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7mm Backcountry Ballistics Chart
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Federal Terminal Ascent 155 Grain Ballistics Chart
Federal Terminal Ascent 170 Grain Ballistics Chart
Federal Berger Elite Hunter 195 Grain Ballistics Chart
Federal Barnes LRX 168 Grain Ballistics Chart
Federal Fusion Tipped 175 Grain Ballistics Chart
Administrative Note: The information above comes from Federal Premium. Ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and load.
7mm Backcountry Velocity
Muzzle velocity is the rate at which the bullet exits the barrel in feet per second (fps). Typically, a longer barrel produces a higher muzzle velocity, as it gives exploding propellant more time to exert its energy against the bullet’s base.
It’s reasonable to expect a muzzle velocity of 2,850 fps to 3,300 fps from factory-loaded 7mm Backcountry rounds. You can achieve higher velocities when handloading and reloading 7mm Backcountry ammo. However, it’s critical to always abide by SAAMI specs and your reloading manual’s instructions. Also, take note that Federal Premium’s Peak Alloy cases require specific loading dies, as well as more case lube than usual during resizing.
The 7mm Backcountry excels at conserving velocity downrange. A lighter bullet like the 155 grain Terminal Ascent has a muzzle velocity of 3,300 fps; at 500 yards, it lowers only to 2,391 fps. A heavier bullet, like the 195 grain Elite Hunter, has a muzzle velocity of 3,000 fps; at 500 yards, it lowers only to 2,418 fps.
7mm Backcountry Kinetic Energy
A projectile’s energy is measured in foot-pounds (ft-lbs). Muzzle energy is the amount of force a bullet possesses the instant it exits the barrel. Heavier bullets tend to have a higher muzzle energy, but the projectile’s velocity also matters.
When fired from most factory rifles, the 7mm Backcountry will have 3,358 ft-lbs to 3,898 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. It does an excellent job of conserving that energy over long distances. It will still have about 1,723 ft-lbs to 2,532 ft-lbs of energy by 500 yards, depending on the load.
7mm Backcountry Effective Range
The 7mm Backcountry is intended for long-range hunting. Depending on the load you’re firing, you could ethically harvest deer at 700+ yards if you’re a good enough marksman.
When target shooting, this cartridge is accurate out to 1,400+ yards in capable hands.
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