Description
Federal 460 SW 300gr Swift A-Frame ammunition pairs the 460 S&W Magnum with a 300 grain Swift A-Frame bullet for handgun hunting. Federal lists a muzzle velocity of about 1750 feet per second from a 8.4 inch vented test barrel, which works out to roughly 2041 foot-pounds of energy by standard calculation. Each box holds 20 rounds.
- Proven Construction for Big Game
- Federal 460 SW 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 460 SW 300gr Swift A-Frame Specifications
These figures follow Federal’s published data for item P460SA. Federal’s product page lists UPC 029465061159, which matches this listing.
- Brand: Federal Premium
- Product line: Swift A-Frame
- Manufacturer item number: P460SA
- Caliber: 460 S&W Magnum
- Bullet: 300 grain Swift A-Frame (bonded front, intact rear)
- Muzzle velocity: about 1750 fps (8.4 inch vented test barrel)
- Muzzle energy: about 2041 ft-lbs (standard calculation)
- Usage: big game hunting
- Rounds per box: 20
Handgun Hunting Tips
Use Federal 460 SW 300gr Swift A-Frame ammo only in firearms chambered for 460 S&W Magnum.
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 460 SW 300gr Swift A-Frame ammo is a powerful choice for handgun hunters going after elk, moose, bear and other large game.
The 460 S&W Magnum is built for long-range handgun hunting, with high velocity and a flatter trajectory than most revolver rounds. A 300 grain Swift A-Frame lets Federal 460 SW 300gr Swift A-Frame ammo take advantage of that speed while still holding together for deep penetration on big game.
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 460 SW 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 460 SW 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.
Shooting a 460 revolver? Most 460 S&W revolvers can also fire 454 Casull, so you can practice or hunt with the Federal 454 Casull 300gr Swift A-Frame. Read more on Federal’s Swift A-Frame 460 S&W page.
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