designed to expand aggressively without premature fragmentation. Boat-tail base for improved aerodynamics. Ideal for medium game.
- BC G1: 0.456; flat trajectory and wind resistance even beyond 400 yd.
- Muzzle velocity: 2900 fps from a 24" test barrel with 1:10" twist; muzzle energy approx. 2613 ft-lbs.
- Recommended use: developed for deer, pronghorn and hogs, combining controlled expansion with good weight retention.
Official ballistics data
| Distance (yd) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Drop (100 yd zero) | Drop (200 yd zero) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2900 | 2613 | -1.5" | -1.5" |
| 100 | 2712 | 2286 | 0" | +1.6" |
| 200 | 2531 | 1992 | -3.2" | 0" |
| 300 | 2358 | 1728 | -11.9" | -7.0" |
| 400 | 2191 | 1493 | -26.8" | -20.4" |
| 500 | 2032 | 1283 | -49.0" | -40.9" |
| 600 | 1879 | 1097 | -79.6" | -69.9" |
| 700 | 1734 | 935 | -120.1" | -108.8" |
| 800 | 1598 | 794 | -172.1" | -159.2" |
Main advantages
- Rapid expansion thanks to the polymer tip, with strong terminal effect in soft tissue.
- Long-range capability with a high BC (0.456) that reduces drop and drift.
- Reloadable premium Nosler brass for consistency and durability over multiple uses.
- Reliable U.S. assembly with a Ballistic Tip® bullet built for demanding hunters.
Use & best practices
- Use a .270 Winchester rifle with a 24" barrel and 1:10" twist to replicate the stated ballistic performance.
- Aim at the vital zone from 0300 yards to leverage bullet expansion and energy transfer.
- Recovered bullets should show uniform mushrooming without excessive fragmentation.
- If you handload, clean cases thoroughly and follow official data; use a case headspace gauge before reloading.
Why choose this load?
- Ideal for deer and other medium game thanks to the mix of rapid expansion and consistent energy.
- Proven accuracy and predictable trajectories even with moderate wind.
- Excellent value in a 20-round box.
- A time-tested design chosen by hunters for decades.