Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II .30-06 Springfield 165 Grain Ammunition: Elevating Your Hunting Performance

For serious hunters and precision shooters, selecting the right ammunition is paramount to success in the field. When the shot counts, and distances stretch, the performance of your chosen round can be the difference between a clean, ethical harvest and a missed opportunity. The Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II in .30-06 Springfield, featuring a 165-grain Swift Scirocco II Boat Tail Polymer Tip bullet, is meticulously engineered to excel in these demanding scenarios, pushing effective range to new extremes while delivering a consistently lethal blow on impact.

This ammunition is specifically designed for hunters who demand superior ballistic performance and reliable terminal effects on medium-sized game. Are you asking yourself, "What's the best .30-06 ammunition for deer hunting at extended ranges?" or "How can I ensure my shot delivers maximum energy and reliable expansion even after a long flight?" Look no further. Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II rounds are crafted to answer these critical questions, providing a unique blend of aerodynamic efficiency and devastating on-target performance that gives you an undeniable edge.

Unpacking the Advanced Technology: The Swift Scirocco II Bullet

At the core of this exceptional round lies the Swift Scirocco II bullet, a masterpiece of modern projectile design. Its distinct features are not merely specifications but functional elements that directly translate to superior performance in the field:

• Proprietary Polymer Tip for Enhanced Ballistics and Reliable Expansion: The Signature Black Tip™ is more than just a visual identifier; it's a key component for ballistic excellence. This proprietary polymer tip serves a dual purpose: it streamlines the bullet's profile, significantly improving its ballistic coefficient for flatter trajectories and less wind drift, and it initiates rapid yet controlled expansion even at lower velocities often encountered at long range. This ensures that the bullet performs as intended, providing maximum energy transfer when it reaches its target, regardless of the distance.
• Advanced Secant Ogive Maximizes Ballistic Coefficient: The secant ogive design, a sophisticated curvature of the bullet's nose, is meticulously engineered to minimize air resistance. This highly efficient aerodynamic profile allows the bullet to retain more velocity and kinetic energy downrange, ensuring that your projectile arrives at the target with ample power for a decisive strike. For hunters engaging game at distances where every foot-second of velocity matters, this design is a game-changer, contributing to predictable flight paths and reduced bullet drop.
• Tapered Copper Jacket Bonded to Lead Core: The bonded construction of the Swift Scirocco II is a cornerstone of its terminal performance. Unlike traditional cup-and-core bullets where the jacket and core can separate upon impact, the copper jacket is chemically bonded to the lead core. This robust bonding prevents core-jacket separation, even through tough hide and bone. The tapered jacket design further facilitates controlled expansion, allowing the bullet to mushroom reliably while maintaining structural integrity. This combination ensures consistent penetration and a large wound channel without excessive fragmentation.
• High Weight Retention at Close Range: While designed for excellent long-range performance, the Swift Scirocco II doesn't compromise on close-range integrity. Thanks to its bonded construction, the bullet exhibits remarkably high weight retention even at high impact velocities. This is crucial for maintaining penetration depth and delivering a substantial blow, preventing over-expansion or fragmentation that can reduce energy transfer on close-in shots. This versatility makes it an ideal choice for hunters encountering game at varying distances within the same hunt.
• Expands Reliably at Low Velocity for Long-Range Terminal Effect: One of the most significant challenges in long-range hunting is ensuring bullet expansion at reduced velocities. The Swift Scirocco II's design, particularly its polymer tip and bonded construction, addresses this directly. It is engineered to expand reliably even when impact velocities drop significantly, which is typical at extended ranges. This means hunters can have confidence that their bullet will perform its vital role of energy delivery and tissue disruption, leading to quick and humane kills, even on those challenging distant shots.

The Power of .30-06 Springfield: A Classic Caliber Perfected

The .30-06 Springfield has long been revered as one of the most versatile and effective hunting cartridges in North America and beyond. Developed over a century ago, its enduring popularity is a testament to its exceptional balance of power, trajectory, and adaptability. When paired with the advanced 165-grain Swift Scirocco II bullet, this classic caliber reaches new heights of performance.

• Versatility for Medium Game: The .30-06 Springfield is an ideal cartridge for a wide array of medium-sized game, including deer, elk, black bear, and antelope. The 165-grain bullet weight is often considered a "sweet spot" for the .30-06, offering a superb balance of speed, energy, and bullet integrity suitable for most hunting applications. Whether you're hunting whitetails in the woods or elk in open country, this combination delivers the necessary power and precision.
• Flat Shooting Trajectory: With a muzzle velocity of 2800 feet per second (fps) and a ballistic coefficient of .450, these Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II loads harness the full potential of the .30-06 Springfield. The high ballistic coefficient, coupled with the impressive velocity, translates into a very flat trajectory, simplifying holdovers and making precise shot placement easier at varying distances. This characteristic is particularly valuable in vast landscapes where range estimation can be challenging.
• Significant Downrange Energy: Beyond mere velocity, the ability of a bullet to carry its energy to the target is paramount. The Swift Scirocco II's streamlined design and high ballistic coefficient ensure that it retains a significant amount of kinetic energy even at extended ranges. This retained energy is critical for delivering a devastating and ethical blow, ensuring deep penetration and expansive tissue damage for quick, humane harvests.

Engineered for Precision and Reliability

Every component of Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II ammunition is selected and manufactured to the highest standards, ensuring reliability and consistent performance shot after shot.

• Premium Brass Casing (Nickel Plated): The use of brass casings is a hallmark of quality ammunition, known for its durability and consistent performance. The nickel plating further enhances these properties by providing superior corrosion resistance and smoother feeding and extraction. This not only contributes to the reliability of the ammunition in various environmental conditions but also prolongs the life of the brass for those who choose to reload.
• Reloadable Components: For the discerning shooter or hunter who enjoys handloading, the high-quality brass casings are fully reloadable. This adds significant value, allowing experienced reloaders to customize loads or simply extend the life of their spent casings, making their shooting and hunting pursuits more cost-effective over time.
• Consistent Manufacturing Standards: Federal Premium is renowned for its stringent quality control. Each round of Swift Scirocco II ammunition is manufactured to exacting specifications, ensuring consistency in powder charges, bullet seating, and overall cartridge dimensions. This meticulous attention to detail translates directly into superior accuracy and dependable performance in the field, giving hunters the confidence they need when that trophy animal steps into view.

Why Choose Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II?

When considering ammunition for your next hunt, the choice often comes down to confidence in performance. The Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II rounds provide that confidence through a synthesis of advanced design and proven results.

• Ethical Hunting: For any ethical hunter, ensuring a quick, humane kill is paramount. The reliable expansion and high weight retention of the Swift Scirocco II bullet contribute directly to this goal, creating effective wound channels and ensuring the energy is delivered where it counts.
• Confidence at Range: Knowing your ammunition will perform consistently across a wide range of distances – expanding reliably at low velocities and retaining integrity at high velocities – allows you to focus on shot placement rather than worrying about bullet performance.
• Versatile Performance: While optimized for medium game, the .30-06 Springfield with a 165-grain Swift Scirocco II bullet offers versatility that can handle unexpected scenarios. Its ability to perform on both closer and farther shots makes it an excellent all-around choice for diverse hunting environments.
• Investment in Success: Investing in high-quality ammunition like Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II is an investment in your hunting success. It minimizes variables and maximizes the chances of a clean, decisive shot, reducing tracking and ensuring a rewarding outcome.

In summary, the Federal Premium Swift Scirocco II in .30-06 Springfield with its 165-grain Swift Scirocco II Boat Tail Polymer Tip is more than just a box of ammunition; it's a meticulously engineered tool designed to extend your effective hunting range, deliver unparalleled terminal performance, and instill unwavering confidence in every pull of the trigger. It embodies the pinnacle of hunting ammunition technology, ready to meet the demands of serious hunters seeking precision and power for medium game.

Product Specifications Table

Feature	Detail
Caliber	30-06 Springfield
Grain Weight	165
Bullet Style	Swift Scirocco
Muzzle Velocity	2800 fps
Ballistic Coef.	.450
Bullet Length	1.350 in. / 34.29 mm
Package Quantity	20
Usage	Medium Game
SKU	P3006SS1
UPC	604544656053