Hornady XTP Mag 50 Cal .500 300 GR Hollow Point Ammo - 50 Rounds
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- Capacity-Rounds:
- 50
- Caliber-Gauge:
- 50 Caliber
- Grain:
- 300
- Quantity:
- 50 Per Box
- Bullet Tip Material:
- Hollow Point
- Core Material:
- Lead
- Jacket Material:
- Copper
- Sectional Density:
- 0.171
- Bullet Diameter:
- 0.5
- Cannelure:
- No
- Coefficient:
- 0.12
The Hornady XTP Mag .500 S&W Magnum 300-grain hollow point bullet is purpose-built for handgun hunters and serious .500 shooters who demand reliable expansion and deep penetration. This 50-round box gives you the same bullet trusted by hunters and competitive shooters for its consistent performance across a wide velocity range—critical when you're dealing with a cartridge as powerful and variable as the .500 S&W Mag. Whether you're hand-loading for hunting big game or pushing the limits at the range, the XTP Mag delivers the kind of accuracy and stopping power that's earned Hornady a reputation in the reloading community.
What sets the XTP Mag apart is its engineered architecture. Precise serrations score the jacket into symmetrical sections, creating predetermined weak points that trigger controlled expansion even when velocity dips. That matters in the .500 because you might be loading for short-range hunting or testing different powders—you need a bullet that expands consistently regardless. The gilding metal jacket is drawn (not plated), meaning jacket thickness varies strategically along the bullet's length to fine-tune expansion. That's a genuine engineering advantage over uniform-jacket designs. The swaged core ensures density uniformity, which translates to balanced expansion and in-flight stability—especially important in a big-bore revolver where bullet runout and concentricity affect accuracy.
The cannelure on these bullets is applied before final forming, so there's no distortion to the finished projectile. That precision carries through to your crimping process, helping you achieve consistent, reliable rounds. The jacket completely covers the nose, protecting the hollow cavity and ensuring the expansion mechanism functions as designed on impact. If you're hand-loading .500 S&W Mag ammunition for hunting or heavy-hitting range sessions, these bullets are engineered for the job.
Key Features
- Controlled expansion via precision-serrated jacket sections that initiate reliably even at lower velocities
- Drawn gilding metal jacket with strategically varying thickness for optimized expansion profile
- No exposed lead—complete jacket coverage protects the hollow cavity and aids feeding consistency
- Swaged core for uniform density, balanced expansion, and stable flight
- Cannelure applied before final forming eliminates distortion and ensures accurate, consistent hand-loaded crimps
- 50 rounds per box for reloaders and hand-loaders
Specifications
| Caliber | .500 S&W Magnum |
| Weight | 300 grains |
| Bullet Type | Hollow Point (XTP Mag) |
| Quantity | 50 rounds |
| Jacket Material | Drawn Gilding Metal |
| Core | Swaged |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the XTP Mag bullet designed for?
The XTP Mag is engineered for hunting, self-defense, and target shooting applications. It's specifically designed to expand reliably across a wide range of handgun velocities and deliver deep penetration on impact.
Will this bullet expand reliably in the .500 S&W Magnum at different loads?
Yes. The XTP Mag's serrated jacket and varying thickness design initiate controlled expansion even at lower velocities, making it suitable for a variety of handloads and hunting scenarios.
Is there exposed lead on this bullet?
No. The gilding metal jacket fully covers the nose, protecting the hollow cavity and ensuring the expansion mechanism functions properly on impact.
What's included and how much do I get?
This is a box of 50 XTP Mag 300-grain .500 S&W hollow point bullets for hand-loading.
