ANOKA, Minnesota –– Hunters who want improved terminal performance and accuracy from their rifled-barrel shotguns can now load up with Federal’s Freight Train Copper Sabot Slugs. The Premium product line, designed for whitetail deer, black bears, and other big game targets, is now available at retail stores. Product details, videos, and availability can be found on the brand’s website:

Freight Train Copper Sabot Slug Ammunition

Federal Premium Freight Train Copper is an all-new lineup of sabot slugs. A streamlined copper projectile and exclusive sabot design combine to help print tight groups at 200 yards through rifled barrels. A polymer tip and aerodynamic nose profile maximize downrange velocity and energy, while the externally skived nose cavity provides a dramatic expansion.

“One of the key factors to the accuracy of the new Federal Premium Freight Train is its exclusive sabot design, which improves overall accuracy through rifled barrels,” said Federal Shotshell Product Director Adam Moser. “The streamlined polypropylene tip in Federal Premium’s new Freight Train copper sabot slug also advances performance in several ways, improving accuracy, expansion, and downrange energy.” Read more

HEVI-Shot expands its HEVI-XII tungsten load lineup with the addition of two new 410 bore loads in 3-inch, No. 5, and No. 7. This new product line is now available at select dealers and online. Product details and availability can be found on the brand’s website.

HEVI-XII

“For those looking to target waterfowl, upland birds, and small game with the 410-bore, they can now shoot HEVI-Shot’s original 12 g/cc tungsten pellets,” said Dan Compton, HEVI-Shot’s Shotshell Product Director. “These two new loads are set to a high velocity, with high pellet counts, delivering more lethal pellets in a tighter pattern. They outperform 410-bore steel and lead loads in every category.” Read more

CCI Ammunition adds six new Hevi-Bismuth centerfire handgun shotshell loads to its pest control product line. Product details and availability can be found on the brand’s website.

Pest Control Bismuth Shotshell

The new Hevi-Bismuth pest control centerfire handgun shotshells are loaded with the Catalyst lead-free primer and HEVI-Bismuth pellets. At 9.6 g/cc, the shot carries nearly the same density and downrange energy of lead but adheres to all non-toxic ammunition requirements. They are designed to produce effective short-range patterns on pests and are packaged in 10-count boxes. Read more

GW: In my limited testing of bullet integrity, Federal Fusion loads are at the top of the heap relative to weight retention.

Federal Ammunition launches an all-new product line: Fusion Tipped. The design offers the same excellent terminal performance as the original bonded soft points but with a polymer tip that increases ballistic coefficient, flattens trajectories, and boosts energy for better accuracy and extended effective range. The all-new product line is offered in eight cartridge options and is now available at select dealers.

Fusion Tipped Rifle

“Following its initial release, Fusion ammunition quickly gained a reputation for its exceptional performance and reliability. Over the past 19 years, we have expanded Fusion into a large list of calibers and bullet weights, now totaling more than 50 product offerings across three different product families,” said Eric Miller, Federal’s Centerfire Product Line Manager. “This has allowed hunters and shooters to experience the benefits of bonded-core technology across a broad spectrum of firearms and game species. New Fusion Tipped is better than ever, and it will be this year’s new deer-camp champ.”

The all-new Fusion Tipped design offers the same excellent terminal performance as the original but with a polymer tip that reduces wind drift and drop and delivers more energy downrange. Paired with a skived nose cavity, the polymer tip also helps initiate consistent, lethal expansion. All this increases the ballistic coefficient, flattens trajectories, and boosts energy for better accuracy and extended effective range. Read more

Kent Cartridge, a leader in shotgun ammunition, is excited to announce a limited-time rebate program on Kent Bismuth® shotshells. Hunters can now receive $5.00 back per box, with a minimum rebate amount of $10.00 (2 Boxes) and a maximum of $100.00 (10 Boxes).

Kent Cartridge’s proprietary bismuth shot, bound with tin, offers superior structural integrity and uniformity. This unique composition delivers consistent, lethal results in the field, ensuring hunters can rely on each and every shot.

In an effort to keep hunting more affordable without sacrificing quality, we are now packaging Kent Bismuth® shotshells in 200-round cases. This new packaging option provides better value and convenience for our customers, aligning with our commitment to delivering high-performance products at competitive prices.

“We understand the importance of both performance and affordability in today’s hunting environment,” said Hunter Colbert, Marketing Manager at Kent Cartridge. “Our proprietary Bismuth shot offers the reliability and effectiveness that hunters demand, and with this rebate, we’re making it easier than ever for our customers to experience the Kent Cartridge difference.”

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ANOKA, Minnesota –– The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) has awarded Federal Ammunition a one-year, $3.6M contract to supply SOCOM with 7.62x51mm rifle ammunition.

“This contract award for long-range rifle ammunition for SOCOM continues our long-standing support of the U.S. military,” said Federal’s President and CEO, Jason Vanderbrink. “This proven load is currently being produced for the U.S. Navy in a separate contract, validating our American manufacturing expertise and commitment to supplying the U.S. warfighter with the best products to protect and defend.”

The cartridge selected during the one-year contract is for the 7.62x51mm, 175-grain precision match rifle load. The ordering period is 12 months. Federal will produce the ammunition at its facility in Anoka, Minnesota. Read more

Kent Cartridge, a trusted manufacturer of superior shotgun ammunition for over 25 years, is excited to announce the launch of Fasteel+ Bayou Blend. This innovative new shotshell is specifically designed for duck hunters seeking exceptional performance and value. Destined to become the “Do-It-All Duck Load,” Fasteel+ Bayou Blend combines high-velocity precision plated steel shot with advanced corrosion-resistant materials, ensuring lethal patterns and unmatched reliability.

Building on the success of the Fasteel+ line, Bayou Blend features a layered shot combination of #3 and #5 precision-plated steel shot, tailor-made for your favorite honey hole. Engineered for ultra-reliable performance in harsh conditions, Fasteel+ Bayou Blend ensures industry-leading patterns, devastating lethality, and premium performance at an unbeatable price. From early season Teal to late season mallards, Bayou Blend covers the bases, making it the ultimate choice from September through January.

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