This review introduces Federal's new 7mm Backcountry cartridge, a steel-cased round designed for high performance comparable to magnum cartridges but fitting standard-length rifle actions. The steel case allows for higher pressures (around 80,000 PSI) compared to traditional brass cases (mid-60,000s PSI), with the case itself acting as a containment vessel. This design enables the use of shorter barrels and suppressors while maintaining significant ballistic capability, making it advantageous for modern hunting scenarios.
The Savage 110 Trail Hunter Lite is presented in the new 7mm Backcountry caliber, designed to deliver magnum performance from shorter barrels. This rifle, based on the Savage 110 chassis, is available with 20-inch and 16.5-inch barrels. The 7mm Backcountry cartridge is noted for its overpressured nature, achieving high velocities with manageable recoil, even when suppressed.
This video introduces Federal's new 7mm Backcountry cartridge, designed to deliver magnum performance from short-barreled rifles, especially when suppressed. The key innovation is the patented 'Peak Alloy' steel casing, which allows for higher chamber pressures than traditional brass, enabling increased velocity and performance without excessive recoil. The cartridge offers various bullet weights and types, aiming to compete with established cartridges like the 7mm PRC and 7mm Rem Mag while providing advantages in compactness and weight.
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