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7mm Backcountry: Anatomy of a 21st Century Elk Cartridge

Federal’s new 7mm Backcountry produces magnum-like ballistics from a 20-inch barrel thanks to new case and powder technology.

Hardware Review: Federal Fusion Tipped Ammunition

Federal has updated its Fusion ammunition for increased accuracy and performance. Read our review of the high-performing new cartridge here.

Head to Head: 7mm Backcountry vs. 7mm PRC

7mm Backcountry or 7mm PRC? Which 21st century wonder-seven will come out on top in this Head-to-Head examination? Read on to find out.

#SundayGunday: Federal 7mm Backcountry

Today on #SundayGunday, we fire the 7mm Backcountry, a 21st-century centerfire cartridge designed by Federal Ammunition for big-game hunting that delivers the news from a 20-inch barrel.

New for 2025: Federal’s 7mm Backcountry

Federal has released the 7mm Backcountry, a high-speed, high-pressure cartridge designed specifically for use in shorter barreled, suppressed platforms.

An In-Depth Look at 7mm Backcountry

Federal Ammunition set out to create a brand-new 7mm, with an eye toward speed, suppressors and seriously heavy bullets. This pursuit, which has culminated in the 7mm Backcountry, can be encapsulated by three measurements: 20, 170 and 3,000.

Head to Head: 350 Legend vs. 400 Legend

Between the 350 Legend and 400 Legend, which cartridge makes the more sensible choice for hunters, or are the differences negligible? We delve deeper.

Head to Head: 6.5 PRC vs. 26 Nosler

Between the 6.5 PRC and 26 Nosler, which is the better choice for the hunter? We take a look at the pros and cons of each cartridge.

Top 10 Affordable, Quality Big-Game Ammo Loads

These 10 loads offer great performance without breaking the bank.

What to Do When Elk Ignore Your Calls

Shooting a bull as it comes stomping to your calls is an adrenaline rush, surely, but you need to be ready for silence. Here’s how to work your calls on low or mute.

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