Hornady American Whitetail .25-06 Remington 117gr InterLock Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • InterLock
Hornady American Whitetail .25-06 Remington 117gr InterLock Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • InterLock
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2990 fps | 2323 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2928 fps | 2228 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2867 fps | 2136 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 75 yds | 2807 fps | 2048 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2748 fps | 1963 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2690 fps | 1881 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 150 yds | 2633 fps | 1802 ft-lb | -0.9" |
| 175 yds | 2576 fps | 1725 ft-lb | -1.8" |
| 200 yds | 2520 fps | 1651 ft-lb | -3.1" |
| 225 yds | 2465 fps | 1579 ft-lb | -4.7" |
| 250 yds | 2410 fps | 1510 ft-lb | -6.7" |
| 275 yds | 2356 fps | 1443 ft-lb | -9.0" |
| 300 yds | 2303 fps | 1379 ft-lb | -11.7" |
| 325 yds | 2251 fps | 1316 ft-lb | -14.8" |
| 350 yds | 2199 fps | 1256 ft-lb | -18.4" |
| 375 yds | 2147 fps | 1198 ft-lb | -22.4" |
| 400 yds | 2097 fps | 1142 ft-lb | -26.9" |
| 425 yds | 2047 fps | 1089 ft-lb | -31.8" |
| 450 yds | 1998 fps | 1037 ft-lb | -37.3" |
| 475 yds | 1949 fps | 987 ft-lb | -43.4" |
| 500 yds | 1901 fps | 939 ft-lb | -50.0" |
Product Overview
Hornady's American Whitetail line sends a 117 grain InterLock bullet downrange at 2,990 feet per second. The heavier projectile generates 2,322 foot-pounds at the muzzle and carries a solid .391 ballistic coefficient that helps it slice through wind and hold velocity at distance. This combination strikes a balance between the raw speed of lighter bullets and the momentum retention of heavier options.
The InterLock bullet represents proven technology that's taken countless deer across North America. A raised ring inside the jacket physically locks the core and jacket together during expansion. This mechanical bond prevents the separation that can rob conventional cup-and-core bullets of penetration. The boat tail base improves the bullet's flight characteristics while the soft polymer tip accelerates expansion upon impact.
Deer hunters working hardwood ridges, agricultural fields, or mixed terrain will appreciate this round's versatility. The 117 grain weight provides enough sectional density to punch through shoulder bones when necessary while still creating the wound channels needed for quick kills. Shots from 50 yards in thick cover to 350 yards across open ground fall within this load's effective range.
- InterLock ring mechanically bonds jacket to core, preventing separation during expansion—an advantage over conventional cup-and-core designs
- The .391 BC provides better wind resistance than flat-base soft points like the Remington Core-Lokt (.292 BC)
- Boat tail design improves accuracy potential and long-range performance
- Widely available at sporting goods stores and online retailers nationwide
- The 2,990 fps muzzle velocity falls short of Hornady's own Superformance line (3,110 fps with same bullet weight)
- Not a bonded bullet—may not penetrate as deeply as Federal Fusion on heavy quartering shots
- Higher price point than budget options like Prvi Partizan for similar terminal performance
All Hornady American Whitetail .25-06 Remington 117gr InterLock Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 20 | $27.05 | $10.99 | $38.04 | $1.90 |
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $30.00 | $17.68 | $47.68 | $2.38 |