Hornady 375 Cal 300gr DGS

Hornady 375 Cal 300gr DGS

The Hornady 375 Cal 300gr DGS is a specialized monolithic bullet component designed for handloaders and professional hunters demanding deep penetration, controlled expansion, and rugged reliability in .375‑caliber platforms. Weighing exactly 300 gr with a .375‑inch diameter, the 375 Cal 300gr DGS features Hornady’s Dangerous‑Game eXpanding (DGS) copper-clad steel construction, ensuring over 95% weight retention and robust terminal performance on thick-skinned big game such as Cape buffalo, moose, and bear.

The streamlined profile of the 375 Cal 300gr DGS combines a flat-nose ogive with a boat-tail base, optimizing sectional density and in-flight stability. When propelled at velocities around 2,400–2,600 fps in rifles like .375 H&H Magnum or .375 Ruger, the bullet maintains straight, high-energy penetration without tumbling—ideal for reliable shot placement at typical dangerous-game distances of 100 to 200 yards.

Crafted as a rugged one-piece bullet, the 375 Cal 300gr DGS resists fragmentation and jacket-core separation upon impact. Its molecularly bonded copper-clad steel jacket and dense core produce deep, narrow wound channels while maintaining structural integrity through heavy muscle and bone. Hunters report that the 375 Cal 300gr DGS delivers consistently reliable terminal results under extreme field conditions.

The 375 Cal 300gr DGS stabilizes effectively in barrels with twist rates of 1:10 to 1:12 and feeds smoothly in bolt-action, safari-style bolt guns, and single-shot dangerous-game platforms. Its concentric jacket, flat ogive, and consistent bearing surface support accurate seating and reliable feeding—even under adverse conditions. Reloaders value the 375 Cal 300gr DGS for its tight groupings and point-of-impact consistency across various powders and load setups.

Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the Hornady 375 Cal 300gr DGS is sold strictly as a bullet component and must be loaded with appropriate brass, powder, and primers. With strict quality standards on tip alignment, jacket bonding, and weight uniformity, the 375 Cal 300gr DGS stands as a top-tier bonded-core option for hunters requiring ethical, flat‑shooting terminal performance in the demanding .375‑caliber dangerous‑game arena.