Product Overview
The Federal HammerDown 35 Remington 220 Grain Soft Point is purpose-built ammunition engineered from the ground up to deliver flawless performance in lever-action rifles, making it the definitive choice for hunters and sportsmen who trust the classic lever gun platform.
- Molecularly bonded soft point bullet engineered for reliable expansion at lever-gun velocities
- Velocity optimized specifically for lever-action barrel lengths and superior terminal performance
- Modified chamfered case mouth ensures smoother, more consistent feeding every time
- Flawlessly compatible with tubular magazines and side-gate loading lever-action systems
- 220-grain projectile delivers heavy, hard-hitting energy ideal for medium to large game
- Industry's only ammunition line truly designed and optimized for lever-action platforms
Who This Is For
This ammunition is an excellent choice for deer hunters, hog hunters, and lever-action enthusiasts who demand reliable cycling, consistent accuracy, and proven terminal performance from their 35 Remington rifles. Whether you're running a classic Marlin 336 or a modern lever gun, Federal HammerDown is engineered to feed, fire, and perform exactly as your rifle was designed to operate.
Specifications
| Brand | Federal |
|---|---|
| Product Line | HammerDown |
| Caliber | 35 Remington |
| Bullet Weight | 220 Grain |
| Bullet Type | Molecularly Bonded Soft Point |
| Muzzle Velocity | ~2,080 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | ~2,114 ft-lbs |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Application | Lever-Action Rifles, Hunting |
| Compatible Magazines | Tubular & Side-Gate |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which lever-action rifles is this ammunition compatible with?
Federal HammerDown 35 Remington is designed to function in any lever-action rifle chambered in 35 Remington, including popular platforms like the Marlin 336 and similar models. Its modified chamfered case and optimized bullet geometry ensure reliable feeding through both tubular magazines and side-gate loading systems without modification.
How does the bonded soft point bullet perform on deer and large game?
The molecularly bonded soft point construction locks the lead core to the copper jacket, promoting deep, controlled expansion upon impact. At the 220-grain weight, this load delivers substantial energy transfer ideal for whitetail deer, feral hogs, and similarly sized game at typical lever-gun hunting distances, generally within 150 yards.
Why choose HammerDown over standard 35 Remington ammunition?
Standard rifle ammunition is often designed around bolt-action barrel lengths and feeding systems. Federal HammerDown is the only line specifically tuned for lever-action rifles, with velocity loads, bullet construction, and case geometry all optimized for the shorter barrels and tubular magazine feeding common to lever guns — resulting in better accuracy, expansion, and cycling reliability.
