Federal Terminal Ascent .280 Ackley Improved 140gr

$64.96 75 in stock

Federal Premium Terminal Ascent bonded hunting round in .280 Ackley Improved with 140-grain copper bullet. Engineered for match-grade accuracy, deep penetration, and expansion at extended ranges with innovative Slipstream polymer tip technology.

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Federal Terminal Ascent .280 Ackley Improved

Federal Premium's Terminal Ascent ammunition represents a significant advancement in long-range hunting performance. This load combines proven bonded-bullet construction with innovative design features that deliver consistent, reliable performance across a wide range of hunting scenarios.

Key Features

  • Slipstream Polymer Tip: Initiates expansion at velocities 200 fps lower than comparable designs, ensuring reliable performance even at extended ranges where velocity has diminished
  • Bonded Construction: Copper shank and bonded lead core retain up to 99 percent of bullet weight for deep penetration on medium and big game
  • AccuChannel Groove Technology: Minimizes aerodynamic drag and improves accuracy through optimized bullet geometry
  • High Ballistic Coefficient: The 140-grain bullet's long, sleek profile delivers excellent downrange velocity retention and flatter trajectories
  • Match-Grade Accuracy: Engineered to deliver consistent, tight groupings at hunting distances

Performance Characteristics

The Terminal Ascent .280 Ackley Improved load achieves a muzzle velocity of 2,930 feet per second. The combination of bonded construction and advanced tip design ensures aggressive expansion on game while maintaining the penetration depth necessary for ethical, effective hunting.

Whether hunting at close range or stretching shots to extended distances, the Terminal Ascent delivers the velocity retention, accuracy, and terminal performance serious hunters demand.

20 rounds per box

Attributes

Application: Hunting
Boxes Per Case: 10
Bullet Type: Trophy Copper
Caliber: .280 Ackley Improved
Casing Material: Nickel-Plated Brass
Grain Weight: 140 Gr
Muzzle Energy: 2939 ft-lbs
Muzzle Velocity: 3075 fps
Rounds Per Box: 20