308 Win – 175 gr OTM – Federal Gold Medal (GM308OTM2) – 200 Rounds

Federal Gold Medal 175 grain 308 has long been a standard for precision rifle shooters, from service rifle competitors to tactical match shooters. This listing is Federal Premium Gold Medal 308 Winchester 175 grain open tip match ammo, MPN GM308OTM2, sold as a 200 round case.

Federal rates this load at 2,600 fps with 2,627 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. The 175 grain bullet is popular in the 308 because it remains stable through the transonic zone past 800 yards, where lighter 168 grain bullets can lose accuracy. The open tip match design is built for consistent ballistic coefficient and tight groups, and Gold Medal is loaded with match-grade components for low velocity spread. This is a target and competition load. Match bullets are not designed for reliable expansion on game, so pick a hunting bullet for deer or elk.

This ammunition fits rifles chambered in 308 Winchester, including the Remington 700 and 700 PCR, the Savage 10 and 110 Precision models, the Ruger Precision Rifle and Gunsite Scout, the Tikka T3x TAC A1, the Bergara B-14 HMR, the Springfield M1A, and precision AR-10 rifles. A common question is whether a 1:12 twist 308 can stabilize 175 grain bullets. It often can, but a 1:10 or 1:11.25 twist is the more reliable choice for this weight at long range. Another common question is whether 175 grain or 168 grain is better for matches. The 168 grain load is accurate inside 600 yards, while the 175 grain bullet is preferred for longer distances.

Federal GM308OTM2 is new production ammunition, not reloads, made in the USA by Federal in Anoka, Minnesota. It uses reloadable brass cases with boxer primers and is non-corrosive. The case contains 10 boxes of 20 rounds for a total of 200 rounds. One lot lets you build reliable dope at distance and carry it through a full match season, and Gold Medal brass is prized by handloaders.