The Buffalo Bore .44 Magnum 225gr Barnes XPB load (Buffalo Bore item no. 4L20) is an incredibly accurate, full-power, lead-free .44 Magnum loading. Buffalo Bore lists the 225-grain all-copper bullet at 1,400 fps and says its long-for-weight shape uses up the limited powder capacity of the case, which holds the velocity where it is. The maker says it will give adequate penetration for hunting big game species up to about 350 pounds, with only moderate recoil because the bullet weight is relatively light. Velocities come from real firearms, including 1,676 fps from an 18-inch Marlin 1894.

Key Specifications

• Caliber is .44 Magnum, loaded to full power rather than a reduced load.
• Bullet weight is 225 grains, a long-for-weight all-copper bullet for this chambering.
• The bullet is a Barnes XPB all-copper design, which makes the load lead-free.
• Muzzle velocity is published at 1,400 fps, limited by the powder capacity the long bullet leaves.
• Intended use is hunting big game up to about 350 pounds, according to Buffalo Bore.
• Maker-measured velocity is 1,399 fps from a 4-inch S&W Mountain Gun, with 1,475 fps from a 5.5-inch Ruger Super Blackhawk.
• The box holds 20 rounds, a count that fits testing in your revolver or lever gun.

Frequently Asked Questions

What game is this load suited to? Buffalo Bore says it will work great and give adequate penetration for hunting big game species up to about 350 pounds, and that the relatively light bullet only generates moderate recoil.

Why is the velocity 1,400 fps? Buffalo Bore says the long-for-weight all-copper bullet uses up the limited powder capacity of the case and keeps the maker from driving it any faster.

What velocities did Buffalo Bore measure? Buffalo Bore measured 1,676 fps from an 18-inch Marlin 1894, 1,475 fps from a 5.5-inch Ruger Super Blackhawk and 1,399 fps from a 4-inch S&W Mountain Gun.

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