Federal Premium Cape-Shok .470 Nitro 500gr Sledgehammer
Federal Premium Cape-Shok .470 Nitro Express ammunition with 500-grain Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer Solid bullets. Flat-nose design for deep penetration and straight wound cavities. 2150 fps muzzle velocity. 20 rounds per box.
Federal Premium Cape-Shok .470 Nitro Express
Federal Premium's Cape-Shok line represents the pinnacle of dangerous game ammunition engineering. This .470 Nitro Express loading features the Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer Solid bullet—a purpose-built projectile for the most demanding hunting scenarios.
Bullet Design & Performance
The Sledgehammer Solid achieves its reputation through proven construction:
- Core-to-jacket bonding creates a monolithic structure that resists separation under extreme stress
- Thick brass jacket provides the bone-crushing penetration required for large, dangerous game
- Flat nose profile minimizes deflection and creates a straight, deep wound cavity
- Grooved shank improves accuracy and consistency across different rifle platforms
Ammunition Specifications
- Caliber: .470 Nitro Express
- Bullet Weight: 500 grains
- Muzzle Velocity: 2150 feet per second
- Case: Nickel-plated for corrosion resistance and reliable feeding
- Primer: Federal Gold Medal for consistent ignition
- Powder: Specially formulated for optimal performance and pressure curves
Why Choose Cape-Shok
Federal Premium ammunition is engineered for hunters and shooters who accept no compromises. The Cape-Shok line specifically addresses the needs of dangerous game hunters where shot placement and penetration are matters of life and death. This ammunition delivers the reliability and performance that separates success from failure in the field.
