The Hornady Outfitter 7mm Short Magnum (WSM) 150-grain CX Monolithic Lead-Free 20-round box is a premier centerfire rifle cartridge engineered specifically for mountain hunting, elk, moose, brown bear, and big game in wet or harsh wilderness environments. A primary failure point when hunting tough, heavy-boned game with conventional jacketed bullets is core-jacket separation and structural disintegration upon striking shoulder bone, which dramatically degrades penetration depth. Hornady eliminates this terminal weakness by pairing a monolithic copper alloy projectile with sealed, weatherproofed cases, guaranteeing 95%+ weight retention and deep, straight-line penetration through heavy muscle and bone.
The technical advantage focuses on structural mechanical integrity combined with aerodynamic downrange efficiency. Launching its 150-grain monolithic payload at a powerful muzzle velocity of 3,050 FPS, this load leverages an aerodynamic 0.455 G1 Ballistic Coefficient (BC) to flatten trajectories and minimize wind deflection across mountain valleys. Mechanically, the Copper Alloy eXpanding (CX) bullet features a heat-resistant polymer tip that initiates controlled expansion upon impact, driving the solid copper alloy shank through thick hide and dense skeletal structure without fragmenting or shedding mass.
Slinging its 150-grain CX lead-free bullet at 3,050 FPS, this short-magnum load is optimized for flawless performance in bolt-action mountain rifles. Assembled in premium nickel-plated brass cases, the slick exterior lowers friction against chamber walls for smooth feeding and effortless mechanical extraction, while actively resisting corrosion caused by rain, snow, and moisture. Sealed at both the primer pocket and case mouth with waterproof sealant, this load protects against moisture intrusion to ensure consistent ignition and stable chamber pressures in extreme climates.
Key Benefits
- CX Monolithic Copper Alloy Bullet: Eliminates core-jacket separation, retaining over 95% weight for deep vital penetration on big game.
- Aerodynamic Heat Shield Polymer Tip: Initiates controlled expansion while maintaining a 0.455 G1 BC for flat long-range trajectories.
- Watertight Sealed Construction: Sealed primer pockets and case mouths protect against water intrusion and misfires in rain or snow.
- Nickel-Plated Brass Casings: Resists corrosion and lowers chamber friction for effortless loading and positive extraction.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: 7mm WSM | 3,050 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 0.455 G1 Ballistic Coefficient | Mountain Big Game Profile
- Projectile: 150 Grain | CX (Copper Alloy eXpanding) Monolithic Alloy | Heat-Resistant Polymer Tip | Lead-Free
- Case/Primer: Premium Nickel-Plated Brass Case | Sealed Waterproof Non-Corrosive Primer | Temperature-Stable Propellant
- Logistics: 20 Rounds Per Box | Hornady Outfitter Series
- Dimensions: 7mm WSM Geometry | Bolt-Action Big Game Rifle Configuration | SKU: 805514
- Application: Big Game Hunting, Elk, Moose, Bear, Mountain Hunting, and Lead-Restricted Areas
- Standards: Non-Toxic Lead-Free Compliant | SAAMI Compliant | Big Game Hunting Benchmarks
When conditions are unpredictable and dependable ammunition matters most, Hornady Outfitter 7mm WSM 150gr CX delivers the penetration, weather resistance, and consistency serious hunters expect. Order yours today from SMKW, your trusted source for premium hunting ammunition and outdoor gear.
