Choosing defensive rifle ammunition demands attention to terminal performance, accuracy, and consistency. For duty, home defense, or serious backcountry protection, you want a bullet that expands reliably, maintains weight for penetration, and shoots where you aim.

FEDERAL PREMIUM is built around the immensely popular Barnes TripleShock X. The Barnes all-copper hollow point design groups tightly at long range while delivering predictable, large-diameter expansion on impact. The monolithic construction retains nearly 100 percent of its weight, which translates to deep, reliable penetration, and the grooved shank minimizes barrel fouling while improving accuracy. Shop this product

Design and terminal performance

The Barnes TripleShock X is an all-copper hollow point with a monolithic core. That single-piece construction resists fragmentation and holds mass through barriers, resulting in deep penetration without shedding weight. The hollow cavity promotes uniform, large-diameter expansion, which improves energy transfer to a target while preserving structural integrity. For shooters who prioritize predictable terminal effects, these characteristics make FEDERAL PREMIUM a standout choice.

Grooved shank and cleaning benefits

The grooved shank is a subtle but valuable feature. It reduces surface contact inside the bore, which minimizes copper build-up and helps maintain consistent velocities and point of impact over extended strings of fire. That translates to fewer cleaning cycles and more reliable accuracy from your rifle.

Accuracy, applications, and platform notes

Federal packages this product under the Federal brand with model listings noted as Various to support different chamberings and load weights. While this page does not list a single caliber, the TripleShock X line is known across multiple rifle calibers for tight groups at distance, making it suitable for precision defensive work and upset-distance stopping power where legal and appropriate. Confirm chambering and load specs on the product page before purchasing. View product details and pricing

Value and purchase information

At a price point of $41.99, FEDERAL PREMIUM offers advanced terminal design and accuracy features typically found in premium defensive rounds. The page lists exact options for your rifle and provides a secure path to purchase through the retailer. For those assembling a defensive loadout, this round balances performance and cost effectively.

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