HSM BEAR LOAD 45-70 350GR JFP 20/25

HSM BEAR LOAD 45-70 ammunition delivers a heavy, flat-nosed bullet engineered for close-quarters hunting where reliable expansion and deep penetration matter most. This round pairs HSM's reputation for consistent, honest ammunition with a 350-grain bullet designed to perform on large game at the ranges where lever guns and scout rifles excel. If you hunt thick timber, brush, or canyon country where shots come fast and close, or you want ammunition you can trust for dangerous game, the BEAR LOAD 45-70 is built for that mission.

The 350-grain JFP (jacketed flat point) bullet is a straightforward design that prioritizes reliable performance over exotic construction. Flat-point bullets in large-bore rifle cartridges are proven stoppers in the real world—they expand consistently at moderate velocities and hold together through heavy bone and muscle. HSM's manufacturing standards mean you get consistent velocities and pressures from round to round, which matters whether you're sighting in for a hunt or running a ladder test at the bench.

Each box contains 20 rounds (packed 25 per outer box), so you get ammunition ready to load into your magazine or work up as a handload reference. The 45-70 Government remains one of the most versatile rifle cartridges ever made, equally at home in a Marlin or a modern bolt gun, and BEAR LOAD gives you a sensible, proven option for hunting applications where a big, slow bullet does the job better than velocity ever could.

Key Features

• 350-grain jacketed flat-point bullet—reliable expansion and deep penetration for large game
• Manufactured by HSM for consistent velocity and pressure lot to lot
• 20 rounds per box (25-round case packaging)
• Suitable for lever-action and bolt-action 45-70 rifles

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifles can I shoot HSM BEAR LOAD 45-70 in?

The 45-70 Government is chambered in lever-action rifles (Marlin 1895, Winchester 1886 reproductions), modern bolt-action rifles, single-shots, and some specialty hunting rifles. Always verify your specific rifle's chamber and any manufacturer restrictions before loading and firing ammunition.

Is 350 grains a typical hunting load for 45-70?

Yes. A 350-grain bullet is a standard choice for 45-70 hunting ammunition. The heavier, slower bullet profile is well-suited to the cartridge's ballistics and is effective for the large game and hunting distances the 45-70 is typically used for.

Can I use BEAR LOAD as a baseline for handloading?

HSM ammunition is a reputable factory reference and can be a useful starting point for handload development, but always consult published reloading data for your specific firearm, bullet, powder, and primer combination, and work up loads carefully and safely.

What's included in the box?

Each box contains 20 rounds of loaded 45-70 ammunition with a 350-grain JFP bullet, ready to fire.