Federal Premium Meat Eater Ammunition 30-30 Winchester 150 Grain Trophy Copper Tipped Boat Tail Lead-Free 20RD

The Federal Premium MeatEater 30-30 Winchester 150 Grain Trophy Copper Tipped Boat Tail ammunition pairs modern lead-free bullet technology with the straight-shooting heritage of the .30-30—a proven caliber for whitetail, hog, and medium-game hunting across North America. If you're hunting with a lever-action or modern 30-30 platform and want factory ammunition engineered for both velocity and terminal performance, this load delivers the accuracy and expansion you'd expect from Federal's hunting division.

The Trophy Copper bullet drives this round. It's built from copper-alloy material rather than traditional lead, meeting lead-free requirements in California and other regulated areas while maintaining the stopping power hunters demand. The polymer tip initiates expansion across a practical velocity range—meaning reliable opening whether you're shooting at 50 yards or well beyond. The boat-tail profile improves ballistic coefficient, keeping velocity and energy downrange flatter than conventional round-nose designs.

Federal engineered the grooved bullet shank to support accuracy across different rifle actions and barrel harmonics, a practical detail if you're running older lever guns or newer platforms. The 150-grain weight is the standard for the .30-30, giving you the ballistic balance the cartridge was designed around. You get 20 rounds per box—enough to confirm your load at the range or build a solid hunting supply without waste.

This is ammunition made for hunters who want clean, effective terminal performance without the lead-poisoning concerns. If you're in a lead-free jurisdiction or simply prefer lead-free hunting rounds, the MeatEater load takes the guesswork out of finding a factory option that actually works in .30-30.

Key Features

• Lead-free copper-alloy bullet construction—legal in all 50 states and compliant with California requirements
• Polymer tip for controlled expansion across a wide velocity window
• Boat-tail design improves ballistic coefficient and downrange velocity retention
• Grooved bullet shank engineered for consistent accuracy across diverse .30-30 rifles
• 150-grain weight—the standard load for the .30-30 cartridge
• 20-round box for convenient range testing or field supply

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this ammunition legal for hunting in California and other lead-free states?

Yes. The Trophy Copper bullet is constructed from copper-alloy material, not lead, and meets the requirements for hunting in California and other jurisdictions that mandate lead-free ammunition.

Will this ammunition work safely in my older .30-30 lever-action rifle?

Yes. The 150-grain Trophy Copper load is the standard weight for the .30-30 cartridge and is compatible with both classic lever-action rifles and modern .30-30 platforms. Federal engineered the grooved bullet shank to deliver accuracy across a wide range of .30-30 actions.

What game is this ammunition suitable for?

The Trophy Copper at 150 grains is designed for medium-game hunting, including whitetail deer, hog, antelope, and similar-sized game. The lead-free construction and polymer-tipped design support reliable expansion across typical hunting ranges.

How much ammunition comes in each box?

Each box contains 20 rounds.