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The Federal Premium Cape-Shok .416 Remington Magnum with Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer Solid represents the intersection of Federal's engineering and Jack Carter's legendary Sledgehammer bullet design. Built for hunters pursuing the world's largest and most demanding game, this load pairs bone-crushing penetration with a flat nose that minimizes deflection and drives a deep, straight wound cavity through heavy bone and hide.
The Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer bonds its core to a thick brass jacket—this isn't a hollow point or soft point that expands and fragments. The solid construction ensures maximum penetration regardless of distance or angle, critical when a buffalo or elephant decides to come your way. That flat nose geometry matters too; it reduces deflection and helps the bullet bore straight through rather than angle off course when hitting heavy bone or tough hide.
At 2400 feet per second with 5115 foot-pounds of muzzle energy, the .416 Remington Magnum has proven itself in African hunting fields and Alaskan wilderness for over three decades. The grooved shank on the Sledgehammer improves accuracy across different rifle platforms, helping you make the most of your shot placement. Nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion in extreme conditions—dust, humidity, and salt air won't compromise your ammunition during months of storage or field use. Federal pairs this with Gold Medal primers and specially formulated powder for consistent, reliable ignition.
These aren't range rounds. Twenty per box means every cartridge needs to perform when it matters. The .416 Rem Mag itself fills a distinct role—ballistically flatter than the .375 H&H but with more stopping power reserve than a .338 Lapua for dangerous game applications. Whether you're hunting Cape buffalo in Tanzania, brown bear in Alaska, or elephant in Zambia, the combination of a 400-grain solid and Federal's manufacturing standards gives you the edge serious hunters depend on.
The Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer is a non-expanding solid designed for maximum straight-line penetration through bone and heavy material. Unlike Federal's Trophy Bonded Bear Claw or Swift A-Frame loads that expand for controlled separation, the Sledgehammer maintains its original form throughout its path, making it ideal for thick-skinned dangerous game that demands bone-crushing power regardless of bullet construction.
These are premium hunting rounds designed and priced for field use where performance matters most. While technically you can practice with them, the cost per round makes them impractical for range sessions. Save them for your hunt and practice with more economical options to develop your rifle handling skills.
Yes. The .416 Remington Magnum has been used effectively on elephant, Cape buffalo, hippo, lion, and coastal brown bears since its introduction in 1989. It fills the ballistic gap between the .375 H&H and .458 Winchester Magnum. The key is bullet selection and shot placement, not just caliber. Federal's Sledgehammer Solid is engineered specifically for this role.
Nickel plating improves corrosion resistance and feeding reliability, especially in humid or salt-air environments common on African safaris. While it won't give you infinite storage life, it provides meaningful protection compared to unplated brass if your ammunition will see rough conditions or extended storage periods.
| Caliber/Gauge | .416 Remington Mag |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Cost per Round | 7.20 |
| Grains | 400 gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P416RT2 |
| Shipping Weight | 2.5 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 029465092795 |
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