Federal Power-Shok 8mm Mauser 170gr Soft Point Ammo

Description

Federal built the Power-Shok line specifically for hunters who value proven results over premium pricing. This 8mm Mauser load carries on that tradition with a straightforward approach: a solid soft point bullet, quality brass casing, and Federal's consistent manufacturing standards. You get reliable field performance without paying for features you won't use.

Bullet Design and Construction

The 170 grain soft point uses Federal's traditional lead-core construction paired with a soft jacket designed to expand reliably at typical hunting velocities. The soft point profile ensures rapid expansion on game while maintaining enough structural integrity for adequate penetration. This bullet design works equally well on whitetail deer and feral hogs, making it a true general-purpose medium game load.

Performance and Ballistics

At the muzzle, this load runs 2250 feet per second with approximately 1911 foot-pounds of energy. That velocity and energy curve remains flat enough for standard hunting ranges without requiring specialty optics or complex hold-overs. The 8mm Mauser itself is a capable medium game cartridge with deep roots in European hunting tradition, and this Federal load delivers straightforward performance that doesn't disappoint at reasonable distances.

Quality Components and Reloadability

Each round sits in a reloadable brass case with a boxer primer, meaning you can reload these cases if you hand-load ammunition. Federal uses consistent quality control across the Power-Shok line, so you won't see the wide velocity spreads that plague cheaper alternatives. The ammunition is new production and non-corrosive, keeping your rifle in good shape without special cleaning requirements after use.