Federal Power-Shok .270 Winchester 150gr SP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • Soft Point • MPN: 270B
Federal Power-Shok .270 Winchester 150gr SP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • Soft Point • MPN: 270B
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2830 fps | 2668 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2740 fps | 2503 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2654 fps | 2347 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 75 yds | 2569 fps | 2199 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2485 fps | 2058 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2403 fps | 1925 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 150 yds | 2323 fps | 1798 ft-lb | -1.3" |
| 175 yds | 2244 fps | 1678 ft-lb | -2.5" |
| 200 yds | 2167 fps | 1564 ft-lb | -4.2" |
| 225 yds | 2091 fps | 1456 ft-lb | -6.3" |
| 250 yds | 2016 fps | 1355 ft-lb | -8.9" |
| 275 yds | 1943 fps | 1259 ft-lb | -12.1" |
| 300 yds | 1872 fps | 1168 ft-lb | -15.8" |
| 325 yds | 1803 fps | 1083 ft-lb | -20.1" |
| 350 yds | 1736 fps | 1004 ft-lb | -25.2" |
| 375 yds | 1670 fps | 929 ft-lb | -30.9" |
| 400 yds | 1607 fps | 860 ft-lb | -37.4" |
| 425 yds | 1545 fps | 796 ft-lb | -44.8" |
| 450 yds | 1486 fps | 736 ft-lb | -53.0" |
| 475 yds | 1430 fps | 681 ft-lb | -62.3" |
| 500 yds | 1376 fps | 631 ft-lb | -72.6" |
Product Overview
Federal loads this 150-grain soft point at 2830 feet per second, generating 2667 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. The heavier bullet weight shifts the .270 Winchester's character toward deeper penetration, trading some trajectory flatness for improved performance on larger game. The 0.261 ballistic coefficient keeps the bullet flying predictably, though not as efficiently as lighter, more aerodynamic options.
The 150-grain weight addresses a specific need in the .270 lineup. Hunters pursuing elk, large mule deer bucks, or black bear benefit from the additional mass that keeps the bullet driving forward through heavy bone and muscle. On quartering shots where the bullet must travel through significant tissue to reach vital organs, the extra weight maintains momentum where lighter bullets might deflect or fragment.
This load fits hunters who want one rifle for mixed-bag Western hunts where deer and elk permits overlap. The Power-Shok's accessible pricing means hunters can practice with their hunting load rather than substituting cheaper ammunition with different points of impact. For dedicated elk hunters or those who regularly encounter larger-bodied game, the 150-grain soft point provides the penetration they need without stepping up to a magnum cartridge.
- The 150-grain bullet carries more momentum than 130-grain alternatives, maintaining penetration through heavy bone and muscle on quartering shots where lighter bullets might struggle.
- Power-Shok pricing keeps ammunition costs manageable for hunters who want to practice with their actual hunting load rather than substituting range ammunition.
- Federal's manufacturing consistency means point of impact remains predictable from one box to the next—practical reliability for hunters who buy ammunition throughout the year.
- Boxer-primed brass cases reload cleanly, giving handloaders quality components to work with once factory ammunition is spent.
- Velocity of 2830 fps produces a more arched trajectory than 130-grain loads, requiring hunters to understand holdovers precisely at distances beyond 250 yards.
- Traditional cup-and-core construction can separate on close-range impacts or when striking heavy bone, limiting penetration compared to bonded alternatives.
- The 0.261 ballistic coefficient creates more wind drift than polymer-tipped or boat-tail designs, making accurate ranging and wind calls more critical on longer shots.
All Federal Power-Shok .270 Winchester 150gr SP Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 500 | $674.87 | $0.00 | $674.87 | $1.35 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $292.06 | $0.00 | $292.06 | $1.46 |