Unleash Unrivaled Performance: Federal Premium Terminal Ascent .270 Winchester 136 Grain Ammunition

For the dedicated hunter who demands absolute confidence in every shot, particularly when pursuing formidable big game across vast, challenging terrains, the Federal Premium Terminal Ascent .270 Winchester 136-grain ammunition stands as a pinnacle of modern ballistic engineering. This isn't just another box of bullets; it's a meticulously crafted system designed to solve the critical challenges of long-range accuracy, deep penetration, and consistent, devastating terminal performance. If you're wondering what the best ammunition is for ethical big game hunting, how to ensure clean kills at extended distances, or simply seeking the most reliable .270 Winchester round available, the Terminal Ascent offers a definitive answer.

This ammunition is specifically engineered for hunters targeting animals like whitetail deer, mule deer, elk, moose, and various bear species, where bullet integrity, controlled expansion, and maximum energy transfer are paramount. Whether you're making a precision shot across an open prairie, navigating dense timber, or facing a steep incline, the Terminal Ascent's innovative design ensures your bullet performs exactly as intended, minimizing the chance of wounded game and maximizing your success.

Precision Engineering for Unmatched Downrange Performance

At the heart of the Federal Premium Terminal Ascent's exceptional capability are its groundbreaking design features, each playing a crucial role in its superior performance from muzzle to target.

1. Bonded Construction: The Foundation of Deep Penetration and Integrity

The core of the Terminal Ascent bullet is chemically bonded to its copper jacket. This advanced construction is vital for maintaining bullet integrity upon impact, especially at high velocities or when striking tough bone.

• Why it matters: Unlike traditional bullets that might shed their jackets or fragment prematurely, the bonded core ensures the bullet retains a high percentage of its original weight. This weight retention is directly correlated with deeper penetration, allowing the bullet to reach vital organs even on large, heavily muscled animals or those presenting difficult quartering angles.
• Hunter's Advantage: For the ethical hunter, this means a consistent, wide wound channel that leads to rapid and humane harvests. No more worrying about insufficient penetration on a crucial shot.

2. Patented Slipstream Polymer Tip: Initiating Expansion at Any Range

One of the most innovative features of the Terminal Ascent is its patented Slipstream polymer tip. While many polymer tips are designed primarily for aerodynamics, the Slipstream tip serves a dual purpose: it significantly enhances the bullet's ballistic coefficient (BC) and, critically, initiates expansion even at velocities 200 feet per second lower than comparable bullet designs.

• Aerodynamic Superiority: The sleek, aerodynamic profile of the Slipstream tip dramatically reduces drag, allowing the bullet to retain more velocity and energy downrange. This translates to a flatter trajectory and less wind drift, which are invaluable for accurate long-range shooting.
• Low-Velocity Expansion: This is a game-changer for hunters who might face shots at extreme distances, where bullet velocity has diminished. Many traditional hunting bullets require a certain minimum impact velocity to reliably expand. The Slipstream tip's ability to initiate expansion at lower speeds ensures consistent, devastating terminal performance regardless of the range, preventing pencil-throughs and ensuring a wide, debilitating wound channel.
• Real-World Benefit: Imagine a challenging shot at 400 yards on a large bull elk. With other bullets, you might worry if it will expand properly. With Terminal Ascent, the Slipstream tip guarantees reliable expansion, delivering the necessary energy transfer for a clean kill.

3. AccuChannel Groove Technology: Enhancing Accuracy and Minimizing Drag

Federal's proprietary AccuChannel groove technology is another significant innovation contributing to the Terminal Ascent's pinpoint accuracy. These precisely engineered grooves are strategically placed around the bullet's shank.

• Improved Accuracy: The AccuChannel design reduces the bearing surface of the bullet against the rifle's bore, leading to less friction and more consistent bullet flight. This translates into tighter groups downrange, giving hunters greater confidence in their long-range capabilities.
• Minimized Drag: By optimizing airflow around the bullet, these grooves also contribute to reduced aerodynamic drag, further enhancing the bullet's ballistic efficiency and helping it maintain velocity and energy over extended distances.
• What it means for you: Greater consistency, less variation in shot placement, and a higher probability of making those critical long-distance shots count.

Performance Metrics: A Closer Look

The Federal Premium Terminal Ascent .270 Winchester 136-grain cartridge boasts impressive specifications that underscore its capabilities:

• Caliber: .270 Winchester. A classic, versatile, and highly respected cartridge for North American big game hunting, known for its flat trajectory and adequate power.
• Bullet Weight: 136 Grains. This specific weight is an optimal balance for the .270 Win, providing sufficient mass for energy retention and penetration while allowing for high muzzle velocities.
• Muzzle Velocity: 3000 feet per second (fps). This high initial velocity contributes to a very flat trajectory, simplifying holdovers at longer ranges and reducing the impact of misjudged distances.
• Muzzle Energy: 2718 foot-pounds (ft lbs). This substantial energy ensures a powerful impact, delivering the kinetic force needed for rapid energy transfer and a decisive blow to the target.
• Nickel-Plated Brass Casing: Beyond aesthetics, nickel plating provides several practical advantages. It offers enhanced corrosion resistance, which is crucial for ammunition stored in varying environmental conditions. It also contributes to smoother feeding and extraction from the rifle's chamber, improving reliability during fast follow-up shots. Furthermore, the high-quality brass allows for multiple reloads for those who handload.
• Rounds Per Box / Boxes Per Case: Packaged conveniently with 20 rounds per box and 10 boxes per case, totaling 200 rounds, ensuring hunters have ample supply for practice and multiple hunting seasons.

Elevating Your Hunting Experience: Key Benefits for the Hunter

Choosing the right ammunition is one of the most critical decisions a hunter makes. The Federal Premium Terminal Ascent is designed to instill confidence and enhance success through several key benefits:

• Unparalleled Consistency: From bullet manufacturing to terminal performance, consistency is a hallmark of Federal Premium. This means every shot you take will behave predictably, crucial for shot placement and ethical harvesting.
• Extended Effective Range: The combination of a high ballistic coefficient, the Slipstream tip, and AccuChannel grooves results in significantly less bullet drop and wind drift. This extends your practical hunting range, allowing you to confidently take shots that might be marginal with lesser ammunition.
• Superior Terminal Performance: The bonded core and the low-velocity expansion capabilities of the Slipstream tip ensure reliable, controlled expansion and deep penetration, creating a devastating wound channel that leads to swift, humane kills. This is the cornerstone of responsible hunting.
• Confidence in Challenging Scenarios: Whether facing a large, resilient animal, a difficult quartering shot, or a long-distance opportunity, the Terminal Ascent is engineered to perform without compromise. This builds immense confidence in the field, allowing you to focus on the shot, not the bullet's capability.
• Ethical Hunting: By ensuring reliable expansion and deep penetration, the Terminal Ascent significantly reduces the likelihood of wounded game, aligning with the principles of ethical and responsible hunting.

Answering Common Hunter Questions with Terminal Ascent

Many hunters grapple with questions about ammunition choice. Here’s how Federal Premium Terminal Ascent addresses some of the most common inquiries:

• "What's the best ammunition for ethical big game hunting?" The Federal Premium Terminal Ascent is designed precisely for this. Its bonded construction and reliable expansion ensure maximum energy transfer and deep penetration, leading to swift, humane kills. The focus on consistent terminal performance means you can trust the bullet to do its job, minimizing suffering.
• "How can I improve my long-range hunting accuracy?" Accuracy is a product of shooter skill and ammunition quality. The Terminal Ascent significantly contributes to the latter with its high ballistic coefficient and AccuChannel groove technology, which minimize drag and improve bullet flight consistency. This translates directly to tighter groups and more precise shot placement at extended distances.
• "What features should I look for in a reliable hunting bullet?" Look for a bullet that offers a balance of penetration and expansion. Bonded construction (for penetration and weight retention), a high ballistic coefficient (for long-range performance), and a tip designed for consistent expansion (even at lower velocities) are crucial. The Terminal Ascent embodies all these features.
• "Does bullet design really impact terminal performance?" Absolutely. Bullet design is critical. Simple lead-core bullets can fragment or fail to expand. The Terminal Ascent's sophisticated design – from its bonded core to its patented Slipstream tip – directly dictates how the bullet behaves upon impact, ensuring optimal energy transfer and a devastating wound channel, unlike less advanced designs.
• "Is the .270 Winchester a good cartridge for elk or moose?" While shot placement is always king, the .270 Winchester, especially when loaded with a premium bullet like the 136-grain Terminal Ascent, is indeed a highly capable cartridge for elk and moose within reasonable hunting distances. The Terminal Ascent's deep penetration and reliable expansion enhance the .270's effectiveness on these larger animals, ensuring sufficient energy delivery for a clean harvest.

Investing in Success and Confidence

Choosing Federal Premium Terminal Ascent is an investment in your hunting success and, more importantly, in your commitment to ethical hunting practices. It’s for the hunter who leaves no stone unturned in their pursuit of excellence and responsibility in the field. This ammunition provides the peace of mind that when the moment of truth arrives, your equipment will perform flawlessly, allowing you to focus on the shot and the experience.

For hunters seeking the ultimate in performance, precision, and terminal effectiveness for their .270 Winchester rifle, the Federal Premium Terminal Ascent 136 grain is the unequivocal choice. It’s available for your next hunting adventure at DEGuns.

Product Specifications

Feature	Detail	Purpose / Benefit
Brand	Federal	Trusted, reputable ammunition manufacturer
Series	Terminal Ascent	Elite, high-performance hunting line
Caliber	.270 Winchester	Versatile and powerful big game cartridge
Bullet Weight	136 grain	Optimal balance for energy retention and penetration
Bullet Type	Terminal Ascent (Bonded)	Controlled expansion, deep penetration, weight retention
Muzzle Velocity	3000 fps (feet per second)	Flat trajectory, reduced bullet drop
Muzzle Energy	2718 ft lbs (foot-pounds)	High energy transfer for decisive impacts
Casing Material	Nickel-Plated Brass	Corrosion resistance, smooth feeding, reloadable
Game Type	Big Game	Ideal for deer, elk, moose, bear, and similar species
Application	Hunting	Specifically designed for reliable field performance
Rounds Per Box	20	Standard hunting pack quantity
Boxes Per Case	10	Bulk packaging for convenience and value (Total 200 rounds)
UPC	604544659368	Unique Product Code for identification and inventory
MPN	P270TA1	Manufacturer's Part Number
SKU	121092	Stock Keeping Unit for retail tracking