Latest Ammunition Releases Hit the Market: Federal and Remington Deliver on Promises

Three Major Product Lines Now Shipping to Retailers

After months of anticipation following earlier announcements this year, Federal and Remington Ammunition have successfully launched three highly anticipated hunting ammunition products. The companies are now fulfilling orders for Federal's Rob Roberts Raptor Steel shotgun shells, Remington's Premier AccuTip MZ muzzleloading bullets, and Federal's 7mm Backcountry Elite Hunter 195-Grain ammunition across retail networks nationwide.

Federal's 7mm Backcountry: Revolutionary Long-Range Performance

Addressing Market Demand for Premium Long-Range Cartridges

The 7mm Backcountry represents a significant advancement in hunting ammunition technology. This intriguing cartridge has experienced limited availability since its initial reveal, though supply chains are steadily improving to meet growing hunter demand. The long-action, non-magnum centerfire rifle hunting load—specifically the Federal Premium Elite Hunter 195-grain 7mm Backcountry—is currently making its way to sporting goods retailers throughout the United States.

Technical Specifications and Design Philosophy

Federal Ammunition's engineering team took a comprehensive approach when developing this cartridge earlier in 2024, with retailers now beginning to stock this cutting-edge ammunition technology on their shelves.

Eric Miller, Federal's Centerfire Rifle Product Line Manager, explained the cartridge's design methodology: "We specifically designed all the dimensions of this new cartridge to be able to accept the longest, heaviest bullets the current marketplace has to offer, such as this one from Berger. The Berger Elite Hunter's thin jacket produces effective shock and wound cavity on impact. This 195-grain bullet achieves 2,850 fps out of a 20-inch barrel and has a G1 BC of .755."

Remington's Premier AccuTip MZ: Precision Muzzleloading Innovation

Perfect Timing for Fall Hunting Seasons

Remington's highly regarded muzzleloading bullet technology arrives just in time for autumn muzzleloading seasons. These advanced projectiles are now accessible through Remington's official website and authorized Remington dealers nationwide.

Bringing Modern Accuracy to Traditional Firearms

Remington Ammunition is pleased to announce the availability of its all-new Premier AccuTip MZ, bringing the accuracy and on-game performance of Premier AccuTip ammunition into the world of muzzleloading.

Kris Carson, Remington Director of Centerfire Products, expressed enthusiasm about the launch: "We are excited to announce that our only bonded sabot is shipping to retailers and consumers nationwide. Designed for muzzleloader hunting with both modern or traditional caliber rifles, Premier AccuTip MZ provides muzzleloaders with the accuracy and performance they have come to know and expect from Remington."

Federal's Rob Roberts Raptor Steel: Specialized Waterfowl Dominance

Collaborative Engineering for Superior Results

Federal Ammunition has successfully launched its new waterfowl hunting ammunition series, announced earlier this year, featuring the Rob Roberts Raptor Steel line. These specialized shotgun shells represent a unique collaboration between the expertise of Rob Roberts Custom Gunworks and Federal's engineering team, resulting in a purpose-built waterfowl load that combines substantial payloads with elevated shot counts to deliver superior pellet-on-target performance through Raptor Series chokes. Distribution to retailers across the country is currently underway.

Expert Endorsement and Performance Data

Dan Compton, Federal's Shotshell Product Director, detailed the development process: "Rob Roberts and his team helped us develop these customized loads, which pair heavy payloads and high pellet counts with carefully selected velocities proven to put more pellets on target. The loads combine Federal's high-performance primers and clean-burning propellant to deliver lethal shot strings through the advanced Raptor choke design."

Rob Roberts himself provided a colorful assessment of the ammunition's capabilities: "These new loads are pure poison with looks that kill, and it flat-out crushes ducks and geese. Federal's standard, blue-box, Speed-Shok loads have always been a go-to for me. And with our help, this new load is that standard on steroids. The heavy 1 3/8-ounce set at an ideal speed of 1,400 fps that produces an unbelievable, consistent pattern priced right for its performance level. Precise, killer patterns are what make any hunter successful. This balanced load delivers on that."