Federal's New Cartridge Will Blow Your Mind

Published on January 7, 2025
Duration: 17:52

This video provides an expert-level review of Federal's new 7mm Backcountry cartridge, highlighting its impressive performance from short barrels and its innovative steel case design. The host, with high authority, details its advantages over existing cartridges like the 7 PRC and 28 Nosler, backed by empirical range data from a Horizon Firearms Vanatic Carbon rifle.

Quick Summary

Federal's new 7mm Backcountry cartridge is a high-pressure (80,000 PSI) round designed for short-barreled rifles, achieving impressive velocities like 2902 FPS with a 170gr bullet from a 16" barrel. It utilizes a steel case for enhanced performance and potentially lower cost, offering advantages over cartridges like the 7 PRC and 28 Nosler.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Initial Velocity Comparison: 7 PRC vs. 7mm Backcountry
  2. 00:33Introducing the Federal 7mm Backcountry Cartridge
  3. 01:16Cartridge Evolution: 7mm Backcountry Design Philosophy
  4. 02:59Key Benefits: Short Barrel, Capacity, Cost
  5. 04:38Range Testing: Recoil and Pressure Management
  6. 06:37Official Velocity Results: 170gr Terminal Ascent
  7. 09:24Performance Comparison: 7mm Backcountry vs. 28 Nosler
  8. 10:30Industry Adoption and SAAMI Standards
  9. 12:53Test Rifle: Horizon Firearms Vanatic Carbon
  10. 14:32Reloading Challenges and Future Outlook

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Federal 7mm Backcountry cartridge unique?

The 7mm Backcountry is unique for its high-pressure design (80,000 PSI) utilizing a steel case, enabling exceptional performance from short-barreled rifles. It achieves high velocities with less powder compared to cartridges like the 28 Nosler.

How does the 7mm Backcountry compare to the 7 PRC?

In tests with shorter barrels (16" vs 26"), the 7mm Backcountry achieved higher velocities than the 7 PRC. It's designed for short-barrel efficiency and uses a steel case to handle its high operating pressure.

What are the advantages of the 7mm Backcountry's steel case?

The steel case allows the 7mm Backcountry to operate at significantly higher pressures (80,000 PSI), enabling magnum-like performance from compact, short-barreled rifles. It also contributes to potentially lower ammunition costs.

What rifle was used to test the 7mm Backcountry cartridge?

The 7mm Backcountry was tested in a Horizon Firearms Vanatic Carbon rifle. This rifle features an Iota Carbon Fiber stock, a TriggerTech trigger, and a Vombat action, equipped with a 16-inch fluted carbon-wrapped barrel.

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