Best .270 Winchester Ammo
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The .270 Winchester represents Winchester's most successful sporting cartridge development. Introduced in 1925, it was designed to provide flatter trajectory and less recoil than the .30-06 while maintaining excellent terminal performance on deer-sized game. The cartridge's combination of high velocity, moderate recoil, and outstanding accuracy has made it a perennial favorite among American hunters.
What sets the .270 apart is its ability to deliver exceptional long-range performance without magnum recoil. Its flat trajectory simplifies holdover calculations at extended ranges, while modern bullet designs have enhanced its effectiveness on game from antelope to elk. The cartridge's efficiency and proven track record continue to attract hunters who appreciate its balance of power and shootability.
All .270 Winchester Loads
Compare ballistics and prices across 9 products
| PRODUCT ↕ | GRAIN ↕ | VELOCITY ↕ | ENERGY ↕ | BC ↕ | USE CASE ↕ | BEST PRICE ↕ |
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Federal Fusion .270 Winchester 130gr Fusion Ammo
130gr
• 3050 fps
• Hunting
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130gr | 3050 | 2685 | .4 | Hunting | $2.63/rd |
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Federal Power-Shok .270 Winchester 130gr SP Ammo
130gr
• 3060 fps
• Hunting
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130gr | 3060 | 2703 | .372 | Hunting | $0.23/rd |
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Federal Power-Shok .270 Winchester 150gr SP Ammo
150gr
• 2830 fps
• Hunting
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150gr | 2830 | 2667 | .261 | Hunting | $1.35/rd |
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Hornady American Whitetail .270 Winchester 140gr InterLock Ammo
140gr
• 2940 fps
• Hunting
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140gr | 2940 | 2687 | .486 | Hunting | $0.23/rd |
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Nosler Trophy Grade .270 Winchester 150gr Partition Ammo
150gr
• 2800 fps
• Hunting
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150gr | 2800 | 2611 | .465 | Hunting | $2.99/rd |
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Winchester Ballistic Silvertip .270 Winchester 130gr BST Ammo
130gr
• 3050 fps
• Hunting
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130gr | 3050 | 2685 | .433 | Hunting | $1.73/rd |
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Winchester Deer Season XP .270 Winchester 130gr Extreme Point Ammo
130gr
• 3060 fps
• Hunting
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130gr | 3060 | 2702 | .45 | Hunting | $1.77/rd |
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Winchester Super-X .270 Winchester 130gr Power-Point Ammo
130gr
• 3060 fps
• Hunting
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130gr | 3060 | 2702 | .37 | Hunting | $1.36/rd |
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Winchester Super-X .270 Winchester 150gr Power-Point Ammo
150gr
• 2850 fps
• Hunting
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150gr | 2850 | 2705 | .372 | Hunting | $1.36/rd |
Advantages and Disadvantages
Pros
- Exceptionally flat trajectory
- Moderate recoil compared to .30 caliber magnums
- Excellent accuracy potential
- Good wind-bucking ability
- Wide selection of quality ammunition
Cons
- Less bullet weight selection than .30 calibers
- Not ideal for largest North American game
- More recoil than smaller calibers like 6.5 Creedmoor
- Limited heavy bullet options for thick-skinned game
- Barrel wear faster than slower cartridges