New for 2026: Federal Terminal Ascent Handgun

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posted on January 28, 2026
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Federa TA Handgun New 2026 Ammo

Federal Ammunition has announced its Terminal Ascent Handgun ammunition line, built to deliver accuracy and terminal performance for hunters who carry a handgun into the field. The three handgun-hunting rounds feature a bonded, nickel-plated bullet design to increase weight retention, while a unique elastomer-filled nose cavity reliably expands. The new loads include 10mm Auto 203-grain, .357 Mag. 157-grain, and .44 Rem. Mag. 235-grain.

"Handgun hunters shouldn't have to compromise when it comes to accuracy and terminal performance," said Federal's handgun ammunition product manager, Chris Laack. "Terminal Ascent Handgun delivers the trusted, high-performance Terminal Ascent design in powerful handgun chamberings, giving hunters confidence in the field."

Terminal Ascent Handgun loads feature a bonded bullet design that locks the jacket to the lead core for increased weight retention, while the elastomer-filled hollow-point nose cavity is engineered to expand on a wide range of game. For dependable performance in harsh hunting environments, each cartridge includes a nickel-plated case and bullet, a sealed primer to prevent corrosion, and specially selected propellants to ensure consistent ignition and accuracy in all conditions.

For more information on Federal Terminal Ascent Handgun, visit federalpremium.com.

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