This is a great .30-06 Springfield 150-grain jacketed soft point (JSP) hunting cartridge from Federal's long-standing Power-Shok line. Designed for dependable performance across a wide range of hunting applications, this round delivers consistent expansion, solid accuracy, and reliable terminal energy on medium to large game.
Key Features
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield – a time-tested cartridge widely used for hunting in North America.
Bullet Weight: 150 grain – offers a balance of flat trajectory and sufficient stopping power.
Bullet Type: Jacketed Soft Point (JSP) – designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration.
Muzzle Velocity: Approximately 2,910 fps – provides strong ballistic performance for field use.
Muzzle Energy: Around 2,820 ft-lbs – delivers substantial impact force on game animals.
Casing: Brass, boxer-primed – reloadable for shooters who handload.
Packaging: Available in 20-round boxes – standard hunting load configuration.
Generational Improvements
Enhanced manufacturing consistency – improved quality control over earlier Power-Shok production years.
Modernized component materials – updated powders and primers for better ignition reliability.
Refined soft point design – improved expansion characteristics compared to older JSP configurations.
Specifications
Model Number: 3006A
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Bullet Weight: 150 grain
Bullet Type: Jacketed Soft Point
Muzzle Velocity: 2,910 fps
Muzzle Energy: 2,820 ft-lbs
Casing: Brass, boxer-primed, reloadable
Rounds per Box: 20
Competing Items
Remington Core-Lokt .30-06 Springfield 150 gr PSP
Winchester Super-X .30-06 Springfield 150 gr Power-Point
Hornady American Whitetail .30-06 Springfield 150 gr InterLock
Federal Fusion .30-06 Springfield 150 gr Bonded Soft Point
The .30-06 Federal Power-Shok is a versatile and effective .30-06 Springfield hunting round, offering hunters a reliable 150-grain JSP load at an accessible price point. Built to deliver consistent results in the field, it remains a trusted choice for those targeting deer and similar-sized game.