Federal Ammo
Federal .270 Winchester 140gr Trophy Bonded Tip Ammo
Federal Ammo
- UPC:
- 029465064112
Elevate your hunting experience with Federal's .270 Winchester 140gr Trophy Bonded Tip ammunition, a testament to precision engineering and ballistic excellence. This 270 Win cartridge represents the pinnacle of hunting ammunition, combining Federal's legendary quality with cutting-edge bullet design. The 140-grain Trophy Bonded Tip bullet features a bonded jacket that ensures controlled expansion and exceptional weight retention, delivering devastating terminal performance on medium to large game. With a muzzle velocity of 2950 fps and a robust muzzle energy of 2705 ft-lbs, this load offers flat trajectories and long-range accuracy that serious hunters demand. Whether you're pursuing elusive whitetails in dense forests or stalking pronghorns across open plains, this ammunition provides the reliability and performance to make every shot count.
Federal .270 Winchester 140gr Trophy Bonded Tip Highlights:
Specifications | |
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Manufacturer | Federal |
Caliber | .270 Winchester |
Bullet Weight | 140 grains |
Bullet Style | Trophy Bonded Tip |
Muzzle Velocity | 2950 fps |
Muzzle Energy | 2705 ft-lbs |
Ballistic Coefficient | .455 |
Rounds Per Box | 20 |
Recommended Use | Medium Game |
Key Features
The Federal .270 Winchester 140gr Trophy Bonded Tip ammunition offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for medium to large game hunting. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
Feature | Description |
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Trophy Bonded Tip Bullet | Bonded jacket with polymer tip Ensures controlled expansion and weight retention |
High Ballistic Coefficient | .455 BC Maintains velocity and energy at long ranges |
Impressive Muzzle Velocity | 2950 fps Flat trajectory for improved accuracy |
High Muzzle Energy | 2705 ft-lbs Delivers devastating terminal performance |
Premium Components | Federal's quality construction Ensures reliable ignition and consistent performance |
Applications & Use Cases
The Federal .270 Winchester 140gr Trophy Bonded Tip ammunition is designed for various hunting scenarios, particularly excelling in medium to large game hunting:
Pros and Cons
Pros
- ✔ Excellent Accuracy: High BC and consistent manufacturing ensure long-range precision.
- ✔ Controlled Expansion: Trophy Bonded Tip delivers reliable expansion and deep penetration.
- ✔ High Weight Retention: Bonded core maintains mass for improved terminal performance.
- ✔ Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of medium to large game animals in various hunting scenarios.
- ✔ Flat Trajectory: High muzzle velocity contributes to a flatter trajectory, simplifying long-range shots.
Cons
- ✘ Premium Price: Higher cost compared to standard .270 Winchester ammunition.
- ✘ Recoil: May produce more felt recoil than lighter bullet weights in .270 Winchester.
- ✘ Overkill for Small Game: May be excessive for smaller animals, potentially causing unnecessary meat damage.
- ✘ Limited Availability: May not be as readily available as more common .270 Winchester loads.
About Federal:
Federal Ammunition, a Vista Outdoor company, has been a leader in the ammunition industry since 1922. Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, Federal has built a reputation for innovation, quality, and performance that spans nearly a century. Their commitment to producing high-performance ammunition for hunters, shooters, and law enforcement professionals has made them one of the most trusted names in the business. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and rigorous quality control processes, Federal continues to push the boundaries of ammunition technology, ensuring that each round meets the highest standards of reliability and performance. From their popular Power-Shok line to premium offerings like the Trophy Bonded Tip, Federal's diverse product range caters to the needs of sportsmen and women across the globe.
- MANUFACTURER:
- Federal
- PRODUCT TYPE:
- Ammunition
- CONDITION:
- New
- CASING:
- Nickel Plated Brass
- UPC:
- 029465064112
- grains:
- 140
- caliber:
- .270 Win
Federal .270 Winchester Trophy Bonded Tip Ammo FAQ:
The Trophy Bonded Tip combines a bonded core for weight retention with a polymer tip for improved ballistics. This design ensures controlled expansion, deep penetration, and high weight retention upon impact, while also providing a high ballistic coefficient for better long-range performance.
The effective range depends on factors like the shooter's skill, environmental conditions, and the size of the target animal. However, with its high ballistic coefficient of .455 and muzzle velocity of 2950 fps, this ammunition can be effective beyond 400 yards in capable hands and appropriate conditions.
Most .270 Winchester rifles have a 1:10" twist rate, which is suitable for stabilizing the 140gr Trophy Bonded Tip bullet. However, always consult your rifle's specifications to ensure compatibility.
No, the Trophy Bonded Tip bullet contains lead in its core. While the jacket is bonded to the core to prevent separation, it is not a lead-free option.
In most cases, yes. However, it's always recommended to have a gunsmith inspect older rifles to ensure they can handle modern ammunition, which may produce higher pressures than some very old rifles were designed for.
While designed for optimal performance in standard-length barrels, this ammunition will still perform well in shorter barrels. However, you may see a slight reduction in velocity and effective range with very short barrels due to less powder burn time.
The .270 Winchester 140gr load offers a relatively flat trajectory compared to many other big game cartridges. It generally shoots flatter than cartridges like the .30-06 Springfield or .308 Winchester, making it easier to hit targets at varying ranges.
While specific break-in processes vary, generally, it's recommended to clean the barrel after each of the first 5-10 shots, then every 3-5 shots for the next 25-50 rounds. This helps establish good accuracy potential with premium ammunition like this.
This ammunition should perform well in both bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered for .270 Winchester. However, some semi-auto rifles may be more sensitive to ammunition selection, so it's always best to test function and accuracy in your specific firearm.