Hornady American Whitetail .308 Winchester 150 Grain InterLock Soft Point (MPN: 8090)
Whitetail deer hunters relying on the iconic .308 Winchester cartridge need a factory load that delivers razor-flat trajectories, rapid terminal expansion, and devastating knockdown power without core-jacket separation on impact. Hornady engineered their American Whitetail 150-grain InterLock Soft Point (SP) load specifically to meet these field demands. Purpose-built to transform standard bolt-action and semi-automatic hunting rifles into lethal deer-dropping machines, this legendary ammunition combines ballistically proven projectiles with premium propellants for deep vital-zone penetration.
At the heart of Hornady’s American Whitetail line is the time-tested InterLock soft point bullet. Featuring a exposed lead tip for swift, controlled mushrooming, the bullet incorporates Hornady's signature InterLock ring—a mechanical raised ring inside the jacket wall that embeds into the lead core during swaging. This mechanical lock keeps the core and jacket bound together during terminal expansion, preserving projectile weight retention and driving the bullet deep through tough hide and heavy shoulder bone. Hornady loads these projectiles into factory-fresh, heavy-walled reloadable brass cases charged with temperature-stable propellants and non-corrosive primer compounds for consistent ignition in bitter cold or damp hunting conditions.
In the field, expect flat medium-to-long-range trajectories and massive kinetic energy transfer downrange. Launching its 150-grain InterLock SP projectile at a muzzle velocity of approximately 2,820 FPS from standard 24-inch barrels, this loading produces flat trajectories and minimal wind drift out to extended hunting distances. The precision-drawn brass cases ensure effortless bolt cycling, smooth chambering, and positive extraction when a quick follow-up shot is needed in thick brush.
Armorer Bench Notes & Technical Maintenance Guidance
Shipping Restrictions: Ammunition sales are strictly regulated. Check all state and local laws prior to ordering. Cannot ship to PO Boxes, APO/FPO addresses, or internationally. Must ship via ORM-D / Hazardous Ground transport.
Armorer Tip: The 150gr .308 Winchester loading is a versatile all-around weight class that stabilizes exceptionally well in 1:10", 1:11", and 1:12" barrel twist rates. When cycling soft-point ammunition in semi-automatic platforms (like AR-10s or Remington 7400s), periodically inspect feed ramps for minor lead buildup wiped off the exposed lead bullet tip, cleaning it with a brass bore brush to ensure seamless feeding.
Key Features
- InterLock Mechanical Ring: Embedded internal jacket ring locks core to jacket during expansion for maximum weight retention and deep penetration.
- Exposed Lead Soft Point Tip: Skived copper jacket and exposed lead tip initiate swift, uniform mushrooming across a wide velocity range.
- Optimized Deer Hunting Ballistics: Propels a 150-grain bullet at ~2,820 FPS for flat trajectories and hard-hitting downrange energy.
- USA-Made Premium Components: Built with high-tensile drawn brass cases, clean-burning propellants, and all-weather primers.
- Universal Firearm Compatibility: Engineered for smooth feeding across bolt-action, lever-action, and semi-automatic hunting rifles.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Hornady Ammunition
- Product Line: American Whitetail Series
- MPN: 8090
- UPC: 090255380903
- Caliber / Gauge: .308 Winchester (.308 Win / 7.62x51mm NATO Compatible)
- Bullet Weight: 150 Grain
- Bullet Type: InterLock Soft Point (SP)
- Muzzle Velocity: ~2,820 FPS
- Muzzle Energy: ~2,649 ft-lbs
- Casing Material: Brass (Reloadable)
- Primer Type: Boxer (Non-Corrosive)
- Box Quantity: 20 Rounds per Box
- Case Quantity: 200 Rounds (10 Boxes)
