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Federal American Eagle 220gr OTM Subsonic
Heavy subsonic .300 BLK for suppressed shooting. Target-focused OTM load for quiet range work and function testing.
Quick Specs
- Price
- $35
- Weight
- N/A
- Brand
- Federal
- Category
- ammunition
Features
- •220 grain OTM
- •.300 Blackout
- •Subsonic
- •Target-focused
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Federal Premium SUBSONIC .300 AAC Blackout 220 Grain Open Tip Match Centerfire Rifle Ammo, 20 Rounds, AE300BLKSUP2
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Overview
Federal American Eagle Suppressor 300 AAC Blackout 220-grain OTM is a practical path to high-volume subsonic shooting. Built for consistent target accuracy and reduced noise in suppressed firearms, this ammunition gives shooters a factory subsonic load without the premium pricing of expanding defensive ammunition. The 220-grain Open Tip Match bullet is built for stable subsonic target work, helping keep point of impact consistent from shot to shot.
With a muzzle velocity of 1,000 fps and muzzle energy of 488 ft-lbs, Federal's 220gr OTM remains comfortably below the speed of sound throughout its flight path. The clean-burning powder formulation is optimized for subsonic operation, reducing carbon buildup in gas systems and suppressors during extended shooting sessions. This makes it an ideal choice for suppressed training, where high volume shooting demands economical ammunition that won't foul the system or require excessive cleaning.
While the OTM bullet design prioritizes accuracy over expansion, making it the wrong substitute for purpose-built expanding bullets like Hornady Sub-X, it fits its intended role as subsonic training ammunition. The brass cases are non-corrosive and reloadable, adding further value for shooters who reload. For shooters who want to maximize trigger time with their suppressed .300 Blackout rifles, Federal American Eagle 220gr OTM is a known factory subsonic load to test for cycling and point of impact.
Key Features
- 220-grain Open Tip Match bullet for match-grade accuracy
- Muzzle velocity of 1,000 fps maintains subsonic flight
- Muzzle energy of 488 ft-lbs
- Open Tip Match projectile tuned for stable subsonic target work
- Clean-burning powder minimizes fouling in suppressors
- Brass cases with non-corrosive Boxer primers are reloadable
Pros
- +Excellent value pricing for subsonic training ammunition
- +Target-focused OTM accuracy for suppressed practice
- +Clean-burning powder reduces suppressor and gas system fouling
- +Factory subsonic profile is useful for suppressed zero and function checks
- +Widely available at competitive pricing
- +Brass cases perfect for reloading
Cons
- −OTM design not optimized for expansion (training/target use only)
- −Not suitable for hunting or defensive applications
- −Heavier bullet generates more recoil than lighter subsonic loads
- −Limited terminal ballistics compared to expanding bullets
- −Subsonic trajectory drops quickly compared with supersonic .300 Blackout
Detailed Specifications
- caliber
- .300 AAC Blackout
- bulletWeight
- 220 grain
- bulletType
- Open Tip Match (OTM)
- muzzleVelocity
- 1,000 fps
- muzzleEnergy
- 488 ft-lbs
- caseMaterial
- Brass
- primer
- Boxer (non-corrosive)
- intendedUse
- Suppressed training, target shooting, subsonic practice
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