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Description

The DoubleTap .44 Special 240gr Hardcast SWC 20-round box is a great woods load for your .44 Special from DoubleTap. A 240-grain Keith-style SWC hardcast bullet is rated at 920 fps and 451 ft-lbs from a 6.5-inch barrel, and 800 fps from a 2.5-inch Ruger Alaskan. The cartridge uses standard pressure. Each box holds 20 rounds.

Key Specifications

  • The chambering is .44 Special, so confirm it matches the chambering marked on your firearm.
  • Bullet weight is 240 grains, the weight of this hardcast load.
  • The bullet is a Keith-style SWC hardcast, as listed by DoubleTap.
  • From a 6.5-inch barrel the load is rated at 920 fps and 451 ft-lbs.
  • From a 2.5-inch Ruger Alaskan it reaches 800 fps.
  • The cartridge uses standard pressure, per DoubleTap.
  • Each box holds 20 rounds, the quantity listed on the DoubleTap product page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shoot this in any .44 Special? DoubleTap says it uses standard pressure and can be used in any .44 Special that is in good condition.

What bullet does it use? It uses a 240-grain SWC Keith-style hardcast bullet.

How fast is it? DoubleTap lists 920 fps and 451 ft-lbs from a 6.5-inch barrel and 800 fps from a 2.5-inch Ruger Alaskan.

Buy the DoubleTap Hardcast Solid .44 Special 240gr Keith-Style SWC Ammunition, 20-Round Box

A .44 Special woods load with published velocities for a long and a short barrel is a good fit for the revolver you already own. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping and see more handgun ammunition.

Additional Information

Caliber/Gauge

.44 S&W Special

Case Material

Brass

Cost per Round

1.17

Grains

240 gr

Manufacturer

Double Tap Ammunition

Manufacturer Part Number

44S240HC

Model

Hardcast Solid

Product Type

Hard Cast

Shipping Weight

1.21

Units per Box

20

UPC

091037004697