The Hornady Dangerous Game Series 404 Jeffery ammunition delivers the deep penetration and terminal performance required for Africa's most dangerous game. This 400-grain solid construction provides maximum weight retention and straight-line penetration through heavy bone and dense muscle tissue.
What Makes This Different
Unlike standard hunting ammunition, Hornady Dangerous Game Solid bullets feature a homogeneous copper-alloy construction that maintains 95-100% weight retention. The flat meplat design creates a larger wound channel while the streamlined profile ensures deep, straight penetration even through heavy shoulder bones. Factory testing demonstrates consistent penetration depths exceeding 40 inches in ballistic gelatin.
Key Features
- 400-grain solid copper-alloy bullet construction for maximum weight retention
- Flat meplat design creates wider wound channels and energy transfer
- Premium brass cases with consistent wall thickness for reliable feeding
- Muzzle velocity of 2,300 fps generating 4,696 ft-lbs of energy
- Temperature-stable powder maintains consistent velocities in extreme conditions
- Non-corrosive Boxer primers for reliable ignition
- 20 rounds per box, 6 boxes per case for bulk purchasing
Field performance data shows this load maintains over 2,000 ft-lbs of energy at 200 yards, making it suitable for Cape buffalo, elephant, and other thick-skinned dangerous game at extended ranges. The solid construction eliminates bullet fragmentation concerns when encountering heavy bone structures. Professional hunters and guides rely on this ammunition's consistent terminal ballistics across temperature ranges from -20°F to 140°F.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 404 Jeffery
- Bullet Weight: 400 grains
- Bullet Type: Dangerous Game Solid (copper-alloy)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,300 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 4,696 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Premium brass with Boxer primers
- Packaging: 20 rounds per box, 6 boxes per case
- Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
- UPC: 090255382396
This ammunition represents the gold standard for dangerous game hunting where shot placement and penetration determine success. The proven track record of Hornady's Dangerous Game series makes this the professional choice for serious hunters pursuing Africa's Big Five.