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Hornady Dangerous Game Series (82432) delivers a purpose-built 450-400 Nitro Express load topped with a 400 grain DGX Bonded bullet, engineered for hunters pursuing Africa's Big Five and the world's largest, most dangerous game animals where deep penetration and controlled expansion are non-negotiable.
Key Features
- Part number: 82432
- Caliber: 450-400 Nitro Express
- Bullet type: DGX Bonded (Dangerous Game Expanding)
- Bullet weight: 400 grains
- Muzzle velocity: 2050 fps
- Muzzle energy: 3732 ft-lbs
- Case material: Brass
- Rounds per box: 20
- Boxes per case: 6
- Application: Dangerous and large big game hunting
Special Features
- DGX Bonded construction chemically bonds the copper-clad steel jacket to the lead core, preventing jacket separation on impact with heavy bone, thick muscle, and tough hide
- Bonded core design promotes high weight retention and controlled, limited expansion for a wide, consistent wound channel without bullet breakup
- Brass cases are built to the dimensional standards of classic Nitro Express cartridges, making this load compatible with quality double rifles and bolt-action dangerous game rifles chambered for 450-400 Nitro Express
- The 400 grain bullet weight at 2050 fps delivers 3732 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, providing the raw stopping power required for animals capable of charging even when mortally hit
- Hornady loads this cartridge to the 3-inch case length specification, matching the standard for modern 450-400 NE chambers
Practical Benefits
- The DGX Bonded bullet is engineered for the broadside or quartering-away shot where controlled expansion and rapid energy transfer to the vitals is the priority, making it the go-to choice for the initial shot on dangerous game
- High weight retention through tough hide and heavy bone means the bullet stays on course and reaches vital organs even on the largest African species including buffalo, hippo, and elephant
- Brass cases support reloading for the serious dangerous game hunter or professional hunter who wants to recycle premium brass after a safari
- The Hornady Dangerous Game Series (82432) in 450-400 Nitro Express is sold in 20-round boxes with a 6-box case option, giving outfitters and guides the ability to purchase in volume for extended hunting operations
- This load respects the heritage of the 450-400 Nitro Express as a classic British double rifle cartridge while integrating modern bonded bullet technology for more reliable terminal performance than period-era ammunition
The Hornady Dangerous Game Series (82432) in 450-400 Nitro Express is a proven platform for professional hunters, safari outfitters, and experienced big game hunters who need a modern, dependable load in one of the most respected dangerous game cartridges ever chambered.
| MANUFACTURER | HORNADY |
| CALIBER | 450-400 NITRO EXPRESS |