Hornady 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded

Hornady 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded

The Hornady 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded is a premium bonded-core bullet component designed specifically for handloaders and dangerous-game hunters demanding maximum penetration, reliable expansion, and structural integrity in .416-caliber cartridges. Weighing 400gr with a .416-inch diameter, the 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded features Hornady’s DGX (Dangerous Game eXpanding) bonded design, where the lead core is molecularly fused to the copper jacket. This prevents separation and delivers consistent terminal performance on thick-skinned, bone-laden game.

The 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded incorporates a flat meplat with a tapered jacket and signature swirl-fluted profile, enhancing stability and ensuring deep, straight-line penetration. With a G1 ballistic coefficient of approximately 0.345, the Hornady 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded maintains effective energy delivery and trajectory reliability even at extended ranges. Ideal for cartridges such as .416 Remington Magnum, .416 Ruger, and .416 Weatherby Magnum, this bullet is a top-tier option for serious hunters preparing for dangerous game environments.

Engineered for optimal performance in rifles with 1:10 to 1:12 twist rates, the Hornady 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded stabilizes reliably and feeds smoothly in bolt-action safari rifles. Its flat-point geometry reduces deflection through brush and bone, while the bonded core preserves over 90% of the bullet’s weight on impact. Handloaders consistently report excellent seating uniformity and sub-2 MOA grouping when pairing the 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded with quality brass and magnum-grade powders.

On large and dangerous game such as Cape buffalo, moose, or brown bear, the Hornady 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded performs with lethal consistency. Its bonded construction allows it to drive through hide, muscle, and bone without over-expansion or fragmentation. Field reports show the 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded excels in shoulder and quartering shots, ensuring ethical takedowns and maximum terminal confidence where failure is not an option.

Each Hornady 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded bullet is manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, under strict quality standards. Sold as a bullet component only, it requires compatible brass, powder, and primers. With uniform weight, jacket thickness, and bonded construction, the 416 Cal 400gr DGX-Bonded offers a reliable solution for reloaders who demand dangerous-game performance in the .416-caliber class.