The Hornady American Whitetail .450 Bushmaster 245 Grain InterLock SP Ammo 82242 is engineered for hunters seeking dependable performance on medium to large game. Featuring Hornady’s InterLock® Soft Point bullet, this round ensures controlled expansion and deep penetration, making it effective for whitetail deer and similar-sized game.
With a muzzle velocity of 2,200 fps and muzzle energy of 2,633 ft-lbs, this ammunition provides flat trajectories and effective terminal performance. The InterLock® ring mechanically locks the core and jacket together, ensuring high weight retention and deep penetration.
Hornady’s carefully selected propellants and primers ensure consistent ignition and performance in rifles chambered for .450 Bushmaster. Packaged in a 20-round box, with bulk cases of 200 rounds (10 boxes) available, this ammunition is proudly made in the USA, trusted by hunters who demand quality and performance.
Manufacturer Specs
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 82242
- Caliber: .450 Bushmaster
- Bullet Weight: 245 Grain
- Bullet Type: InterLock® Soft Point (SP)
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Rounds Per Case: 200 (10 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,200 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 2,633 ft-lbs
- Purpose: Medium to large game hunting
- Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.168
- Sectional Density: 0.171
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features
- InterLock® Soft Point Bullet Design: Provides controlled expansion and deep penetration, ensuring effective terminal performance on medium to large game.
- Optimized for Whitetail Deer Hunting: Loaded with proven Hornady® InterLock® bullets, offering consistent accuracy and performance.
- High-Velocity Performance: Achieves 2,200 fps, providing flat trajectories and effective energy transfer.
- Premium Components: Utilizes select propellants and primers for consistent ignition and performance.
- American-Made Quality: Proudly manufactured in the USA, ensuring high standards of quality and performance.
FAQs
Q: What game is this ammunition best suited for? A: The Hornady American Whitetail .450 Bushmaster 245 Grain InterLock SP Ammo is ideal for hunting medium to large game, such as whitetail deer, black bear, and hogs.
Q: How does the InterLock® SP bullet improve performance? A: The InterLock® SP bullet features a raised ring inside the jacket that is embedded in the bullet’s core, keeping the core and jacket locked together during expansion to retain mass and energy.
Q: Is this ammunition effective for long-range shots? A: While optimized for typical hunting ranges, the high velocity and flat trajectory make it suitable for moderate-range hunting applications.
Q: Can this ammunition be used in all .450 Bushmaster rifles? A: Yes, it functions reliably in all rifles chambered for .450 Bushmaster.
Q: Why shop at Black Bayou Armory? A: At Black Bayou Armory, we provide top-tier hunting ammunition like Hornady American Whitetail, ensuring accuracy, power, and reliability for serious hunters.
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