Shooting Wire

Anoka, Minnesota - Fusion® ammunition, the aggressive micro-brand of Federal Cartridge Company, will be adding a 200-grain .338 Federal® offering to its deer-focused rifle ammo lineup, rounding out a popular mix of calibers.

Fusion technology creates a deer bullet of unimagined kinetic force by electrochemically joining pure copper to an extreme pressure-formed core. It releases radically high terminal energy upon impact, radiating lethal shock throughout the target.

The buzz surrounding the edgy positioning of Fusion has proven to be more than just hype. The bullet has proven to be a perfect combination of accuracy and weight retention and is building loyalty among some of the most discerning deer hunters. With a Field & Stream® Best of the Best award under its belt, the process continues to take the Fusion jacket application technology into other ammo categories including handgun and black powder.

Now, the newly released .338 Federal caliber (currently chambered by six major rifle manufacturers) will have a 200-grain (2660 fps) deer-dropping load that delivers Fusion accuracy and impact. This caliber is built on the storied .308 case and features a .338 diameter projectile that provides a noticeable impact advantage.

According to new product development director Drew Goodlin, "The .338 Federal was in need of a good 200-grain bullet offering for deer-sized game. Fusion was a natural choice and has proven to be incredibly accurate and deadly. Our staff and experts in the field have taken game from Africa to Texas and are thoroughly impressed with the overall energy this product brings to target."

For full information on .338 Federal and to see who's currently chambering for it, visit www.federalpremium.com.

About Fusion

Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, Fusion is a sub-brand of Federal Cartridge Company, which has been providing hunters and shooters with high-quality rimfire, centerfire and shotshell ammunition since 1922. It is part of ATK's Ammunition Systems Group. For more information, visit www.fusionammo.com.

About ATK Ammunition Systems Group

Headquartered in Edina, Minnesota, ATK Ammunition Systems Group is a leading supplier of small and medium caliber military ammunition, ammunition propellant, commercial and military smokeless powder, law enforcement and sporting ammunition, ammunition related products and an operator of two U.S. Army ammunition manufacturing plants. The organization employs approximately 5,000 people. More information is available at www.outdoorwriters.atk.com.

About ATK

ATK is a $3.9 billion advanced weapon and space systems company employing approximately 16,500 people in 21 states. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.