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Federal Power-Shok .308 Win 180gr Ammo
.308/7.62x51mm • Federal • Hunting

Federal Power-Shok .308 Win 180gr Ammo Ballistics

Brass Case • JSP

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$1.35/rd
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2570
FPS
2640
FT-LBS
.382
BC (G1)
180
GRAINS
JSP
BULLET
BRS
CASING

Trajectory @ 100yd Zero

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Muzzle Velocity
2570.0 fps
Projectile Weight
180.0 gr
Ballistic Coef.
0.382 G1
Zero Range
100.0 yards
Range Velocity Energy Drop
Muzzle 2570 fps 2640 ft-lb
25 yds 2512 fps 2523 ft-lb -0.6"
50 yds 2455 fps 2411 ft-lb -0.0"
75 yds 2400 fps 2303 ft-lb +0.2"
100 yds ⊕ 2345 fps 2198 ft-lb +0.0"
125 yds 2290 fps 2097 ft-lb -0.6"
150 yds 2237 fps 2000 ft-lb -1.6"
175 yds 2184 fps 1907 ft-lb -3.0"
200 yds 2131 fps 1816 ft-lb -4.8"
225 yds 2080 fps 1730 ft-lb -7.2"
250 yds 2029 fps 1646 ft-lb -10.0"
275 yds 1979 fps 1566 ft-lb -13.4"
300 yds 1930 fps 1489 ft-lb -17.4"
325 yds 1881 fps 1415 ft-lb -21.9"
350 yds 1833 fps 1344 ft-lb -27.0"
375 yds 1786 fps 1276 ft-lb -32.8"
400 yds 1740 fps 1211 ft-lb -39.2"
425 yds 1695 fps 1149 ft-lb -46.4"
450 yds 1651 fps 1090 ft-lb -54.4"
475 yds 1608 fps 1034 ft-lb -63.1"
500 yds 1566 fps 980 ft-lb -72.6"

Product Overview

Federal's Power-Shok .308 Winchester throws serious weight downrange with its 180-grain JSP bullet. At 2570 fps, this heavyweight contender delivers bone-crushing 2640 ft-lbs of energy - enough to drop the biggest game North America has to offer. The heavier bullet weight might seem old-school in today's world of lightweight speedsters, but there's rock-solid science behind this proven formula.

When the brush is thick and the game is big, this load really flexes its muscles. That hefty 180-grain JSP drives deep through heavy bone and muscle, while the jacket controls expansion for maximum energy transfer. It's particularly lethal on quartering shots where lighter bullets might struggle to reach vitals. Elk guides in timber country often reach for this load when clients need absolute confidence in their ammunition's ability to punch through shoulder bones and heavy muscle.

Put this ammunition to work in dense cover where shots rarely stretch past 200 yards. The controlled expansion of the JSP creates devastating wound channels without excessive meat damage - something you'll appreciate when it's time to pack out your trophy. While it might not have the fancy polymer tips or marketing hype of premium ammunition, this load continues to fill freezers and create lifelong hunting memories. Just remember to pack your dragging rope - you're going to need it.

Strengths
  • Heavier 180-grain bullet drives deeper through dense muscle and bone on larger game animals
  • Soft point design performs exceptionally well in brushy hunting conditions where deflection resistance matters
  • Balanced power delivery combines penetration with practical accuracy for typical hunting distances
  • Straightforward design delivers reliable results without the premium price tag of polymer-tipped options
Limitations
  • Steeper trajectory arc requires more holdover adjustment past 200 yards
  • Increased felt recoil may affect quick follow-up shots compared to lighter options
  • Traditional soft point design limits extreme distance performance versus modern polymer-tip bullets

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PRODUCT PRICE/RD
$1.35
500 Rounds
$1.02
400 Rounds
$2.02
1000 Rounds

All Federal Power-Shok .308 Win 180gr Ammo Prices

DEALER QTY PRICE/RD
Black Basin Outdoors 500 $1.35
Fast Ammo 500 $1.36
Sentry Ammo 500 $1.36
Bulk Munitions 200 $1.39
Fast Ammo 200 $1.45

Price History

Average price across all tracked dealers
$1.44/rd
↑ $0.04 (3.1%) in the last 3M
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