Hornady XTP 44 Cal .430 180GR Hollow Point Bullets - 100 Count Box (Model 44050)
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- Capacity-Rounds:
- 100
- Caliber-Gauge:
- 44 Caliber
- Grain:
- 180
- Quantity:
- 100 Per Box
- Bullet Tip Material:
- Hollow Point
- Core Material:
- Lead
- Jacket Material:
- Copper
- Sectional Density:
- 0.139
- Bullet Diameter:
- 0.43
- Coefficient:
- 0.138
The Hornady XTP 44 Cal .430 180GR hollow point bullets are a proven workhorse for handloaders who demand reliable expansion and deep penetration. Built on decades of real-world testing in hunting, self-defense, and competitive shooting, these 100-count hollow points deliver the kind of ballistic performance that's made the XTP line one of the most trusted handgun bullets across North America. Whether you're loading for a .44 Magnum revolver or semi-auto, these .430-diameter projectiles are engineered to perform across the full spectrum of handgun velocities.
What sets the XTP apart is its deliberate design for controlled expansion. Precise serrations in the jacket divide the bullet into symmetrical segments, strategically weakening the copper gilding metal jacket to initiate reliable mushrooming even at lower velocities. The swaged core ensures uniform density throughout, which means balanced, predictable expansion on impact and consistent in-flight stability shot to shot. Unlike plated bullets with uniform jacket thickness, Hornady varies the jacket thickness along the length of the XTP—a design advantage that gives you expansion you can count on.
The 180-grain weight is a sweet spot for .44 Magnum loads, offering excellent ballistic coefficient without sacrificing velocity. Each bullet ships with a cannelure (on revolver-specific versions) that helps you achieve accurate, consistent crimping—applied before final forming to avoid distortion. The gilding metal jacket protects the hollow cavity nose, ensuring the cavity functions properly on impact and feeds reliably through semi-automatic actions.
This is reloading ammunition for serious handloaders: hunters stocking up for fall season, competitive shooters fine-tuning their loads, and defensive shooters who understand the value of proven, field-tested bullets.
Key Features
- Controlled expansion via precision serrations in the jacket
- Swaged core for uniform density and balanced mushrooming
- Varying jacket thickness (thicker at base, thinner at nose) for predictable performance
- Gilding metal jacket protects hollow cavity and ensures reliable feeding
- Cannelure pre-applied before final forming for consistent crimping in revolvers
- Tested across the full range of handgun velocities
Specifications
| Caliber | .44 Caliber (.430 diameter) |
| Weight | 180 grains |
| Bullet Type | Hollow Point |
| Quantity | 100 bullets per box |
| Jacket Material | Gilding metal (drawn) |
| Core | Swaged |
| Model Number | 44050 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these XTP bullets work in both .44 Magnum revolvers and semi-automatic .44 pistols?
Yes. The gilding metal jacket is designed to feed reliably through semi-automatic actions, and the cannelure on these bullets helps achieve the accurate, consistent crimping needed for revolver loads.
What makes the XTP's controlled expansion different from other hollow point handgun bullets?
Hornady varies the jacket thickness along the length of the bullet to control expansion, whereas plated bullets have uniform thickness throughout. The precise serrations in the XTP jacket divide it into symmetrical sections that strategically weaken to initiate reliable expansion even at lower velocities.
What are these bullets loaded for?
These are unloaded bullets sold as reloading components. You'll use them to handload your own .44 Magnum or .44 Special ammunition by combining them with brass, powder, and primers according to established reloading data.
Is the core lead or lead-free?
The XTP uses a traditional lead core (protected by the gilding metal jacket), not a lead-free composition.
