Federal Power-Shok .44 Magnum 240gr JHP Ballistics
Brass Case • JHP • MPN: C44A
Federal Power-Shok .44 Magnum 240gr JHP Ballistics
Brass Case • JHP • MPN: C44A
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 1230 fps | 806 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 1217 fps | 789 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 10 yds | 1205 fps | 774 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 15 yds | 1193 fps | 759 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 20 yds | 1182 fps | 745 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 1171 fps | 731 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 1160 fps | 718 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 35 yds | 1150 fps | 705 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 40 yds | 1140 fps | 693 ft-lb | -0.5" |
| 45 yds | 1130 fps | 681 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 1121 fps | 670 ft-lb | -1.1" |
| 55 yds | 1112 fps | 659 ft-lb | -1.5" |
| 60 yds | 1103 fps | 648 ft-lb | -2.0" |
| 65 yds | 1094 fps | 638 ft-lb | -2.6" |
| 70 yds | 1086 fps | 629 ft-lb | -3.2" |
| 75 yds | 1078 fps | 619 ft-lb | -3.9" |
| 80 yds | 1070 fps | 610 ft-lb | -4.7" |
| 85 yds | 1063 fps | 602 ft-lb | -5.5" |
| 90 yds | 1055 fps | 594 ft-lb | -6.5" |
| 95 yds | 1048 fps | 586 ft-lb | -7.5" |
| 100 yds | 1041 fps | 578 ft-lb | -8.6" |
Product Overview
Federal's Power-Shok 240gr JHP is the standard-weight hunting load in their .44 Magnum lineup. At 1,230 fps and 806 ft-lbs, it delivers the heavy-bullet momentum that .44 Magnum was designed around. The 240gr hollow point carries more sectional density than lighter bullets in the same caliber, which means deeper penetration through muscle and bone on game animals. This is the bullet weight most .44 Magnum handloaders and factory load designers treat as the baseline.
Deer, black bear, and feral hogs are all well within range for this load when shot from a revolver with a 4-inch or longer barrel. The JHP expands on contact while the heavy bullet mass drives it deep enough to reach vitals from quartering angles. Hunters who want a single .44 Magnum load that handles most North American medium game will find this a solid choice without the premium price tag of specialty ammunition.
The Power-Shok line has been in Federal's catalog for decades, and the 240gr .44 Magnum version has a long track record in the field. It feeds and ejects reliably in both revolvers and lever-action carbines. The brass is sturdy enough for several reloading cycles. For hunters who want predictable performance from a name they recognize, the 240gr Power-Shok is a dependable pick at a fair price.
- 240gr is the standard .44 Magnum weight with proven terminal performance
- Federal Power-Shok is widely available at most sporting goods stores
- Good penetration depth from the heavy sectional density of a 240gr JHP
- Brass cases reload well for multiple cycles
- Long track record on medium game in the field
- 806 ft-lbs is on the lower end for a 240gr .44 Magnum factory load
- Non-bonded JHP may not hold together on heavy bone at close range
- Heavier recoil than 180gr or 200gr options in the same caliber
- Standard hollow point design without the advanced engineering of premium bullets
All Federal Power-Shok .44 Magnum 240gr JHP Prices
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