Barnes Pioneer .44 Remington Magnum 225-grain XPB ammunition (brand part no. 32173) is loaded for the lever guns and revolvers that keep the .44 Magnum relevant a century after its introduction. The XPB bullet is Barnes’ all-copper hollow point, a monolithic design that mushrooms into a wide, uniform profile while holding onto nearly all of its original weight. That combination of massive expansion and weight retention gives the round deeper penetration than lighter-constructed bullets, an advantage on both defensive-caliber game and larger animals taken with a handgun or lever rifle. Loaded to Barnes’ Pioneer-line standards, this .44 Magnum round is a strong fit for our rifle ammunition lineup, serving hunters and revolver shooters who want one dependable load across two very different platforms.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .44 Remington Magnum, a proven cartridge for both lever-action rifles and large-frame revolvers.
• The bullet weighs 225 grains, a lighter-than-typical weight for the caliber that trades bulk for higher velocity.
• The XPB bullet is a monolithic, all-copper hollow point rather than a traditional lead-core design.
• The copper hollow point delivers massive expansion with high weight retention, driving deep, reliable penetration on impact.
• The load is tuned for both lever guns and revolvers, giving one round that works across two .44 Magnum platforms.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, enough for a range session or a hunt without rationing shots.
• A full case totals 10 boxes, or 200 rounds, convenient for hunters who shoot .44 Magnum regularly.
• Cost runs about $2.03 per round, in line with premium all-copper hunting and defense ammunition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What platforms is Barnes Pioneer .44 Magnum built for? It is loaded for both lever-action rifles and large-frame revolvers chambered in .44 Remington Magnum.

What makes the XPB bullet different from a standard hollow point? XPB is a monolithic, all-copper design that expands widely while retaining nearly all its weight for deep penetration.

How many rounds are in a full case? A case holds 10 boxes of 20 rounds each, for 200 rounds total.

Buy Barnes Pioneer .44 Magnum 225gr XPB

Whether it rides in a lever gun’s saddle scabbard or a revolver’s holster, .44 Magnum earns its keep on penetration, and the all-copper XPB bullet is built to deliver it. Pick up a box for the range or a case for the season and put the Pioneer’s terminal performance to work. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.