AH Exclusive: Federal Premium's Vital-Shok Trophy Bonded Tip .223 Rem.

Published on January 15, 2016
Duration: 2:34

This video introduces the Federal Premium Vital-Shok Trophy Bonded Tip ammunition in .223 Remington caliber. JJ Wright from Vista Outdoor highlights its release in 2015 as new ammunition for the year. The Trophy Bonded Tip, built on the Trophy Bonded Bear Claw platform, is a bonded bullet featuring a nickel-plated case, ballistic tip, and skiving grooves for accuracy. This is the first time this line has been offered in a .223 round, specifically a 62-grain boattail design with a solid copper shank for penetration and mushrooming. It's presented as a legitimate hunting round for .223, suitable for medium-sized, thin-skinned game like whitetail deer, with shot placement being key to performance.

Quick Summary

The Federal Premium Vital-Shok Trophy Bonded Tip .223 Remington is a 62-grain boattail hunting round featuring a bonded core, ballistic tip, and skiving grooves for accuracy. It's designed for medium-sized, thin-skinned game like whitetail deer, offering deep penetration and controlled expansion, with shot placement being critical for performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:20Introduction with Scott Olstead and JJ Wright
  2. 00:26Federal Premium's Latest Release
  3. 00:44Trophy Bonded Tip Ammunition Overview
  4. 01:11New .223 Remington Caliber Offering
  5. 01:2362 Grain Boattail Design Features
  6. 01:32Penetration and Expansion Performance
  7. 01:45Hunting Applications for Medium Game
  8. 02:09Where to Find More Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Federal Premium Vital-Shok Trophy Bonded Tip .223 Remington?

The Federal Premium Vital-Shok Trophy Bonded Tip .223 Remington is a new hunting ammunition offering released in 2015. It features a 62-grain boattail bullet with a bonded core, ballistic tip, and skiving grooves for accuracy and terminal performance on medium-sized game.

What are the key features of the 62-grain Trophy Bonded Tip bullet in .223 Remington?

This .223 Remington round utilizes a 62-grain boattail bullet design. It incorporates a solid copper shank for deep penetration and a bonded core with a ballistic tip and skiving grooves to ensure controlled expansion and effective mushrooming upon impact.

What game is the Federal Premium Vital-Shok Trophy Bonded Tip .223 Remington suitable for?

This ammunition is recommended for hunting medium-sized, thin-skinned game. This includes animals like whitetail deer, particularly smaller-bodied deer, where shot placement is crucial for ethical harvesting.

Is the Trophy Bonded Tip a new design for Federal Premium?

The Trophy Bonded Tip bullet design itself has been in Federal Premium's lineup for some time, built upon the Trophy Bonded Bear Claw platform. However, its introduction in the .223 Remington caliber is a new release for 2015.

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