Precision Performance for Modern Sporting Rifles: Federal Fusion MSR 6.8 SPC 90 gr Soft Point

For enthusiasts and hunters who rely on the capabilities of their Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs), selecting the right ammunition is paramount. The 6.8 SPC (Special Purpose Cartridge) has emerged as a formidable choice for hunting medium-sized game, excelling where the popular 5.56mm might fall short in terms of energy and ethical terminal performance. Among the top-tier options available, Federal Premium's F68MSR2 Fusion MSR 6.8 SPC 90 gr Fusion Soft Point stands out as a purpose-built solution designed to maximize the potential of this versatile cartridge.

This ammunition is engineered to deliver reliable expansion, deep penetration, and superior energy transfer, making it an ideal choice for hunters targeting deer, hogs, and other similarly sized animals. It’s not just another hunting round; it’s a meticulously crafted cartridge optimized for the unique demands of AR-style platforms, ensuring consistent feeding, cycling, and most importantly, exceptional downrange performance.

Unlocking the Power of 6.8 SPC with Federal Fusion MSR

The 6.8 SPC cartridge was developed to offer a significant ballistic improvement over the 5.56x45mm NATO, particularly at moderate ranges, while still fitting within the AR-15 platform. It bridges the gap between the smaller 5.56mm and larger, more powerful short-action cartridges, providing a compact yet potent option for hunters and tactical users alike. Federal Premium's Fusion MSR line takes this foundation and elevates it with proprietary bullet technology.

Who is this ammunition for?

• Hunters using AR-15 platform rifles: If you prefer the ergonomics and modularity of an MSR for your hunting expeditions, this ammunition is tailored for you.
• Deer and Hog Hunters: Designed specifically to perform optimally on medium game, ensuring quick, humane takedowns.
• Those seeking consistent terminal performance: Hunters who prioritize reliable expansion and deep penetration shot after shot.
• Shooters valuing accuracy and reliability: MSR-specific primers and propellants ensure consistent ignition and repeatable ballistics.

What problem does Federal Fusion MSR solve?

Many standard hunting rounds are not truly optimized for the unique characteristics of MSRs, such as their shorter barrels or gas systems. Federal Fusion MSR addresses this by providing a cartridge built from the ground up to function flawlessly in these rifles, while simultaneously delivering superior terminal ballistics. It solves the challenge of finding a consistently performing, ethically potent hunting round for your 6.8 SPC MSR, eliminating doubts about accuracy, feeding, or on-target energy.

The Science Behind Superior Performance: Federal Fusion Technology

The heart of the Federal Fusion MSR 6.8 SPC lies in its advanced bullet construction. The 90-grain Fusion Soft Point bullet is a testament to Federal Premium's commitment to innovation and effectiveness in the field. This isn't just a standard lead-core, copper-jacketed bullet; it incorporates unique manufacturing processes that yield a significant advantage.

Key Design Elements and Their Benefits:

1. Molecularly Fused Jacket: Unlike traditional bullets where the jacket is mechanically pressed onto a lead core, Fusion bullets utilize an electro-chemical process to bond the copper jacket to the lead core at a molecular level.
   • Benefit: This creates an incredibly strong, virtually inseparable bond between the core and jacket. The primary advantage here is exceptional weight retention, even through tough hide and bone. This means more energy is delivered deeper into the target, increasing the likelihood of a clean, ethical kill. When the bullet expands, it retains its mass, ensuring a wider, more devastating wound channel.
2. Skived Tip: The bullet features a precisely skived (pre-cut) lead tip.
   • Benefit: This design promotes rapid and uniform expansion immediately upon impact, even at lower velocities commonly encountered at longer hunting ranges. The skived tip initiates expansion reliably, creating a larger frontal area for maximum energy transfer and tissue damage. It’s engineered for predictable mushrooming, ensuring consistent performance on various game animals.
3. Pressure-Formed Core: The lead core itself is pressure-formed, contributing to its consistency and density.
   • Benefit: A uniform core density ensures consistent balance and stability in flight, leading to improved accuracy. It also contributes to predictable expansion characteristics.
4. MSR-Specific Primers and Propellants: The entire cartridge is loaded with components tailored for modern sporting rifles.
   • Benefit: This ensures reliable ignition and consistent chamber pressures within the AR platform's gas system, promoting smooth cycling, minimizing wear and tear, and maximizing ballistic consistency. These optimized components contribute directly to the ammunition's reliability and accuracy, crucial factors when a quick follow-up shot might be needed.

Real-World Performance and Application

When considering ammunition for hunting, several questions immediately come to mind: "How accurate is it?" "Does it expand reliably?" "Will it drop my target cleanly?" Federal Fusion MSR 6.8 SPC provides compelling answers to these questions.

Accuracy You Can Trust:
The precision manufacturing processes, from the molecularly fused jacket to the consistent powder charges and MSR-specific primers, contribute to excellent accuracy. Hunters can expect tight groups, allowing for precise shot placement crucial for ethical hunting. For hunters who practice regularly, this round offers the consistency needed to hone their skills and ensure confident shots in the field.

Terminal Ballistics for Humane Kills:
The 90-grain Fusion Soft Point bullet is engineered for devastating terminal performance on medium game. Upon impact, the skived tip initiates rapid, controlled expansion. The molecularly fused jacket ensures that the expanded bullet retains a high percentage of its original weight, pushing deep through vital organs. This combination of reliable expansion and deep penetration creates a wide, destructive wound channel, leading to rapid energy transfer and quick, humane harvests.

• On Deer: When properly placed, this ammunition delivers decisive results on whitetail, mule deer, and other deer species. The expansion and penetration are calibrated to reliably reach vital organs, even through ribs or other common obstructions.
• On Hogs: Hogs are notoriously tough animals, but the Federal Fusion MSR's robust construction and reliable penetration are well-suited for them. The deep-driving nature of the bonded bullet helps it punch through tough hides and thick shoulder plates, ensuring a potent impact.

Ballistics (Approximate Values for 90 gr 6.8 SPC from 16-inch barrel):

• Muzzle Velocity: Approximately 2,800-2,850 feet per second (fps).
• Muzzle Energy: Roughly 1,550-1,600 foot-pounds (ft-lbs).
• 100-yard Velocity: Around 2,400-2,450 fps.
• 100-yard Energy: Approximately 1,150-1,200 ft-lbs.
• Trajectory: Offers a relatively flat trajectory out to typical hunting distances, making range estimation simpler.

These figures illustrate the significant power this compact cartridge delivers, making it more than capable for common hunting scenarios out to 200-300 yards.

Addressing Common Hunter Inquiries

"Is 6.8 SPC a good caliber for deer hunting?"
Absolutely. The 6.8 SPC cartridge, especially when loaded with a premium bullet like the Federal Fusion MSR 90 gr, is an excellent choice for deer. It delivers ample energy and has a proven track record of ethical kills within reasonable hunting distances, typically out to 250-300 yards. Its ability to fit into the AR-15 platform provides hunters with a light, maneuverable, and high-capacity rifle ideal for various hunting environments.

"What's the best ammunition for hog hunting with an AR-15?"
While "best" can be subjective, the Federal Fusion MSR 6.8 SPC 90 gr is undeniably one of the top contenders for hog hunting. Its bonded construction, reliable expansion, and deep penetration are precisely what's needed to deal with the thick hides and dense bone structure of wild hogs. The MSR-optimized design ensures your AR-15 will cycle reliably, which is a significant advantage when dealing with multiple targets or needing quick follow-up shots.

"How does bonded bullet technology improve hunting performance?"
Bonded bullet technology, as exemplified by Federal Fusion's molecularly fused jacket, fundamentally enhances hunting performance by ensuring bullet integrity. Unlike traditional cup-and-core bullets that can shed their jackets or fragment upon impact, bonded bullets retain their mass. This means:

• Deeper Penetration: The bullet holds together, driving deeper into vital organs.
• Consistent Expansion: It expands reliably and retains its mushroom shape, creating a wider, more effective wound channel.
• Maximized Energy Transfer: By retaining mass and expanding consistently, the bullet transfers more kinetic energy into the target, leading to quicker incapacitation.

This translates directly to more ethical and reliable one-shot stops, minimizing tracking and animal suffering.

"Can I use this ammunition for target practice?"
While designed primarily for hunting, Federal Fusion MSR ammunition is also excellent for target practice, especially if you want to zero your rifle with the same ammunition you intend to hunt with. Its consistency means that practice rounds will closely mimic the performance of hunting rounds, ensuring your zero is accurate for field conditions. However, given its premium construction and cost, many hunters reserve this specific ammunition for actual hunting trips and use less expensive full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds for general range time.

Why Choose Federal Premium and DEGuns?

Federal Premium has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality, reliable ammunition. Their Fusion line is a testament to their innovative spirit, combining cutting-edge technology with practical field performance. When you choose Federal Fusion MSR, you are investing in decades of ballistic expertise and a commitment to ethical hunting solutions.

For purchasing this outstanding ammunition, DEGuns is your trusted source. With a comprehensive selection of firearms, ammunition, and shooting accessories, DEGuns provides a reliable and convenient platform to acquire the Federal F68MSR2 Fusion MSR 6.8 SPC 90 gr Fusion Soft Point. Their commitment to customer service and inventory ensures that hunters and shooters can access the high-performance ammunition they need for their next adventure. All products are available at DEGuns, offering a seamless shopping experience for all your shooting sports requirements.

This 90-grain Fusion Soft Point ammunition (product code F68MSR2) is a testament to Federal's dedication to quality and performance, ensuring that when you pull the trigger, you have the best possible chance for a successful outcome. Whether you're preparing for deer season, managing a hog population, or simply demand the best from your 6.8 SPC MSR, Federal Fusion MSR ammunition is engineered to exceed expectations.

Key Product Specifications and Details

Feature	Description	Benefit
Caliber	6.8 SPC (Special Purpose Cartridge)	Optimized for Modern Sporting Rifles (MSR/AR-15)
Bullet Weight	90 grains	Ideal balance of velocity and kinetic energy
Bullet Type	Fusion Soft Point	Reliable expansion and deep penetration
Construction	Molecularly Fused Jacket, Pressure-Formed Core	Exceptional weight retention and structural integrity
Primer	MSR-specific primer	Consistent ignition, reliable cycling in AR platforms
Application	Medium Game Hunting (Deer, Hogs, Varmints)	Designed for ethical and effective harvests
Quantity	20 rounds per box / 10 boxes per case (200 rounds)	Convenient packaging for storage and transport
Manufacturer Code	F68MSR2	Unique identifier for this specific product
UPC	029465063073	Universal Product Code for easy identification