The Federal Premium HammerDown Handgun .357 Magnum 170 Grain Bonded Hollow Point is a lever-gun-focused .357 Magnum load built to cycle smoothly through tubular magazines and side-gate loading systems while delivering hunting-oriented terminal performance from common lever-action barrel lengths.
Key Features
Specifically engineered around lever-action feeding and cycling characteristics for pistol-caliber carbines.
Tuned velocities intended to optimize performance from lever-action barrel lengths commonly used with .357 Magnum.
Bonded hollow point bullet construction is designed to promote controlled expansion and weight retention on impact.
Cartridge geometry is designed to support reliable operation in tubular magazines and typical lever-action feed paths.
Modified, chamfered case design is intended to aid feeding during cycling and loading.
Nickel-plated cases are intended to enhance corrosion resistance and promote smooth feeding and extraction.
Designed in partnership with Henry Repeating Arms for lever-gun application focus.
Specifications
Model number: LG3571
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Bullet weight: 170 grain
Bullet style: Bonded Hollow Point
Muzzle velocity: 1610 fps
Muzzle energy: 978 ft-lb
Velocity: 1523 fps at 25 yd; 1441 fps at 50 yd; 1366 fps at 75 yd; 1296 fps at 100 yd
Energy: 876 ft-lb at 25 yd; 784 ft-lb at 50 yd; 704 ft-lb at 75 yd; 634 ft-lb at 100 yd
Case material/finish: Nickel-plated brass
Package quantity: 20 rounds
Intended use: Big game / hunting (lever-action focus)
Competing Items
Hornady LEVERevolution .357 Magnum hunting loads
Winchester Super-X .357 Magnum Jacketed Soft Point hunting loads
Remington HTP .357 Magnum hunting loads
Barnes VOR-TX .357 Magnum hunting loads
Speer Gold Dot .357 Magnum hunting/defense loads
The Federal Premium HammerDown Handgun .357 Magnum 170 Grain Bonded Hollow Point is a purpose-built .357 Magnum option for lever-action platforms, emphasizing reliable cycling in tubular-magazine systems and controlled terminal performance at lever-gun velocities.
