The Hornady Dangerous Game .458 Lott 500 Grain Dangerous Game Solid Ammo 8262 is engineered for maximum penetration and stopping power when facing the toughest and most dangerous game. The monolithic solid bullet, constructed from high-strength brass, ensures straight-line penetration through the thickest hide, muscle, and bone, making it one of the best choices for large-game hunters worldwide.
With a muzzle velocity of 2,300 fps and muzzle energy of 5,872 ft-lbs, this round delivers flat trajectories, bone-crushing power, and extreme weight retention. The flat meplat (bullet tip) enhances stability, ensuring deep, straight wound channels with no deflection, even at high velocities.
Hornady’s high-quality brass casings, non-corrosive primers, and premium powder blend ensure consistent ignition and flawless cycling in bolt-action and double rifles chambered for .458 Lott. Packaged in a 20-round box, with bulk cases of 120 rounds (6 boxes) available, this ammunition is proudly made in the USA, trusted by professional hunters and guides worldwide.
Manufacturer Specs
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 8262
- Caliber: .458 Lott
- Bullet Weight: 500 Grain
- Bullet Type: Dangerous Game Solid (Monolithic Brass)
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Rounds Per Case: 120 (6 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,300 fps (24″ test barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 5,872 ft-lbs
- Purpose: Large and dangerous game hunting (Cape buffalo, elephant, rhino, hippo, etc.)
- Extreme Deep Penetration: Yes
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features
- Monolithic Brass DGX® Solid Bullet: Provides maximum weight retention, extreme penetration, and deep wound channels, making it ideal for hunting thick-skinned dangerous game.
- Flat Meplat Design: Ensures deep, straight-line penetration with no deflection, maximizing stopping power.
- High-Velocity Performance: Achieves 2,300 fps, ensuring hard-hitting, bone-crushing impact energy.
- Premium Components: Brass casings, clean-burning powder, and non-corrosive primers ensure dependable ignition and smooth operation.
FAQs
Q: What game is this ammunition best suited for?
A: The Hornady Dangerous Game .458 Lott is specifically designed for Cape buffalo, elephant, rhino, hippo, and other thick-skinned dangerous game.
Q: How does the Dangerous Game Solid bullet improve performance?
A: The monolithic brass construction ensures zero fragmentation, deep penetration, and consistent straight-line wound channels, providing maximum stopping power.
Q: Is this ammunition effective for extreme-range shots?
A: While the .458 Lott is optimized for dangerous game hunting at closer distances, it offers excellent terminal performance and accuracy for ethical hunting within its effective range.
Q: Can this ammunition be used in all .458 Lott rifles?
A: Yes, it functions reliably in all bolt-action and double rifles chambered for .458 Lott.
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A: At Black Bayou Armory, we provide top-tier dangerous game hunting ammunition like Hornady DGX Solid, ensuring the highest level of reliability, power, and precision for professional hunters.
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