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.30
Nielsen Specialty Ammo · Slug

Hollowpoint Slug

Caliber.30Weight47.2 grTypeSlugShapeHollowpoint SlugPack150 ct

Specifications

Manufacturer
Nielsen Specialty Ammo
Product
NSA Hollowpoint Slug .303 Cal, 47.2gr, 150ct
Family
Hollowpoint Slug
Projectile type
Slug
Material
Lead or lead alloy
Caliber
.30
Caliber (in)
0.303
Caliber (mm)
7.7
Weight
47.2 gr
Shape
Hollowpoint Slug
Pack count
150

Energy by velocity

Muzzle energy this projectile carries at common airgun velocities, useful for matching it to your rifle and to honest hunting ranges.

700 fps51.4 ft·lb
800 fps67.1 ft·lb
900 fps84.9 ft·lb
1000 fps104.8 ft·lb

Hunting & suitability

Primary purpose
Hunting / long-range PCP slug
Target use
Good for precision testing; barrel-dependent
Hunting use
Conditional; slug-capable PCP required
Ethical game band
Medium game / predator
Suggested min muzzle energy
50 ft·lb
Suggested max range
Often ≤75 yd; only within proven point-of-impact energy
Game examples
groundhog, raccoon-sized pests, fox, coyote where legal

Slug suitability depends on twist rate, bore fit, actual chronographed velocity, retained energy, expansion/penetration, and group size. Do not use these rows as legal or ethical approval by themselves.

Notes

Slug-capable PCP or big-bore platform required unless manufacturer states otherwise