7mm Backcountry

[ftrovato]

What are peoples thoughts on this new Federal cartridge?

I'm more a traditional cartridge guy but had to try this one out.

It is impressive the velocity that is being realized with short barrels and large for caliber bullets!
And I read that the Federal ammo is doing really well in the accuracy department too.
They are offering ammo with bullets from 155 to 195 grains.

Reloading ammo could get interesting with the new none brass alloy cartridges.
More to come as I learn about that.

As I age, I like the idea of a compact light rifles with punch that can reach out and touch something far off!

I'll keep all abreast as I learn more about the Christensen rifle (16.25" bbl) and this cartridge at the range in the coming months.

I'm looking at 7 pounds for rifle, scope, rings and base. Hard to top that in a mountain gun!

 

[BonUm16]

Thread 'New Federal 7mm Backcountry “Ammunition Reinvented”'

Jan 7, 2025

Federal has been teasing something big was coming. I typically pay no attention to new calibers hitting the market. I can’t think of a single new cartridge in the last 20 years that had any practical impact on hunting. Most ammo development has gone towards extreme long range where the benefits of the latest and greatest aren’t realized until well outside of practical hunting ranges.

However, this one has me intrigued. They claim to produce magnum level velocity out of shorter suppressor friendly barrels with no increase in recoil.

How did they achieve this feat of physics...

• sureshot375
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• Forum: Firearms & ammunition

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[ftrovato]

Thread 'New Federal 7mm Backcountry “Ammunition Reinvented”'

Jan 7, 2025

Federal has been teasing something big was coming. I typically pay no attention to new calibers hitting the market. I can’t think of a single new cartridge in the last 20 years that had any practical impact on hunting. Most ammo development has gone towards extreme long range where the benefits of the latest and greatest aren’t realized until well outside of practical hunting ranges.

However, this one has me intrigued. They claim to produce magnum level velocity out of shorter suppressor friendly barrels with no increase in recoil.

How did they achieve this feat of physics...

• sureshot375
• Replies: 124
• Forum: Firearms & ammunition

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It would seem they achieve this leap forward in physics with new cartridge case alloy that can withstand much greater pressure than brass and then reasonably fast burning powder to get it done in a short barrel.

 

[uplander01]

The industry is ripe with pressure to think up something new that people will want to buy. Seems like the backcountry thing is a sound theory when it comes to the numbers, but, IMO I'd be concerned about what this is going to change with what you need at the reloading bench with that brass, or should I say "not brass". If you're a guy that's going to buy a flat of ammo and just go hunting, probably no big deal. My days of crawling around at high altitude are over, so a super light short suppressed small/medium bore rifle is irrelevant to me, while they are nice to carry, but that's about it.

 

[WoodencrossIII]

I’m glad you made this post I’m waiting just a bit but I’m totally gonna get one of these I’m gonna go the cheap route and buy a savage 110 I like them rifles and they can shoot but to me this is a revolutionary step in cartridge and firearm technology

 

[Sideshow]

Great introduce a cartridge that you can’t reload for so have to rely on the ammo company to keep producing it…..let me think now ummmmmm NO you can keep that one

 

[ftrovato]

Great introduce a cartridge that you can’t reload for so have to rely on the ammo company to keep producing it…..let me think now ummmmmm NO you can keep that one

Dies:

7mm Backcountry Dies

7mm Backcountry Reloading Dies

leeprecision.com

Yes, the Federal 7mm Backcountry cartridge is designed to be reloadable, but it requires specialized dies (like those from Lee Precision and RCBS, working on them) and techniques because of its high-pressure steel-alloy case (Peak Alloy), which differs from traditional brass. While reloading is possible, it involves more steps, and you'll need specific data and tools from partners like Lee, with more reloading information expected from Federal.

Federal Data:

https://www.federalpremium.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-VistaFederalSharedLibrary/default/v68205b7d09a89b7c38f0bded27521a718d8eb7a9/contentDocuments/FP2100-7mm-Backcountry-Reloading-Data-Sheet_web-disclaimer-2.pdf

 

[Sideshow]

Dies:

7mm Backcountry Dies

7mm Backcountry Reloading Dies

leeprecision.com

Reloading Data:

7mm Backcountry Dies

7mm Backcountry Reloading Dies

leeprecision.com

Yes, the Federal 7mm Backcountry cartridge is designed to be reloadable, but it requires specialized dies (like those from Lee Precision and RCBS, working on them) and techniques because of its high-pressure steel-alloy case (Peak Alloy), which differs from traditional brass. While reloading is possible, it involves more steps, and you'll need specific data and tools from partners like Lee, with more reloading information expected from Federal.

Thanks when I looked into it back last January that wasn’t available. Obviously I’m not the only one that had the above thought.

 

[ftrovato]

Thanks when I looked into it back last January that wasn’t available. Obviously I’m not the only one that had the above thought.

Who knows if this cartridge will sustain. Most dont. But it is interesting.

 

[Choupique]

I like it. Centerfire rifle tech has been effectively the same since the late 1800's with minor incremental improvements. A realistic means to handle increased chamber pressure without compromising reliability is a big deal.

 

[MS 9x56]

What are peoples thoughts on this new Federal cartridge?

I'm more a traditional cartridge guy but had to try this one out.

It is impressive the velocity that is being realized with short barrels and large for caliber bullets!
And I read that the Federal ammo is doing really well in the accuracy department too.
They are offering ammo with bullets from 155 to 195 grains.

Reloading ammo could get interesting with the new none brass alloy cartridges.
More to come as I learn about that.

As I age, I like the idea of a compact light rifles with punch that can reach out and touch something far off!

I'll keep all abreast as I learn more about the Christensen rifle (16.25" bbl) and this cartridge at the range in the coming months.

I'm looking at 7 pounds for rifle, scope, rings and base. Hard to top that in a mountain gun!

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I prefer to be up close and personal with my game. Except for bears, I am ok shooting them at 200-300 yards. Gives me plenty of opportunities for follow-up shots. Long distance I take as an affront to my hunting abilities. I prefer to being able to see their eyelashes before I fire.

 

[375Ruger416]

I think it’s great. I’m optimistic it will become popular and have legs. Not much you can’t do with a heavy for caliber 7 mm magnum. Very versatile. If you don’t want a short barrel, get a 24” and enjoy the extra velocity.

If I had an empty space in my gun rack, I’d probably buy one. Maybe in a few years when my kids are ready to step up from their 6.5 CM to something with more recoil