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Federal Fusion ammunition has proven itself in the hunting field for nearly two decades because it does exactly what it promises: predictable expansion, deep penetration, and bullets that stay together when they matter most. The 165-grain .308 Winchester load is the sweet spot for medium-game hunting, offering a balance of velocity, energy, and shot placement forgiveness.
What sets Fusion apart from typical hunting rounds is how the bullet is actually built. Federal starts with a precisely formed lead core, then uses an electrochemical process to plate it with copper, fusing the two at the molecular level. This isn't a traditional cup-and-core design where the jacket is mechanically pressed onto the lead core. Instead, the jacket and core become unified, which means less separation, more reliable expansion, and weight retention that puts down game cleanly. The skived nose design works with this bonding to open predictably across a wide range of velocities.
You're getting 2,700 feet per second with a muzzle energy of 2,671 foot-pounds. The boat-tail profile tightens up ballistics and gives you flatter trajectories out past 200 yards. Field reports consistently show this load grouping tight in tested rifles, with hunters noting clean passes on deer and solid performance on slightly larger game at practical hunting ranges. The 165-grain weight gives you enough sectional density to cut through ribs and shoulder bone without deflecting, yet it's light enough that recoil stays manageable even in bolt guns with lighter actions.
Part of Fusion's reputation comes down to price-to-performance. You get 85 percent weight retention on average, the kind of structural integrity that costs hundreds more per box with some premium lines. It's loaded in reloadable brass, packed 20 rounds per box, and it shoots with the kind of consistency that keeps you confident in your shot.
Fusion uses an electrochemical bonding process that fuses the copper jacket directly to the lead core at the molecular level, creating one unified projectile. Traditional cup-and-core bullets have a jacket mechanically pressed onto the lead, which can separate on impact and reduce penetration. Fusion's bonding prevents that separation, delivering superior weight retention and more reliable performance through bone.
The 165-grain .308 Fusion is purpose-built for medium-game hunting, particularly deer. It carries enough energy to 200+ yards and the bullet construction ensures adequate penetration for ethical placement. Many hunters also use it on larger game with proper shot placement, though heavier weights in the Fusion line are available for elk or larger species.
Yes. Federal Fusion ammo comes in reloadable brass cases with Boxer primers, so brass can be reloaded after firing. The bonded bullet design generates standard pressures similar to other jacketed bullets, making it compatible with standard reloading data.
The Fusion design expands reliably across a wide velocity range, starting as low as 1,800 fps, which means it performs consistently even at extended ranges where velocity drops. The boat-tail profile provides excellent ballistic efficiency and minimal wind drift, keeping shots accurate in variable conditions.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 165 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | .308 / 7.62 NATO |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 2.05 |
| Grains | 165Gr |
| Length | 6.2000 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | F308FS2 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Boat Tail |
| Shipping Weight | 1.25 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 029465097950 |
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