The Hornady American Whitetail 400 Legend ammunition delivers consistent terminal performance for deer hunters seeking reliable knockdown power. This 210-grain InterLock load maximizes the 400 Legend cartridge's straight-wall design advantages in restricted hunting zones.
What Makes This Different
The InterLock bullet construction features a raised ring that mechanically locks the core and jacket together, preventing separation during expansion. Unlike standard cup-and-core bullets that can fragment unpredictably, the InterLock design maintains 90% weight retention for deeper penetration. Factory testing shows consistent expansion from 50 to 300 yards with this 210-grain loading.
Key Features
- 210-grain InterLock bullet with mechanical core-jacket lock ring
- Optimized powder charge for 400 Legend straight-wall cartridge
- Consistent 2200 fps muzzle velocity from 20-inch barrel
- Premium brass cases with boxer primers for reloading
- 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case configuration
- Controlled expansion design for ethical deer harvesting
- Legal for straight-wall cartridge hunting zones
Field performance data shows this load delivering 1,800 ft-lbs of energy at the muzzle with effective range extending to 250 yards on whitetail-sized game. The 210-grain bullet weight provides superior wind resistance compared to lighter 180-grain offerings while maintaining flat trajectory characteristics. Hunters report consistent accuracy from bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered in 400 Legend.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 400 Legend (.400 diameter)
- Bullet Weight: 210 grains
- Bullet Type: InterLock Soft Point
- Muzzle Velocity: 2200 fps (20" barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 1800 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Reloadable brass
- Primer: Boxer-primed
- Packaging: 20 rounds per box
- Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
This ammunition represents proven ballistic engineering specifically tailored for the 400 Legend platform. The combination of controlled expansion and deep penetration characteristics makes it suitable for hunters operating in states requiring straight-wall cartridges while maintaining the stopping power necessary for clean, ethical harvests.