44 Special Buffalo Bore Heavy 180gr JHP 1200 fps – 20rds

Buffalo Bore Heavy .44 Special 180gr JHP is a powerful, American-made +P defensive load designed to deliver maximum energy, rapid expansion, and deep penetration from short-barreled .44 Special revolvers while remaining safe in all standard .44 Special firearms.

• Caliber: .44 Special
• Bullet weight: 180 grains
• Bullet type: Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP)
• Casing: New brass (reloadable, boxer-primed)
• Velocity (avg): 1200 fps (factory muzzle velocity, typically from a 4–6" revolver barrel)
• Muzzle energy: Approximately 575 ft-lbs
• Properties: Hot +P loading for significantly higher velocity and energy than standard .44 Special; controlled, aggressive expansion with excellent weight retention; deep penetration (typically 14–18 inches in ballistic gel); clean-burning powder; very low flash signature; outstanding accuracy; reliable feeding and extraction; heavy recoil typical of Buffalo Bore heavy loads
• Primary function: Optimized for personal defense, home defense, and close-range protection with .44 Special revolvers (e.g., S&W Model 396, Ruger SP101 .44 Special, Charter Arms Bulldog, Rossi 720, or any .44 Special chambering); also safe (with caution) in .44 Magnum revolvers; ideal for users seeking maximum stopping power, reliable expansion, and high energy from the .44 Special cartridge in compact carry guns

A hard-hitting, purpose-built defensive load from Buffalo Bore, widely respected for pushing the .44 Special to its safe maximum while maintaining excellent terminal ballistics and reliability. Excellent for concealed carry, home defense, or situations where .44 Special is preferred over the heavier recoil of .44 Magnum. Made in the USA with premium components and strict quality control. Always verify compatibility with your specific revolver and follow safe handling practices.