Federal Gold Medal CenterStrike .308 Winchester 175gr OTM (Federal part no. GM308OTM2) is the heavier CenterStrike load, with a published .505 ballistic coefficient. Federal designed the open tip match bullet for long-range accuracy and consistency, and loads it with Gold Medal primers, brass and specially formulated propellant. It leaves the muzzle at 2600 fps. Choose it for competition, long-range and target shooting rather than hunting.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .308 Winchester, listed by Federal as 308 Win.
• The bullet weighs 175 grains, a heavier weight for better wind resistance.
• The bullet is the CenterStrike open tip match (OTM), a proprietary Federal design.
• Muzzle velocity is 2600 fps, with 2627 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle.
• The ballistic coefficient is .505, Federal’s published figure for this bullet.
• Velocity at 500 yards is 1803 fps, with 1264 foot-pounds of energy remaining.
• The bullet profile is sleek and precision-built, with a high ballistic coefficient design.
• The load is held to Federal’s tightest specifications for accuracy, pressure and velocity.
• The components are Gold Medal primers and brass, with specially formulated propellant.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, and Federal lists the usage as competition, long range and target shooting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 175gr and 168gr CenterStrike? The 175-grain load has the higher ballistic coefficient at .505 and runs 2600 fps, while the 168-grain load runs 2650 fps at .450.

Is it a hunting bullet? Federal lists competition, long range and target shooting. It is an open tip match design.

Is this load .308 Winchester or 7.62 NATO? Federal lists it as 308 Win, the commercial .308 Winchester designation, which is separate from 7.62x51mm NATO.

Buy the Federal Gold Medal CenterStrike .308 Winchester 175gr OTM, 20-Round Box

A heavier bullet buys wind resistance, and this 175-grain CenterStrike is built to hold its energy to 500 yards and beyond. It suits shooters who push distance. Order it with our other rifle ammunition for fast, insured shipping from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop.