America’s 250th anniversary is here, and Federal Ammunition is marking the occasion with a limited-edition lineup built for collectors, shooters and hunters who appreciate both performance and history.
The new 250th Anniversary USA ammunition series includes five commemorative loads across rifle, handgun, shotshell and rimfire categories.
Each load pairs Federal’s proven performance with collectible packaging that honors America’s semiquincentennial and the long-standing role shooting sports have played in the country’s outdoor heritage.
Federal’s American Story
Federal Ammunition has deep roots in American manufacturing. Founded in Anoka, Minnesota, in 1922 by Charles L. Horn, the company grew from a regional ammunition maker into one of the most recognized names in sporting ammunition.
For more than a century, Federal has built shotshell, centerfire and rimfire loads for hunters, target shooters, self-defense users, law enforcement professionals and competitors. That history makes the nation’s 250th anniversary a natural moment for the company to look back while offering something new for shooters and collectors.
Federal 250th Anniversary Ammo Lineup
Federal’s America’s 250th Limited Edition series is part of their new product lineup for 2026 and includes five collectible loads. Each one features special-edition packaging created to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary.
250th Anniversary USA Rifle — 45-70 Government
Load: 45-70 Government, 300-grain jacketed soft point
Velocity: 1,850 fps
This American Eagle rifle load features one of America’s classic cartridges. Long associated with frontier-era rifles and big-bore shooting history, the 45-70 Government remains a favorite among hunters, collectors and traditional rifle enthusiasts.
250th Anniversary USA Rifle — 30-06 Springfield
Load: 30-06 Springfield, 150-grain full metal jacket
Velocity: 2,740 fps
Designed specifically for the legendary M1 Garand rifle, this 30-06 Springfield load connects directly to American military and sporting history. It brings together one of the country’s most iconic cartridges with limited-edition commemorative packaging.
250th Anniversary USA Handgun — 45 Auto
Load: 45 Auto, 230-grain full metal jacket
Velocity: 890 fps
The 45 Auto has been tied to American marksmanship for generations. Federal’s commemorative handgun load gives target shooters and collectors a familiar cartridge in special-edition packaging created for the 250th anniversary celebration.
250th Anniversary USA Shotshell — 12 Gauge
Load: 12 gauge, 2¾-inch, No. 8 shot, 1⅛ oz.
Velocity: 1,145 fps
Part of Federal’s Top Gun target lineup, this commemorative 12-gauge load is built for clay-target shooters who want reliable performance with packaging that marks a historic American milestone.
250th Anniversary USA Rimfire — 22 LR
Load: 22 LR, 36-grain copper-plated hollow point
Velocity: 1,260 fps
Federal’s Champion Rimfire load gives shooters a collectible 22 LR option for target shooting and small-game hunting. The 36-grain hollow point load combines familiar rimfire performance with commemorative packaging tied to America’s 250th anniversary.
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A Collectible Tribute to American Shooting Heritage
Federal’s 250th Anniversary ammo series is more than a packaging update. It is a limited-edition nod to American craftsmanship, shooting traditions and the company’s own long history in the ammunition business.
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From 22 LR to 45-70 Government, the lineup gives hunters, shooters and collectors a way to mark America’s 250th anniversary with ammunition that reflects both performance and patriotism.
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