Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion – Proven Bonded Deer Hunting Ammo, 20 Rounds

Description

Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion ammunition loads Federal’s Fusion soft point into the 280 Remington for dependable deer hunting performance. The 140 grain bullet leaves the muzzle at about 2,990 feet per second with a ballistic coefficient of .485, and its bonded construction is built for deep penetration and high weight retention. Each box holds 20 rounds.

• Built from the Start for Deer
• Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion Specifications
• Deer Hunting Tips

Built from the Start for Deer

Federal designed Fusion as the first rifle ammunition built specifically for deer hunting. Instead of a traditional jacket wrapped around a lead core, Fusion uses a copper jacket that is electro-chemically applied to a pressure formed core. That bond keeps the jacket and core together, so the bullet holds its weight and keeps driving forward after expansion.

The nose of the bullet is skived, meaning it is pre-scored to open consistently on impact. That gives you reliable expansion across the range of distances most deer are taken, from close timber shots to longer field shots.

Federal’s published ballistics show this load still traveling about 2,430 feet per second at 300 yards, which keeps trajectory manageable and energy strong for ethical shots at typical hunting distances.

Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion Specifications

These figures follow Federal’s published data for item F280FS1. Federal’s product page lists UPC 029465098605, which matches this listing.

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product line: Fusion
• Manufacturer item number: F280FS1
• Caliber: 280 Remington
• Bullet: 140 grain Fusion soft point (bonded)
• Muzzle velocity: about 2,990 fps
• Ballistic coefficient: .485
• Bullet length: 1.135 inches
• Usage: big game, deer
• Rounds per box: 20

Deer Hunting Tips

Use Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion ammo only in rifles chambered for 280 Remington.

Zero your rifle with the exact load you will hunt with, then confirm your holds at 200 and 300 yards.

Aim for the heart and lung area on a broadside or slightly quartering animal for the quickest, most ethical results.

Practice from field positions such as sitting, kneeling and shooting off sticks before the season.

Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion ammo is a proven choice for deer hunters who carry a 280 Remington and want a bonded bullet with a flat trajectory at a practical price.

The 280 Remington was introduced in 1957 and has long been admired for its flat trajectory and versatility. With the right load it handles everything from whitetails to elk. Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion ammo produces roughly 2,780 foot pounds of energy at the muzzle by standard calculation.

Shot placement still decides every hunt. Wait for a clear broadside or slightly quartering angle, take a steady rest and aim for the vitals. The bonded construction of Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion rounds gives you good penetration on less than perfect angles, but a careful shot is always the goal.

Fusion is also priced to be practical. Many hunters can afford to shoot a box or two at the range before the season, which builds confidence and makes the shot in the field feel familiar.

Store your ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box. Buying a few boxes of Federal 280 Rem 140gr Fusion from the same lot lets you zero once and hunt the whole season knowing every round will print where you expect.

Fusion bullets work best inside the velocity window they were designed for. For most deer hunters that means shots from close range out to about 300 yards, where the bullet still has plenty of speed to open reliably and drive deep.

Want a premium tipped option? Compare Federal 280 Rem 140gr Trophy Bonded Tip, or read Federal’s Fusion 280 Remington product page for full ballistics.