The Federal American Eagle .357 Magnum 158gr Jacketed Soft Point chambers .357 Magnum behind a 158-grain Jacketed Soft Point (part no. AE357A), a combination built for range use, hunting, and everyday carry. Federal builds this load with the quality control a serious shooter expects from every lot. The exposed lead tip initiates expansion on impact, balancing penetration with energy transfer for dependable performance on game or in the field. It is one of the handgun ammunition options stocked here, chosen for real-world performance rather than shelf filler. It is the kind of .357 Magnum load a shooter can trust without wondering how the next magazine will perform.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .357 Magnum, one of the most widely carried defensive and range chamberings on the market.
• The bullet weighs 158 grains, carrying enough mass to hold energy at extended range.
• The bullet is a 158-grain Jacketed Soft Point, a soft point design.
• The exposed lead tip initiates expansion on impact, balancing penetration with energy transfer for dependable performance on game or in the field.
• Muzzle velocity runs about 1240 fps, translating to more delivered energy on impact.
• Each box holds 50 rounds, covering a solid day of practice without running dry.
• The cases are Brass, reloadable and corrosion resistant for long-term storage.
• At about $0.77 per round, keeping cost predictable across a high-volume practice session.
• The box ships at 1.9063 lbs, a useful reference for flat-rate shipping and bulk order planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast does this .357 Magnum load run? Muzzle velocity runs about 1240 fps from a standard test barrel.

What is this .357 Magnum load built for? With a 158-grain Jacketed Soft Point, it is built for range use, hunting, and everyday carry.

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 50 rounds.

Buy the Federal American Eagle .357 Magnum 158gr Jacketed Soft Point

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