Hornady Backcountry Defense JHP DGH Ammunition
- Faster followup
- Increased energy
- Defense ammunition
- Straightline penetration
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In the remote wilderness, there is no 911 and yelling ""Hey bear!"" doesn't always work. Stay at the top of the food chain - Hornady Backcountry Defense handgun ammunition. For those backcountry encounters when a reliable round can be a lifesaver, Hornady introduces Backcountry Defense ammunition. Featuring the DGH (Dangerous Game Handgun) bullet, providing maximum penetration and no deflection, Backcountry Defense delivers peace of mind from your favorite backcountry sidearm.
- Increased Energy: Popular heavy‑for‑caliber bullet options for increased energy from your favorite backcountry sidearm
- Straightline Penetration: Protected point locks the bullet nose to the core to deliver maximum straightline penetration while limiting deflection
- Faster Followup: See the target ‑ unlike hard cast bullets, the jacketed DGH (Dangerous Game Handgun) bullet produces no lead smoke for faster follow‑up shots
- Application: Dangerous Game
| Cartridge | Bullet | Sectional Density | Ballistic Coefficient | Test Barrel | Muzzle Velocity (fps) | Muzzle Energy (ft/lb) | Box Count |
| 44 Remington Magnum | 240 gr DGH | .185 | .205 (G1) | 8" | 1620 fps | 1398' lb | 20 |
| 460 Smith & Wesson Magnum | 300 gr DGH | .210 | - | 4" | 1820 fps | 2206' lb | 20 |
| 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum | 500 gr DGH | .286 | - | - | - | - | 20 |
| 454 Casull | 300 gr DGH | .210 | -.200 (G1) | 4" | 1820 fps | 2206' lb | 20 |
| 357 Magnum | 165 gr DGH | .185 | - | - | - | - | 25 |
| 10mm Automatic | 200 gr DGH | .179 | .199 (G1) | 4" | 1160 fps | 598' lb | 20 |
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