Hornady 45 Cal 480gr DGX-Bonded

Hornady 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded

The Hornady 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded is a heavyweight bullet component engineered for handloaders seeking controlled expansion, deep penetration, and ethical terminal performance in .45‑caliber dangerous‑game platforms. Weighing 480 gr with a .452‑inch diameter, the 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded features Hornady’s DGX (Dangerous‑Game eXpanding) bonded-core design to retain over 90% of its weight while ensuring dependable performance on thick-skinned game like buffalo and bear.

This 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded combines a polymer‑tipped hollow‑point profile with a streamlined ogive and flat base to maximize ballistic coefficient and terminal shock transfer. At typical ranch and dangerous-game distances with velocities around 1,800–2,000 fps, the 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded delivers straight-line penetration, predictable wound channels, and tight shot placement in dense terrain.

Internally, the bonded-core in the 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded mechanically secures the lead core to the jacket, preventing jacket-core separation on impact. This construction ensures consistent expansion and deep penetration through dense muscle, bone, and hide. Field reports from hunters using the 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded confirm reliable terminal performance and ethical harvests across multiple shots.

Stabilized effectively in barrels with typical twist rates of 1:16 to 1:18, the 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded feeds reliably in bolt-action and single-shot big bore rifles. Its concentric jacket and smooth bearing surface promote consistent chambering, tight grouping, and dependable cycling. Handloaders appreciate the 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded for its consistent accuracy and performance across varied powder and primer setups.

Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the Hornady 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded is sold as a bullet component only and must be paired with compatible brass, powder, and primers. With meticulous quality control on jacket geometry, core bond strength, and weight uniformity, the 45 Cal 480gr DGX‑Bonded stands as a top-tier bonded-core choice for hunters demanding serious stopping power, precision, and reliable terminal performance in .45‑caliber bullet applications.