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Federal HammerDown Rifle 360 Buckhammer 220 Grain 20 Rounds
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SKU: LG360BH1-604544696745
Overview
Built for lever-action rifles, this ammunition is intended for hunters who want a load matched to the cycling and barrel-length needs of those guns. It uses a bonded soft point bullet in 360 Buckhammer, with a listed muzzle velocity of 2000 fps and a 20-round package size. The design is aimed at medium game hunting, making it a practical choice for field use where dependable function and controlled bullet expansion matter. It is a specialized load, so it is best suited to lever-gun owners rather than general-purpose rifle use.
Why Hunters Choose the Federal
Optimal Cycling
In lever-action rifles
Tailored Lever-action
Barrel lengths and 360 Buckhammer
Bonded Soft
Point bullet design supports accuracy
Medium Game
Hunting applications
20-round Package
Practical field-ready quantity
Key Features
- Designed specifically for optimal cycling in lever-action rifles
- Tailored for 360 Buckhammer chambering
- 220-grain bonded soft point bullet design
- Muzzle velocity listed at 2000 fps
- Packaged in a 20-round box
- Intended for medium game hunting
Best Used For
- Lever-action rifle hunters seeking ammunition tailored for smooth cycling and barrel-length optimization
- Medium game hunters wanting a bonded soft point load in 360 Buckhammer
- Hunters using lever guns who prefer factory ammunition with a specific velocity profile
- New or experienced hunters looking for a 20-round box for field use and practice
Specifications
| Bullet Style | Bonded Soft Point |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 360 Buckhammer |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2000 fps |
| Package Quantity | 20 Rounds |
| Upc | 604544696745 |
Pros
- Designed specifically for optimal cycling in lever-action rifles
- Tailored for lever-action barrel lengths and 360 Buckhammer chambering
- Bonded soft point bullet design supports accuracy and expansion
- Built for medium game hunting applications
- 20-round package offers a practical field-ready quantity
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for lever-action rifles, so it is a specialized choice rather than a general-purpose hunting load.
- The 20-round package is relatively small, which may require more frequent restocking for practice or field use.
- It is described as tailored to lever-gun barrel lengths and optimized velocities, so its use case is narrower than standard rifle ammunition.
- The bonded soft point design is presented for accuracy and expansion at optimized velocities, but the listing does not provide broader performance details beyond that context.
Suggested Comparisons
- Lever-action rifle ammunition
- Medium game hunting ammunition
- Bonded soft point ammunition
- 360 Buckhammer cartridges
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Lever-action rifle cleaning kit
- Hearing protection
- Ballistic rangefinder
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this HammerDown load intended for lever-action rifles?
Yes. The product description says Federal designed HammerDown specifically for optimal cycling in lever-action rifles.
What caliber is this ammunition?
It is listed as 360 Buckhammer.
What bullet style does this load use?
The listed bullet style is Bonded Soft Point.
How many rounds are included in the box?
The package quantity is 20 rounds.
What muzzle velocity is listed for this load?
The listed muzzle velocity is 2000 fps.