The Hornady 9153 Handgun Hunter ammunition delivers devastating terminal performance for big game hunting with powerful revolvers. This 460 Smith & Wesson Magnum load features the advanced MonoFlex bullet technology that expands reliably across a wide velocity range while maintaining deep penetration on large game animals.
What Makes This Different
The MonoFlex bullet construction uses a solid copper alloy body with Hornady's patented Flex Tip technology that initiates consistent expansion upon impact. Unlike traditional lead-core bullets that can fragment or fail to expand at lower velocities, the MonoFlex maintains structural integrity while creating massive wound channels. This design delivers 95% weight retention and penetration depths exceeding 18 inches in ballistic gelatin testing.
Key Features
- 200-grain MonoFlex bullet with solid copper construction for maximum weight retention
- Flex Tip technology ensures reliable expansion from 1,200 to 2,400 fps
- Premium brass cases with consistent wall thickness for reliable feeding and extraction
- Low-flash propellant reduces muzzle signature in low-light hunting conditions
- Crimped primer pockets prevent primer migration under heavy recoil
- Ballistic coefficient of .175 maintains velocity and energy downrange
- Lead-free construction complies with non-toxic ammunition regulations
This ammunition excels in hunting scenarios where deep penetration and controlled expansion are critical for clean, ethical kills on large game. The 460 S&W Magnum cartridge generates approximately 1,900 fps muzzle velocity and 1,600 foot-pounds of energy from typical 8.375-inch barrels. The MonoFlex bullet maintains expansion characteristics across temperature extremes and performs consistently in wet or dry conditions.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 460 Smith & Wesson Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 200 grains
- Bullet Type: MonoFlex (solid copper with Flex Tip)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,900 fps (approximate from 8.375" barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 1,600 ft-lbs (approximate)
- Ballistic Coefficient: .175
- Case Material: Premium brass with boxer primer
- Packaging: 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)
- Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing Company
- Country of Origin: United States
Serious handgun hunters recognize the 460 S&W Magnum's capability to take any North American game animal when loaded with premium ammunition. This Handgun Hunter load provides the terminal performance and accuracy needed for ethical shots at extended handgun ranges.