Federal Ammunition’s Terminal Ascent rifle load is built for long-range hunting applications where retained weight and aerodynamic performance matter. This offering is chambered in .280 Ackley Improved and uses a 155 grain Terminal Ascent projectile with a Slipstream polymer tip and bonded construction. The published muzzle velocity for this load is 2930 fps. The cartridge is supplied in industry-standard 20-round retail boxes.
Packaging: Sold per box; each box contains 20 rounds. Cases are comprised of 10 boxes for a total of 200 rounds.
Key Specifications
- The manufacturer is Federal Ammunition.
- The cartridge caliber is .280 Ackley Improved.
- The bullet weight is 155 gr.
- The bullet type is Terminal Ascent.
- The listed muzzle velocity is 2930 fps.
- The listed muzzle energy is 2954 ft lbs.
- The case material is Nickel-Plated Brass.
- Each box contains 20 rounds.
- Each case contains 10 boxes for a total of 200 rounds.
- The intended application is Hunting.
Terminal Ascent combines a high ballistic coefficient profile and bonded construction with a Slipstream polymer tip to promote weight retention and reliable expansion suitable for big-game hunting; the 20-count retail packaging and availability in case quantities provide practical options for field use and planned trips.
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