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Federal Gold Medal CenterStrike .308 Win 175gr OTM

UPC: 604544685169

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Description

Federal Premium Gold Medal CenterStrike ammunition is built around precision. The 175-grain OTM bullet features a sleek profile and concentric jacket matched with a form-fitted lead core that delivers rotational stability shot after shot. With a ballistic coefficient of 0.505, this round resists wind deflection across distance while maintaining a stable flight path. The 2600 fps muzzle velocity generates 2627 foot-pounds of energy from a 24-inch test barrel.

What Makes CenterStrike Different

Federal's proprietary open tip match design sets this load apart from standard OTM offerings. Every component gets held to exacting tolerances. The case is new-production brass with Gold Medal primers known for consistent ignition and reliability. A specially formulated propellant pairs with the tight specifications to produce minimal velocity spread between rounds, which translates to tighter vertical stringing at distance.

Built for Consistent Performance

This ammunition is specifically designed for benchrest work, precision competition, and target shooting where repeatability matters. The reloadable brass allows you to develop loads tailored to your rifle once you've confirmed zero. The high ballistic coefficient means energy retention at extended distance, so the round performs well whether you're working steel at 300 yards or paper targets at 1000 yards.

Why Match Shooters Reach for Gold Medal

Federal has built Gold Medal's reputation over decades with consistent quality. The combination of premium primers, carefully managed propellant, and precision bullets works together to support the kind of ballistic performance that wins matches and confirms load development. This is factory ammunition built to handload-like consistency standards.

Key Specifications

  • Caliber: .308 Winchester / 7.62 NATO
  • Bullet Weight: 175 grains
  • Bullet Type: Open Tip Match (OTM)
  • Muzzle Velocity: 2600 fps (24-inch test barrel)
  • Muzzle Energy: 2627 ft-lbs
  • Ballistic Coefficient: 0.505 G1
  • Case Material: Brass, boxer-primed
  • Reloadable: Yes
  • Primer Type: Gold Medal primer
  • Rounds per Box: 20
  • Manufacturer Part Number: GM308OTM2
  • UPC: 604544685169

What’s Included

  • 20 rounds of Federal Gold Medal CenterStrike .308 Winchester 175gr OTM ammunition

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CenterStrike and other Federal match loads?

CenterStrike uses a proprietary open tip match design with a sleek profile and exceptionally tight manufacturing tolerances. Federal built this line specifically for long-range precision and competition. The combination of the precision bullet design, Gold Medal primers, and specially formulated propellant creates consistency that matches handload-level quality in factory ammunition.

Can I reload the brass from Federal Gold Medal CenterStrike?

Yes, the ammunition comes in new-production boxer-primed brass that is fully reloadable. Many precision shooters purchase this ammunition specifically for the quality brass, which is essential for developing consistent handloads tailored to their individual rifles.

Is the 175-grain bullet suitable for hunting?

The open tip match bullet is designed for target shooting and competition, not hunting. OTM bullets don't expand on impact and are intended only for paper and steel target applications. For hunting, use ammunition with expanding bullets designed for game.

How does the 175-grain weight perform compared to lighter match loads?

The 175-grain bullet offers superior wind resistance due to its mass and delivers a higher ballistic coefficient of 0.505. While velocity remains the same as lighter match loads in this line, the heavier bullet resists wind deflection better at extended distance and maintains energy retention through transonic boundaries, making it a strong choice for longer-range competition and precision shooting beyond 600 yards.

Additional information

UPC

604544685169

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

GM308OTM2

Bullet Weight (Grains)

175

Caliber/Gauge

.308 / 7.62 NATO

Case Material

Brass

Grains

175Gr

Model

Product Type

Open Tip Match

Shipping Weight

1.2

Units per Box

20

Cost per Round

2.00

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