30-30 for Sale

Quick Look

The .30-30 Winchester cartridge was introduced in 1895 as one of the first sporting cartridges designed for lever-action rifles. It emphasizes moderate recoil and effective performance within 150 yards. Today, it remains popular for hunting and traditional lever gun enthusiasts.

Why It's a Top Choice

• Proven reliability in lever-action rifles
• Effective hunting cartridge within moderate ranges
• Affordable and widely available ammunition
• Balanced recoil suitable for most shooters
• Classic cartridge with enduring popularity

Key Variants

.30-30 Winchester Power Point

Standard hunting load with soft point bullet for controlled expansion on game.

.30-30 Winchester LeverEvolution

Modern factory load with improved bullet design for better accuracy and terminal performance.

.30-30 Winchester Flat Nose

Often used for recreational shooting and lever guns with tubular magazines.

Competitor Comparison Table

Feature	.30-30 Winchester	.357 Magnum	.44 Magnum
MSRP	Varies by load, approx $1.00–$1.50/round	Approx $0.80–$1.20/round	Approx $1.40–$2.00/round
Capacity/Size	Typical lever rifle with 6–10 rounds	Revolvers 5–6 rounds	Revolvers 5–6 rounds
Weight	Bullet weights 150–170 grains	Bullet weights 125–158 grains	Bullet weights 240–300 grains
Optics-Ready	Depends on rifle model	Depends on revolver or rifle	Depends on revolver or rifle
Trigger Type	Rifle lever-action trigger	Revolver double-action/single-action	Revolver double-action/single-action
Notable Pro	Ideal for medium game hunting	Compact and versatile handgun cartridge	High stopping power with manageable recoil
Notable Con	Effective range limited to ~150 yards	Less powerful than rifle cartridges	Higher recoil than smaller calibers

Best Use Cases

• Medium game hunting
• Traditional lever-action rifles
• Target and recreational shooting
• Compact rifle self-defense at close to medium range
• Historic and vintage firearm collections

FAQs

Can I use .30-30 Winchester ammo in modern rifles?

Yes. .30-30 Winchester is widely used in modern lever-action rifles designed for this caliber.

What is the effective range of .30-30 Winchester?

The cartridge is best effective within 150 yards, suited for medium-range hunting.

How does .30-30 compare to .308 Winchester?

.30-30 has lower velocity and energy, designed for lever rifles; .308 offers longer range and power.