The Hornady Handgun Hunter .460 S&W Magnum 200-grain MonoFlex Lead-Free 20-round box is a premier centerfire handgun hunting cartridge engineered specifically for big game, elk, brown bear, and moose hunting with large-frame revolvers and single-shot hunting handguns. A primary friction point when driving conventional jacketed handgun bullets at extreme .460 S&W Magnum velocities is jacket-core separation and projectile fragmentation upon striking heavy shoulder bone, which drastically limits penetration depth. Hornady eliminates this terminal failure mode by constructing the projectile from a solid, homogeneous copper alloy, guaranteeing over 95% weight retention and deep, straight-line penetration through dense tissue and bone.
The technical advantage focuses on pairing monolithic copper body strength with a flexible elastomer nose insertion to force rapid expansion at high handgun velocities. Launching its 200-grain MonoFlex bullet at a blistering muzzle velocity of 2,150 FPS and churning out 2,053 ft-lbs of energy, this load provides flat trajectories and hard-hitting knockdown power. Mechanically, the open cavity features a supple elastomer plug that compresses instantly upon impact, forcing the surrounding copper walls outward into a wide, uniform mushroom pattern faster than standard hollow points while preventing cavity clogging from hide and heavy winter hair.
Slinging its 200-grain MonoFlex solid bullet at 2,150 FPS, this specialized heavy-magnum cartridge is optimized for flawless mechanical function across modern heavy-frame revolvers and single-shot hunting handguns. Assembled in premium reloadable brass cases fitted with sensitive non-corrosive Boxer primers and matched, clean-burning propellants, it maintains stable chamber pressure curves and reliable ignition. The smooth brass case surface and lead-free bullet profile prevent bore lead fouling and ensure smooth cylinder cycling and effortless extraction in tough field environments.
Key Benefits
- Solid Copper Alloy MonoFlex Construction: Eliminates core-jacket separation to retain over 95% weight for deep vital-zone penetration.
- Elastomer-Filled Cavity Initiator: Compresses on impact to trigger rapid, reliable expansion without clogging on hide or tissue.
- Blistering 2,150 FPS Performance: Generates 2,053 ft-lbs of muzzle energy for flat trajectories and devastating terminal energy transfer.
- 100% Non-Toxic Lead-Free Design: Fully compliant with non-toxic hunting regulations without sacrificing structural mass or expansion.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .460 S&W Magnum | 2,150 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 2,053 ft-lbs Muzzle Energy | Heavy Handgun Hunting Profile
- Projectile: 200 Grain | MonoFlex Solid Copper Alloy Hollow Point | Compression Elastomer Tip | Lead-Free
- Case/Primer: Premium Reloadable Virgin Brass Case | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed | Clean-Burning Propellant
- Logistics: 20 Rounds Per Box | Hornady Handgun Hunter Series
- Dimensions: .460 S&W Mag Geometry | Heavy Revolver & Single-Shot Pistol Configuration | SKU: 9153
- Application: Big Game Hunting, Elk, Bear, Moose, Medium Game, and Lead-Restricted Areas
- Standards: Non-Toxic Lead-Free Compliant | SAAMI Compliant | Match-Grade Factory Quality Benchmarks
When hunting demands deep penetration, reliable expansion, and lead-free compliance, Hornady Handgun Hunter .460 S&W Magnum 200 Grain MonoFlex ammunition delivers the terminal performance experienced handgun hunters depend on. Order your 20-round box today from SMKW, your trusted source for premium hunting ammunition, outdoor gear, and shooting essentials.
