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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of 360 Buckhammer

Tuesday, February 14th, 2023

Lonoke, Arkansas – February 7, 2023 – Remington Ammunition is proud to announce that The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute (SAAMI) has announced the acceptance of the groundbreaking 360 Buckhammer as an official new cartridge.

“The acceptance of cartridges by SAAMI is crucial in the process of making new loads legitimate for American hunters and shooters,” said Remington Senior Director of Engineering Jared Kutney. “Whitetail hunters needed a straight wall cartridge that functions flawlessly in a lever action rifle, and we’re thrilled to have 360 Buckhammer accepted by the high standards set by the organization.”

360 Buckhammer’s key features include:
• Ultimate straight wall cartridge
• Accurate & deadly at 200 yards or more
• Easy to shoot with low recoil
• Better performance than 350 Legend or 30-30 Win.
• Muzzle velocity: 2,215-2,400 FPS
• .358 diameter bullets deliver deadly results on-game
• Available in trusted Remington Core-Lokt; 180GR or 200GR
• Multiple lever-action rifle models, including single-shot versions, coming soon

SAAMI allows free access to technical data and drawings for the cartridge and chamber designs, which are posted in the Information and Specifications section of the organization’s website. 360 Buckhammer information can be found here.

Since 1926, SAAMI has created and published industry standards for safety, interchangeability, reliability, and quality, as well as coordinating technical data. The company creates and promulgates technical, performance, interchangeability, and safety standards for firearms, ammunition, and components. SAAMI serves as the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible manufacturing, transportation, storage, and use of these products.

Find Remington ammunition at dealers nationwide and online. For more information on Remington ammunition and accessories, visit www.remington.com.

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One Lucky Person Will Win 14,000 Rounds of Ammo in Brownells Super Barrel V

Wednesday, February 8th, 2023

Brownells Super Barrel V Gives Chance to Win 14,000 Rounds of Ammo

GRINNELL, Iowa (February 8, 2023) -– Brownells Super Barrel V is here, giving Brownells customers their chance to win 14,000 rounds of Winchester 5.56 ammo – a retail value of more than $7,000.

Starting Wednesday, February 8, contestants can enter several different ways at the Brownells Super Barrel page for their chance to win the enormous barrel full of 55 grain FMJ ammunition.

By itself, the ammo weighs as much as 484 12-ounce cans of America’s favorite macro brew, or the equivalent of more than 500 bags of tortilla chips.

A range day with family and friends and this much 5.56 ammo would be way more fun than the biggest tailgate party in pro football history.

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm February 15. Then one lucky winner will be chosen to receive the enormous barrel full Winchester ammunition.

For more information, and a chance to win, visit the Brownells Super Barrel page.

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Remington Announces New PRC Loads in Premier Long Range

Sunday, February 5th, 2023

Lonoke, Arkansas – February 2, 2023 – Remington Ammunition recently introduced Premier Long Range, a new, high-quality line of centerfire rifle ammunition for big game hunting at extended ranges. Featuring Speer’s revolutionary Impact bullet, available for the first time in factory-loaded ammunition, Remington has now announced three new PRC loads that will be available later this year.

“We’ve recently announced a full line of big game ammo with multiple caliber and grain weight options tailored for long-range hunting,” said Kris Carson, Remington Ammunition’s centerfire rifle product line manager. “With the addition of these three PRC loads, hunters can hit the field this season with optimal performance and deadly results.”

New loads coming later this year include:

SKU / Description

R28828 / 6.5 PRC 140 GR Speer Impact

R28829 / 7MM PRC 175 GR Speer Impact

R28830 / 300 PRC 210 GR Speer Impact

Speer Impact’s tough, bonded construction ensures high weight retention for deadly terminal performance on deer sized game and larger at all ranges. The bullet’s sleek construction, tightly tapered shape, boat-tail, rear-adjusted center of gravity and SlipStream™ Tip offers high ballistic coefficients, flat trajectory and extreme accuracy for ultimate long-range hunting performance. Paired with top quality Remington Premier components, the bullet’s aerodynamic design takes your shot to the furthest reaches.

Remington will showcase the new Premier Long Range, along with a variety of new products, at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo from February 2-5, 2023 in Salt Lake City. Attendees are encouraged to stop by booth #2960 to learn more.

Find Remington ammunition at dealers nationwide and online. For more information on Remington ammunition and accessories, visit www.remington.com.

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Speer Ammunition Awarded Contract to Provide Duty Ammunition to the French Police

Tuesday, January 31st, 2023

LEWISTON, Idaho – January 30, 2023 – Speer Ammunition was recently awarded the French Police 9mm duty handgun ammunition contract for Speer 124-grain Gold Dot. The duty handgun contract will supply this agency for up to four years with an expected quantity of 20 million rounds.

“We are extremely pleased with this prestigious contract award,” said Speer’s President Jason Vanderbrink. “It validates the high level of trust the international law enforcement agencies have with our extremely reliable and innovative products.”

The Gold Dot ammunition will be fielded by the French National Police, the National Gendarmerie, Customs Police, and the Penitentiary Administration totaling more than 250,000 individuals.

“The use of Gold Dot technology in this contract ammunition ensures the highest performance threshold and absolute confidence in performance,” said Vice President of Law Enforcement, Government, and International Sales David Leis. “We are proud to produce ammunition that meets and exceeds our customer’s strict requirements.”

Speer Gold Dot has set an industry benchmark for both self-defense and duty use, earning the trust of consumers and law enforcement world-wide. The bullet features a pressure-formed lead core that is bonded to an extremely uniform jacket a single atom at a time that virtually eliminates separation on impact for more retained weight and consistent penetration depths. The Gold Dot hollow-point design expands consistently through a full range of barriers. Reliable ignition and cycling are delivered thanks to sealed primers and nickel-plated brass.

Speer ammunition can be found at dealers nationwide. For more information on all products from Speer or to shop online, visit www.speer.com

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Silencer Central…Proud to Become the Official Silencer of Federal Ammunition

Tuesday, January 24th, 2023

SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota – January 24, 2023 – During the 2023 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central, met with Jason Vanderbrink, president of Federal Ammunition to announce Silencer Central’s commitment as the Official Silencer of Federal Ammunition. This partnership also names Federal as the Official Ammunition of Silencer Central.

“As America’s largest silencer dealer, we are thrilled to partner with Federal, who leads our industry in ammunition technology,” said Maddox. “We’re both in the business of creating dependable, trustworthy products for hunters and shooters alike. This partnership is sure to be a success on multiple levels from providing great content for our consumers to promotional opportunities, co-branded events, conservation support and more. I’m truly excited for what the future holds.”

In the fall of 2022, Silencer Central and Federal Ammunition began partnering to develop first-class content, a special promotion providing Federal’s e-newsletter subscribers an early glance at Silencer Central’s new Banish Backcountry and teamed up on multiple outdoor media events.

In addition to the recent collaboration of marketing efforts, Silencer Central and Federal Ammunition share a common interest in partnering with and supporting conservation organizations. Together, these two powerhouse companies have donated millions of dollars through the years showing their commitment to conservation, education, and our shooting and hunting heritage, and will continue to do so for decades to come.

“We are excited for the opportunity to work so closely with the entire team at Silencer Central,” said Vanderbrink. “A strong partnership with them just makes sense as new products are developed to better serve the shooter and hunter with innovative products.”

Silencer Central delivers silencers directly to consumers in the 42 states where silencers are legal. The shipping process has revolutionized the way suppressors are sold and allows for consumers to streamline their purchasing experience by cutting out unnecessary hurdles to silencer ownership.

For more information visit SilencerCentral.com, or call 888-781-8778.

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SHOT Show 23 – True Velocity to Add Additional Calibers

Monday, January 23rd, 2023

Concentrating on additional military calibers, True Velocity announced during SHOT Show that they are expanding their line of polymer cased ammunition to include 5.56, 338 NM, and .50 BMG.

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Capacity Building for Ammunition Production: Foundation Stone Laid at New Rheinmetall Ammunition Factory in Várpalota, Hungary

Wednesday, January 18th, 2023

The foundation stone has been laid for the new Rheinmetall plant in Várpalota, Hungary, where ammunition for various systems will be produced by the joint venture Rheinmetall Hungary Munitions in cooperation with the Hungarian state. Production of 33mm-medium-calibre ammunition for the Lynx infantry fighting vehicle now being manufactured at the Rheinmetall plant in Zalaegerszeg is scheduled to start in 2024.

In a second phase, production capacity will be expanded and the product range widened to include other ammunition types.

A longstanding strategic partner of Hungary, Rhein¬metall AG will then be able to produce ammunition for the Leopard 2 tank and PzH 2000 self-propelled howitzer at the Várpalota plant. Both of these systems are used by the Hungarian Army. Part of the production is earmarked for the Hungarian armed forces, with some products destined for export.

Full production capacity will be reached in 2025. In addition, Rheinmetall also plans to conduct R&D in Várpalota.

The Group is thus systematically expanding its ammunition production capacity. It recently announced the acquisition of Spanish ammunition maker Expal, which will double its manufacturing capacity in this domain.

Rheinmetall also produces ammunition in Germany, Italy, Switzerland, South Africa, and Australia.

Rheinmetall is an important partner of Hungary, helping the country to achieve its strategic goals and develop its national defence industry. With this plant, Rheinmetall will be able to meet Hungary’s future ammunition needs as well as the growing demand for ammunition from Germany’s other partner countries. In addition to capital expenditure in Várpalota, Rheinmetall has been investing in extra production capacity and a development centre in Zalaegerszeg, where vehicle systems like the Lynx infantry fighting vehicle are being developed and produced, as well as in Szeged.

Furthermore, Rheinmetall announced in May 2022 that it would set up a joint venture with the 4iG Plc and the Hungarian state-owned company HM Electronics, Logistics and Property Management Plc (HM EI Zrt.) to drive forward the digitalisation of the Hungarian armed forces and selected NATO member states. Rheinmetall thus continues to expand its position in Hungary as a capable partner of the Hungarian armed forces. The core objective of the cooperation is to promote digitalisation of the Hungarian armed forces and other NATO countries in Central and Eastern Europe and to develop and supply the necessary digital equipment.

When it is complete, the factory in Várpalota will employ about 200 people. More workers will be needed as the plant grows.

“We need employees in our team with experience in production, quality assurance, purchasing, warehousing and logistics, plant maintenance and administration. We are also specifically looking for professionals who are trained and experienced in handling explosives and ammunition”, declares plant CEO Michael Krebs.

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Browning Ammunition Introduces SUB22 Subsonic Rimfire

Tuesday, January 17th, 2023

ARNOLD, Mo., (January 16, 2023) – Browning Ammunition is now offering a subsonic 22LR ammunition purpose built for use in semi-auto pistols equipped with a suppressor.

The Browning brand continues to expand its ammunition lineup with a brand-new product that is ideal for target shooters and small game hunters using a suppressed pistol. By utilizing SUB22 ammunition, shooters will get more reliable functioning of their semi-auto pistols while also being able to achieve maximum noise suppression. The SUB22 ammunition uses a 45-grain lead round nose projectile traveling at 1060 feet-per-second and is available in a 100-round pack size.

SUB22 ammunition will be available soon at an outdoor retailer or dealer near you. Learn more about the full line of Browning Ammunition at www.browningammo.com.

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