Federal is swinging for the fences this year, with new ammunition that runs the gamut from competition clays to straight-up collectibles. Whether you’re chasing longbeards, tighter groups, quieter shots, or longer reach, there’s something in here to fit the bill. Here’s a clean look at what’s new, what’s different, and where each of these releases fits once the shooting starts.
Federal America’s 250th Anniversary Ammunition
Limited special editions of collectible boxes to celebrate the American spirit. The target loads include:
- Top Gun 2-3/4-in. 12-ga. 1-1/8-oz.
- Champion 22 LR 36-gr. CPHP
- American Eagle 45 Auto, 230-gr. FMJ
- American Eagle 30-06 Sprg. 150-gr. FMJ BT
- American Eagle 45-70 Govt., 300-grain HP
Federal Subsconic Rifle Ammo - Fusion Tipped
Four cartridge options designed for peak noise reduction and effective low-velocity expansion through suppressors. The new loads are:
- Fusion 30-30 Win. 170-gr.
- Fusion 45-70 Govt. 300-gr.
- Fusion Tipped 308 Win. 190-gr.
- 300 Blackout 190-gr.
Federal Terminal Ascent: 2 New Loads
Bonded construction bullets with high ballistic coefficients and nickel plating, plus the patented Slipstream polymer tip initiates expansion. The new loads are:
- 6.5mm PRC 140-gr.
- 300 Rem. Ultra Mag. 175-gr.
Federal Berger Elite Hunter: 7mm PRC, 195 grain
Thin-jacketed hunting bullet with high ballistic coefficient loaded with Premium components to incredibly tight tolerances, the loads produce lethal accuracy at extended distances. The new load is 7mm PRC 195-gr.
Federal Premium ELD-X in .300 PRC, 212 grain
Match-accurate, hard-hitting hunting bullet loaded with Premium components to incredibly tight tolerances, the loads produce lethal accuracy at extended distances. The new load is 300 PRC 212-gr.
Federal American Eagle: 3 6mm ARC Loads
The 6mm ARC (Advanced Rifle Cartridge) is designed for the AR-15 platform, offering low recoil and high accuracy for long-range shooting. The new loads include:
- American Eagle TMJ 110-gr.
- Federal Fusion Tipped 110-gr.
- Federal Gold Medal Berger BT Target 108-gr.
Golden Boy Collector’s Edition: .45-70 Govt, 300 grain
In collaboration with Henry Repeating Arms, this commemorative, collectible packaging pairs with their 250th anniversary U.S.A. edition of its iconic Golden Boy lever-action centerfire rifle. The new product is 45-70 Govt. 300-gr JSP.
Federal Custom Shop Rifle Ammo: 8 New Loads
Expertly handloaded ammunition, built to order using the highest quality components. The new loads are:
- Barnes Tipped TSX 6.5mm PRC 120-gr
- Hammer 6.5 Creedmoor 121-gr.
- Hammer 6.5mm PRC 121-gr.
- Fusion 284 Win. 140-gr.
- Trophy Bonded Tipped 284 Win. 140-gr.
- Hammer 7mm PRC 131-gr.
- Barnes Tipped TSX 7mm PRC 140-gr.
- Barnes LRX 300 WSM 200-gr.
New Rob Roberts Raptor Shotshells
Six all-steel waterfowl loads extract the tightest, most efficient patterns from Rob Roberts Raptor Series chokes. The new loads are:
- 2-3/4-inch 12-gauge 1-3/8-oz. 1400-fps in #2, #3, or #4 shot
- 3-inch 20-gauge 1-oz., 1400-fps in #2, #3, or #4 shot
11 New Federal All-American Shotshell Loads
The twelve competition Trap and Skeet loads use a Podium wad that’s customized for straight-wall hulls. The eleven new 2-3/4-in., 12-gauge loads range from 1 oz. to 1-1/8 oz. in #7.5, #8, or #9 shot. The 2-3/4-in., 20-gauge load is 7/8-oz. in #7.5 or #8 shot.
New Federal Master Class Shotshell Loads
These competition Sporting Clay loads use a Podium wad that’s customized for straight-wall hulls. The two new loads are 2-3/4-in., 20-gauge 7/8-oz. in #7.5 or #8 shot.
Federal Action Shotgun Ammo: New Slug Load
The proven Federal TruBall system centers the slug as it travels down the barrel for unmatched accuracy, and the hulls’ rigidity improves cycling for fast, reliable performance. The new load is a 2-3/4-in., 12-gauge TruBall rifled slug.
Federal Special Edition Realtree 40th Anniversary Shotshells
Federal is helping Realtree celebrate four decades of camouflage with five turkey loads in commemorative packaging.
- Two Grand Slam lead loads are 3-in., 12-gauge and 20-gauge in #5 shot
- Three HEAVYWEIGHT TSS loads are 3-in., 12-gauge 20-gauge and 410-bore in #9 shot
Rob Robert’s Special Edition Heavyweight TSS Shotshells
Heavy-payload turkey loads designed in collaboration with legendary choke designer Rob Roberts Custom Gunworks. The new loads are HEAVYWEIGHT TSS in 3-in., 12-gauge 2-oz. in #7 or #9 shot, and 20-gauge 1-5/8-oz. in # 7 or #9 shot
Federal Upland Steel Shotshells: 4 New Loads
Quality steel loads for hard-to-hit birds, consistent and reliable, and offered at a specific price point. The new loads are 2-3/4-in., 1-1/8-oz. in #4 or #5 shot.
New Federal Custom Shop Turkey Loads
Hand-loaded shotshells built to order and offered in various Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) payloads. The new loads are:
- 3-in. 12-gauge 2-1/2-oz. in #7 and #9 shot
- 2-3/4-in. 12-gauge 2-1/4-oz. in #7 and #9 shot
- 3-in. 28-gauge 1-11/16-oz. in #7 and #9 shot
Terminal Ascent Handgun Hunting Ammo: 3 New Loads
Three handgun-hunting rounds feature a bonded, nickel-plated bullet design to increase weight retention, while a unique elastomer-filled nose cavity reliably expands. The new loads include:
- 10mm Auto 203-gr.
- 357 Mag. 157-gr.
- 44 Rem. Mag. 235-gr.
Federal Power-Shok Handgun Ammo in .45 LC, 235 grain
The handgun-hunting round features a powerful, standard jacketed hollow-point bullet suited to a variety of big game and offered at a specific price point. The new load is 45 Long Colt 235-gr.
Federal Personal Defense Punch in 9mm 115-grain
The bullet for this defensive handgun load is carefully selected and built to optimize terminal performance in the most common situations. The new load is 9mm Luger 115-gr.
Federal Terminal Ascent Component Bullets for Reloaders
This component bullet's bonded construction delivers deep penetration on close targets, while the patented Slipstream polymer tip initiates expansion at velocities 200 fps lower than comparable bullets. The new bullet is 264-cal. 140-gr.
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