The Hornady Dangerous Game .404 Jeffery 400 Grain DGX Bonded Ammo 82381 is built for serious hunters facing Africa’s most dangerous game. Featuring the DGX Bonded bullet, this ammunition provides controlled expansion, deep penetration, and maximum energy transfer, making it ideal for hunting Cape buffalo, elephants, and other thick-skinned game.
With a muzzle velocity of 2,325 fps and muzzle energy of 4,800 ft-lbs, this round delivers massive stopping power, ensuring deep penetration and controlled expansion to break through bone and thick muscle. The bonded core construction prevents bullet separation, ensuring consistent, devastating terminal performance in life-or-death hunting scenarios.
Hornady’s high-quality brass casings, non-corrosive primers, and meticulously blended powder charges ensure reliable ignition, smooth cycling, and flawless function in bolt-action rifles chambered for .404 Jeffery. 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, safari guides, and experienced marksmen worldwide.
Manufacturer Specs
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 82381
- Caliber: .404 Jeffery
- Bullet Weight: 400 Grain
- Bullet Type: DGX Bonded (Dangerous Game eXpanding)
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Rounds Per Case: 120 (6 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,325 fps (24″ test barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 4,800 ft-lbs
- Purpose: Hunting thick-skinned dangerous game (Cape buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion, etc.)
- Bonded Core for Maximum Weight Retention: Yes
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features
- DGX Bonded Bullet Design: Features a bonded lead core and copper-clad steel jacket, ensuring deep penetration and maximum weight retention.
- Designed for Dangerous Game: Optimized for hunting large, thick-skinned animals such as Cape buffalo, elephants, and rhinos.
- Controlled Expansion: Expands upon impact while maintaining structural integrity, delivering deep wound channels and massive energy transfer.
- Reliable in Harsh Environments: Built for Africa’s toughest conditions, ensuring dependable performance in all hunting scenarios.
- Premium Components: High-quality brass casings, clean-burning powder, and non-corrosive primers ensure dependable ignition and flawless cycling.
FAQs
Q: What game is this ammunition best suited for?
A: The Hornady Dangerous Game .404 Jeffery is perfect for hunting Cape buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion, and other thick-skinned dangerous game.
Q: How does the DGX Bonded bullet improve performance?
A: The bonded core prevents bullet separation, ensuring deep penetration, high weight retention, and effective expansion against the toughest animals.
Q: Is this ammunition suitable for long-range shots?
A: While primarily designed for close to medium-range hunting, its heavy bullet and high energy make it effective at typical dangerous game hunting distances.
Q: Can this ammunition be used in all .404 Jeffery rifles?
A: Yes, it functions reliably in all bolt-action rifles chambered for .404 Jeffery, ensuring smooth feeding and flawless cycling.
Q: Why shop at Black Bayou Armory?
A: At Black Bayou Armory, we provide top-tier hunting ammunition like Hornady Dangerous Game, ensuring reliability, precision, and success in the field.
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