Description
Federal 7mm-08 120gr Fusion ammunition loads Federal’s Fusion soft point into the 7mm-08 Remington for dependable deer hunting performance. The 120 grain bullet leaves the muzzle at about 3,000 feet per second with a ballistic coefficient of .335, 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 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 2,210 feet per second at 300 yards, which keeps trajectory manageable and energy strong for ethical shots at typical hunting distances.
Federal 7mm-08 120gr Fusion Specifications
These figures follow Federal’s published data for item F708FS2. Federal’s product page lists UPC 029465061609, which matches this listing.
- Brand: Federal Premium
- Product line: Fusion
- Manufacturer item number: F708FS2
- Caliber: 7mm-08 Remington
- Bullet: 120 grain Fusion soft point (bonded)
- Muzzle velocity: about 3,000 fps
- Ballistic coefficient: .335
- Bullet length: 1.010 inches
- Usage: big game, deer
- Rounds per box: 20
Deer Hunting Tips
Use Federal 7mm-08 120gr Fusion ammo only in rifles chambered for 7mm-08 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 7mm-08 120gr Fusion ammo is a proven choice for whitetail and mule deer hunters, young or recoil sensitive shooters, and anyone who carries a light, short action 7mm-08 rifle.
The 7mm-08 Remington is the 308 Winchester necked down to hold 7mm bullets. It fits short actions, produces mild recoil and shoots flat, which is why so many hunters choose it for a first deer rifle or a lightweight mountain gun. The light 120 grain bullet in this load adds speed for an even flatter trajectory. Federal 7mm-08 120gr Fusion ammo produces roughly 2,400 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 7mm-08 120gr 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 7mm-08 120gr Fusion from the same lot lets you zero once and hunt the whole season knowing every round will print where you expect.
Light bullets at high velocity work best on deer sized game. Fusion bullets open reliably inside the velocity window they were designed for, so keep most shots inside about 300 yards for consistent results.
Need a rifle to match? See the Tikka T3x Hunter 7mm-08, or read Federal’s Fusion 7mm-08 Remington product page for full ballistics.
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