Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper – Powerful Big Game Hunting Ammo, 20 Rounds

Description

Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper ammunition gives short action magnum owners a heavy, high ballistic coefficient copper bullet built for big game. The polymer tipped 180 grain bullet leaves the muzzle at about 2,960 feet per second with a BC of .523, and it retains up to 99 percent of its weight for deep penetration on elk, moose and bear. Each box holds 20 rounds.

• Heavy Copper for Big Game at Distance
• Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper Specifications
• Field Notes for Short Magnum Hunters

Heavy Copper for Big Game at Distance

A 180 grain bullet is a natural match for the 300 Winchester Short Magnum. It carries more momentum than lighter options and resists wind drift, giving you more confidence when a shot stretches across a canyon. Federal’s published ballistics show this load holding about 2,280 feet per second at 400 yards.

Trophy Copper uses a polymer tip over an optimized cavity so expansion starts consistently at both high and moderate impact speeds. The one piece copper body stays together after impact and keeps penetrating, which is exactly what you want on tough, heavy boned animals.

Grooves along the shank reduce pressure and copper fouling. The bullet is also lead free, making this a practical option where non lead ammunition is required for hunting.

Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper Specifications

These figures follow Federal’s published data for item P300WSMTC1, which matches the distributor listings for UPC 029465063559.

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product line: Trophy Copper
• Manufacturer item number: P300WSMTC1
• Caliber: 300 Winchester Short Magnum (300 WSM)
• Bullet: 180 grain Trophy Copper, polymer tipped
• Muzzle velocity: about 2,960 fps
• Ballistic coefficient: .523
• Bullet length: 1.464 inches
• Weight retention: up to 99 percent
• Lead free: yes
• Usage: big game, long range
• Rounds per box: 20

Field Notes for Short Magnum Hunters

Use Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper ammo only in rifles chambered for 300 Winchester Short Magnum.

Heavy copper bullets are long for their weight. Confirm your rifle’s twist rate handles them well and re-zero whenever you switch loads.

Check your drops at 300 and 400 yards before the season so you know your holds in the field.

Light short magnum rifles kick. Practice from sitting, kneeling and prone positions to build a steady, repeatable shot.

Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper ammo is a powerful choice for elk, moose and bear hunters who carry a short action magnum and want a heavy bullet that holds together, along with hunters who need lead free ammunition.

Energy matters on large animals, and the heavier bullet delivers it. Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper ammo carries roughly 3,500 foot pounds at the muzzle by standard calculation, and the high BC helps it keep more of that energy at long range than flatter based bullets of the same weight.

Many hunters choose the 300 WSM for its balance of power and portability. A short action rifle is lighter to carry, quicker to cycle and easier to fit with a compact scope mount. Pairing that rifle with Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper rounds gives you a setup that handles everything from mule deer on open ridges to elk in dark timber.

Shot placement still decides the outcome. Wait for a broadside or slightly quartering angle and aim for the heart and lungs. A well placed shot with a tough bullet gives the quickest, most ethical result.

Store your ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box. Buying several boxes of Federal 300 WSM 180gr Trophy Copper from one lot lets you zero once and hunt all season with consistent results. Keep your fired brass as well, since short magnum cases are valuable for reloading.

Prefer an all copper hollow point? Compare the Federal 300 WSM 165gr Barnes TSX, or read Federal’s Trophy Copper 300 WSM product page for full ballistics.