Hornady Dangerous Game Handgun Bullets 10mm .400" 200 gr DGH 50/ct
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The Hornady Dangerous Game Handgun (DGH) bullet in 10mm .400" 200-grain is purpose-built for the serious backcountry shooter who carries a handgun as insurance against worst-case encounters. Heavy-for-caliber 10mm handgun bullets like these maximize the energy your sidearm can deliver, and the DGH's jacketed construction and locked-core design are engineered specifically to punch through heavy cover, resist deflection, and maintain a straight trajectory through tough barriers when a clean, reliable hit matters most.
The Dangerous Game line trades the smoke and complexity of hard-cast projectiles for a cleaner alternative: the jacketed DGH fires without the lead smoke that clouds your sight picture and slows follow-up shots. That clarity matters when seconds count. The protected-point design locks the bullet nose to the core, forcing maximum straight-line penetration rather than tumbling or deflecting off hide, bone, or brush. For handgun hunters, guides, and overlanders working in remote country where your 10mm is your last line of defense, that penetration-first engineering justifies the premium.
Hornady packs these in 50-count boxes, sized for the reloader or hunter who trusts a proven cartridge and wants ammunition tailored to dangerous-game performance rather than generic self-defense specs.
Key Features
- Heavy-for-caliber 200-grain design maximizes 10mm energy and penetration potential
- Jacketed construction eliminates lead smoke for clearer sight pictures and faster follow-up shots
- Protected-point bullet nose locks to core to resist deflection through heavy barriers
- Engineered for straight-line penetration in worst-case backcountry scenarios
- 50 bullets per box for reloaders and handgun hunters
Specifications
| Caliber | 10mm (.400") |
| Weight | 200 grains |
| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket (Jacketed) |
| Product Line | DGH (Dangerous Game Handgun) |
| Box Count | 50 |
| Application | Dangerous Game, Backcountry Handgun |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hornady DGH bullet designed for?
The Dangerous Game Handgun bullet is engineered for backcountry and dangerous-game scenarios where penetration, barrier-breaking performance, and reliable shot placement are non-negotiable. It's built for hunters and outdoor professionals who carry a handgun in remote territory and need ammunition that will perform if things go wrong.
Why choose a jacketed 10mm bullet over hard-cast alternatives?
The jacketed design eliminates lead smoke on firing, keeping your sight picture clear for quicker, more accurate follow-up shots—critical when every second counts. You don't sacrifice performance; the DGH's locked-core construction still delivers the straight-line penetration and barrier-breaking capability hard-cast rounds offer.
Can I reload these bullets?
Yes; these are unprimed brass casings (or component bullets for reloaders). Hornady sells them as component bullets in 50-count boxes for handloaders who want to develop ammunition tailored to their specific 10mm handgun and use case.
What makes the DGH's protected-point design different?
The protected point locks the bullet nose to the core, forcing maximum straight-line penetration and limiting deflection when the bullet encounters tough barriers like heavy hide, bone, or brush. This design prioritizes penetration depth over expansion—exactly what a dangerous-game cartridge needs.
