Federal Premium HammerDown 45-70 Government 300 grain ammunition is engineered for reliable feeding and consistent performance in lever-action rifles with tubular magazines. The rounds are offered in nickel-plated brass and are intended for hunting and field use where lever-action cycling is required. Reported ballistics list a muzzle velocity of 1850 fps and muzzle energy of 2280 ft-lbs.
Packaging
Box: This product is sold per box containing 20 cartridges. Case: A case is fulfilled by ordering 10 boxes, totaling 200 rounds.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .45-70 Government.
- Bullet weight: 300 grains.
- Bullet type: JACKETED SOFT POINT.
- Muzzle velocity: 1850 fps.
- Muzzle energy: 2280 ft lbs.
- Rounds per box: 20.
- Boxes per case: 10.
- Rounds per case: 200.
- Case material: Nickel-plated brass.
- Reloadable: Yes.
Federal HammerDown loads prioritize reliable cycling in lever-action platforms and consistent external ballistics from typical lever-action barrel lengths. The Cartridge geometry and feeding profile are optimized for side-gate loading and tubular magazines, making this offering practical for shooters who require dependable, matched ammunition for hunting and field use.
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