Description
Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame ammunition pairs the 454 Casull with a 300 grain Swift A-Frame bullet for handgun hunting. Federal lists a muzzle velocity of about 1520 feet per second from a 5.7 inch vented test barrel, which works out to roughly 1539 foot-pounds of energy by standard calculation. Each box holds 20 rounds.
- Proven Construction for Big Game
- Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame Specifications
- Handgun Hunting Tips
Proven Construction for Big Game
The Swift A-Frame uses a divided design. The front half of the bullet is bonded and expands consistently across a broad range of velocities, while a partition-style wall stops expansion so the back half stays intact.
That intact rear section drives deep penetration even on large, tough animals, which is why handgun hunters trust the A-Frame for big game. Federal says high weight retention and controlled expansion hold up regardless of distance.
A nickel-plated case resists corrosion and helps extraction, and Federal loads the round with a specially formulated propellant and its own primer for dependable ignition.
Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame Specifications
These figures follow Federal’s published data for item P454SA. Federal’s product page lists UPC 029465061142, which matches this listing.
- Brand: Federal Premium
- Product line: Swift A-Frame
- Manufacturer item number: P454SA
- Caliber: 454 Casull
- Bullet: 300 grain Swift A-Frame (bonded front, intact rear)
- Muzzle velocity: about 1520 fps (5.7 inch vented test barrel)
- Muzzle energy: about 1539 ft-lbs (standard calculation)
- Usage: big game hunting
- Rounds per box: 20
Handgun Hunting Tips
Use Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame ammo only in firearms chambered for 454 Casull.
Practice from field positions and rests you will use in the woods, such as shooting sticks, a tree or a pack.
Keep shots within the range where you can hold every round in a small group on the vital area.
Velocity from your handgun will vary with barrel length, so confirm your zero and point of impact with this exact load.
Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame ammo is a heavy-hitting choice for handgun hunters going after elk, moose, bear and other large game.
The 454 Casull is one of the most powerful revolver cartridges in common use. A 300 grain Swift A-Frame turns that power into deep, controlled penetration, which is why Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame ammo is a popular pick for large game and for backup in bear country.
Shot placement matters even more with a handgun than with a rifle. Wait for a broadside or slightly quartering-away animal, and aim for the heart and lungs. A well-placed shot with Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame ammunition gives the bullet the best chance to do its job.
After the shot, mark where the animal was standing and give it time before you follow up. Handgun hunters often take shots at close range in thick cover, so a careful, patient follow-up makes recovery easier.
Clean your revolver or pistol after each hunt, paying attention to the cylinder face and forcing cone, where powder residue builds up with heavy loads.
Handgun hunting rewards practice. Spend time at the range with Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame rounds until you can place every shot on a paper plate at your planned distance, from the same positions you will hunt from. Recoil from a powerful revolver is real, so build up gradually and use quality hearing protection.
Store your hunting ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box, and buy enough from one lot to sight in and still have plenty for the season.
Need a 454 revolver to carry in the field? See the Taurus Raging Hunter 454 Casull 6.75 inch ported, or read more on Federal’s Swift A-Frame 454 Casull page.
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