Ammo Reports Team
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Primary Use | Big game hunting, general rifle target shooting |
| Bullet Type | Soft Point |
| Bullet Weight | 150 grain |
| Case Material | Brass (Long Action cartridge) |
| Primer Type | Boxer (Large Rifle Primer) |
| Packaging | 20 rounds per box |
| Typical Price | $30.49/box — $1.52/round |
| Closest Competitors | Federal Power-Shok 30-06 150gr SP, Remington Core-Lokt 30-06 150gr SP, Winchester Super-X 30-06 150gr PP |
Official Specs
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Aguila | Aguila product data |
| Cartridge | 30-06 Springfield | Aguila product data |
| Product Line | Rifle | Aguila product data |
| Muzzle Velocity (fps) | 2,900 | Aguila product data |
| Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs) | 2,801 | Aguila product data |
| Bullet Weight | 150 gr | Aguila product data |
| Bullet Type | Soft Point | Aguila product data |
| BC G1 | — | Not found in verified official manufacturer sources |
| BC G7 | — | Not found in verified official manufacturer sources |
| Manufacturer SKU | 8108AG | Aguila product data |
| UPC | — | Not found in verified official manufacturer sources |
| Reloadable | Yes | Brass case, Boxer primer |
| Case Material | Brass | Case construction |
| Primer | Boxer (Large Rifle Primer) | Primer configuration; factory primer model not verified |
Source labels refer to manufacturer publications; unpublished parameters remain unfilled.
Ballistics Table
Official manufacturer data. Aguila product data. zero not published.
| Distance (yards) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Trajectory (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2900 | 2801 | — |
| 100 | 2628 | 2300 | — |
Aguila publishes muzzle and 100-yard velocity and energy for 8108AG. A verified official BC, trajectory and zero were not found. No BC has been borrowed from a similar Hornady or Aguila product, and no unsupported long-range calculation is supplied.
200-700-yard data: Not found in verified official manufacturer sources. The requested 100-yard grid is shown below with unavailable values left blank; no estimated BC or trajectory is presented as factory data.
| Distance (yards) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Trajectory (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2900 | 2801 | — |
| 100 | 2628 | 2300 | — |
| 200 | — | — | — |
| 300 | — | — | — |
| 400 | — | — | — |
| 500 | — | — | — |
| 600 | — | — | — |
| 700 | — | — | — |
Best Uses
Good fit:
- Whitetail deer hunting at woods-edge and field distances up to 250–300 yards
- Mule deer and pronghorn in open terrain where shots typically stay under 300 yards
- Black bear hunting where medium-weight soft point expansion is appropriate
- General bolt-action rifle function testing and range familiarization
- Hunters seeking a brass-cased, Boxer-primed load compatible with standard 30-06 chambers
Not the right tool for:
- Elk or moose at longer ranges, where heavier bullets (165–180 gr) are generally preferred for deeper penetration
- Long-range precision shooting beyond 400 yards, where the absence of a published BC makes trajectory planning unreliable
- Lead-restricted hunting areas — this is a lead-core bullet
- Varmint or predator hunting where bullet weight is excessive
- Jurisdictions requiring non-toxic or lead-free projectiles
Reliability Notes
No structured submissions yet.
Based on manufacturer claims and open-source distributor descriptions, this load is positioned as a hunting-grade round built on Aguila’s standard brass-cased centerfire platform. Aguila is a well-established Mexican manufacturer (Industrias Tecnos) with decades of production history, and their centerfire rifle line is generally noted in open sources as using standard Boxer-primed brass cases. No specific lot-level failure reports or patterns were identified in publicly available sources at the time of writing. Notes above reflect manufacturer claims and open-source distributor data, not structured field submissions.
Competitors
| Load | Weight | Bullet | BC G1 | Adv. Velocity | Price/box | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Power-Shok 30-06 150gr SP | 150 gr | Jacketed Soft Point | 0.313 | 2,910 fps | ~$26–$30 | Budget alternative; widely available |
| Remington Core-Lokt 30-06 150gr SP | 150 gr | Core-Lokt PSP | ~0.338 | 2,910 fps | ~$28–$34 | Industry benchmark SP load; long track record |
| Winchester Super-X 30-06 150gr PP | 150 gr | Power-Point SP | 0.294 | 2,920 fps | ~$28–$34 | Notched jacket for controlled expansion |
| Hornady American Whitetail 30-06 150gr SP | 150 gr | InterLock SP | ~0.338 | 2,910 fps | ~$30–$36 | Cannelured InterLock ring for jacket-core bonding |
| Federal Premium Trophy Bonded 30-06 165gr TBBC | 165 gr | Trophy Bonded Bear Claw | ~0.390 | 2,800 fps | ~$48–$55 | Premium alternative; bonded core for heavy game |
| Nosler Trophy Grade 30-06 150gr Ballistic Tip | 150 gr | Ballistic Tip | ~0.435 | 2,910 fps | ~$50–$58 | Higher BC; better long-range performance |
Price Reality
- Typical retail for a 20-round box of Aguila 30-06 150gr SP runs approximately $28–$32, with $30.49 representing a mid-range price point in current market conditions.
- Per-round cost at the listed price works out to $1.52/round, which is competitive for brass-cased, soft point hunting ammunition in this caliber.
- Federal Power-Shok and Remington Core-Lokt in the same configuration typically land in the $26–$30 range, making them marginally cheaper budget alternatives with more widely published ballistic data.
- Premium bonded loads like Federal Trophy Bonded or Nosler Trophy Grade run $48–$58 per box — roughly 60–90% more per round for added terminal performance on larger game.
- A fair price benchmark for this load is under $34/box. Listings above $36 for a standard 20-round box of this configuration should be compared against current market pricing before purchase.
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Where to Buy
Aguila 30-06 Springfield 150 Grain Soft Point (Box)
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FAQ
Does the Aguila 30-06 150 grain soft point use a bonded bullet?
No. Based on available product information, this is a conventional lead-core soft point with a copper jacket and an exposed lead tip — not a bonded or partition-style bullet. Bonded bullets use a chemical or mechanical process to fuse the jacket to the core, which reduces weight loss on impact and improves penetration on tough game. For deer-sized animals at reasonable ranges, a standard soft point is generally adequate, but hunters pursuing elk, moose, or bear at longer distances may want to consider a bonded alternative for deeper, more controlled penetration.
How does this load compare to the Remington Core-Lokt 30-06 150gr?
Both loads share the same bullet weight and operate in the same velocity class (approximately 2,910 fps), making their ballistic trajectories nearly identical at practical hunting ranges. The Remington Core-Lokt has a longer documented field history and published ballistic data that is easier to verify independently. The Aguila load is a viable alternative, particularly if pricing or availability favors it, but the absence of manufacturer-published velocity data for the Aguila means shooters should chronograph it to confirm actual performance from their barrel.
Is this ammunition legal for deer hunting in lead-restricted zones?
This load contains lead and does not meet a nonlead projectile requirement. California requires certified nonlead ammunition when taking wildlife with a firearm statewide, effective July 1, 2019. Verify the exact product against the current CDFW certification list and applicable hunting regulations.
What barrel length was used to establish the velocity reference in the ballistics table?
The verified manufacturer source does not specify a test-barrel length for this load. Aguila publishes 2,900 fps muzzle velocity, 2,801 ft-lbs muzzle energy for 8108AG. Actual velocity can differ with the rifle and conditions; a fixed velocity loss per inch is not a verified specification. Follow the firearm manufacturer’s ammunition requirements.
Can the brass cases from this ammunition be reloaded?
Yes. This load uses brass cases with Boxer primers, which are the standard configuration for reloadable centerfire rifle ammunition in the United States. Aguila’s brass is generally considered reloadable by the handloading community. However, this page covers factory ammunition only and does not provide reloading data, charge weights, or handload recipes. Consult a current reloading manual for load development guidance if reloading is intended.
