Remington Core-Lokt .260 Remington 140gr PSP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • PSP
Remington Core-Lokt .260 Remington 140gr PSP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • PSP
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2750 fps | 2351 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2691 fps | 2252 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2633 fps | 2156 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 75 yds | 2576 fps | 2064 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2520 fps | 1975 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2465 fps | 1889 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 150 yds | 2410 fps | 1806 ft-lb | -1.2" |
| 175 yds | 2356 fps | 1726 ft-lb | -2.4" |
| 200 yds | 2303 fps | 1649 ft-lb | -4.0" |
| 225 yds | 2250 fps | 1574 ft-lb | -6.0" |
| 250 yds | 2198 fps | 1502 ft-lb | -8.4" |
| 275 yds | 2146 fps | 1433 ft-lb | -11.2" |
| 300 yds | 2096 fps | 1366 ft-lb | -14.5" |
| 325 yds | 2046 fps | 1301 ft-lb | -18.4" |
| 350 yds | 1996 fps | 1239 ft-lb | -22.7" |
| 375 yds | 1948 fps | 1180 ft-lb | -27.6" |
| 400 yds | 1900 fps | 1123 ft-lb | -33.0" |
| 425 yds | 1853 fps | 1068 ft-lb | -39.1" |
| 450 yds | 1807 fps | 1015 ft-lb | -45.8" |
| 475 yds | 1761 fps | 965 ft-lb | -53.1" |
| 500 yds | 1717 fps | 916 ft-lb | -61.2" |
Product Overview
The Remington Core-Lokt .260 Remington fires a 140-grain pointed soft point at 2750 feet per second, delivering 2351 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle. The Core-Lokt design has been in production since 1939, making it one of the most proven hunting bullet constructions available. At 0.39 G1 ballistic coefficient, this traditional soft point doesn't match modern polymer-tipped bullets aerodynamically, but it offers predictable performance at hunting distances.
The Core-Lokt's mechanical lock keeps the jacket and core together during expansion. This controlled mushrooming design has taken more deer than arguably any other bullet construction. The exposed lead tip initiates expansion quickly, while the locked jacket prevents complete fragmentation. The 140-grain weight provides more momentum than lighter bullets, helping the projectile push through brush contact and maintain its path.
Budget-conscious hunters who want reliable factory ammunition without premium pricing will find the Core-Lokt delivers where it counts. This is a practical choice for deer hunting in wooded terrain where shots rarely exceed 250 yards. The modest BC matters little when shooting lanes are short. Hunters who grew up on Core-Lokt in other calibers will appreciate the familiar terminal performance translated to the efficient .260 Remington cartridge.
- Decades of proven performance—the Core-Lokt design has successfully harvested game since 1939
- Heavier 140-grain bullet provides more momentum for brush-busting and deep penetration on larger game
- More affordable than premium polymer-tipped and bonded bullet offerings
- Predictable expansion characteristics that hunters have trusted across generations
- The 0.39 BC is the lowest among .260 Remington options—wind drift becomes problematic past 300 yards
- Exposed lead tip can deform during feeding in some rifles, potentially affecting accuracy
- Traditional soft point design expands more aggressively than controlled-expansion bullets at close range
- Lacks the modern aerodynamic features that make long-range shooting more practical
All Remington Core-Lokt .260 Remington 140gr PSP Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 20 | $59.49 | $10.99 | $70.48 | $3.52 |