Product Overview
The Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 22-250 Remington 50 Grain JHP delivers the explosive terminal performance and pin-point accuracy that serious varmint and predator hunters demand, all at a price point that keeps you shooting all season long.
- Screaming 3,850 fps muzzle velocity for flat trajectories at long range
- 50 Grain jacketed hollow point expands explosively on impact for quick kills
- Reloadable brass cases let hand-loaders stretch every dollar further
- Federal primers deliver reliable, consistent ignition shot after shot
- Tight quality control ensures uniform velocity and exceptional accuracy
- 50-round box offers excellent value for high-volume varmint sessions
Who This Is For
This load is purpose-built for hunters targeting prairie dogs, ground squirrels, coyotes, foxes, and other varmints or predators at moderate to extended ranges. If you're a dedicated field shooter who burns through ammunition quickly and wants reliable, accurate performance without paying a premium per-round price, American Eagle Varmint & Predator is your go-to choice. It also appeals to hand-loaders who want quality once-fired brass to reload at the bench.
Specifications
| Brand | Federal (American Eagle) |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 22-250 Remington |
| Bullet Weight | 50 Grain |
| Bullet Type | Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3,850 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | ~1,648 ft-lbs |
| Casing Material | Reloadable Brass |
| Primer Type | Federal Boxer Primer |
| Rounds Per Box | 50 |
| Application | Varmint & Predator Hunting |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this ammunition suitable for coyote hunting, or is it best for smaller varmints?
Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator in 22-250 is effective on both smaller varmints like prairie dogs and ground squirrels and medium-sized predators like coyotes and foxes. The 50 grain JHP bullet's explosive expansion delivers quick, ethical kills on coyote-sized game at ranges where the bullet retains sufficient velocity, typically out to 300 yards and beyond depending on conditions.
Will this 22-250 ammo cycle reliably in semi-automatic and bolt-action rifles?
Yes. Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator is loaded to standard 22-250 Remington SAAMI specifications, making it compatible with both bolt-action and semi-automatic 22-250 chambered rifles. The consistent Federal primer and uniform powder charges support reliable feeding and extraction across a wide variety of platforms, from Ruger and Savage bolt guns to AR-style varmint rifles.
Are the brass cases reloadable, and are they boxer-primed?
Yes. Federal American Eagle ammunition is loaded in boxer-primed, reloadable brass cases, making it an excellent choice for hand-loaders. Once fired, the cases can be resized, reprimed, and reloaded multiple times using standard reloading dies, helping you get maximum value from every round you shoot.
