Hornady 50 Cal 300gr XTP

Hornady 50 Cal 300gr XTP

The Hornady 50 Cal 300gr XTP is a bullet component tailored for handloaders requiring dependable accuracy, deep penetration, and consistent expansion in .50-caliber applications. Designed with a .510-inch diameter and weighing 300gr, this bullet employs Hornady’s eXtreme Terminal Performance (XTP) jacketed hollow-point design, engineered to perform reliably at handgun and rifle velocities alike.

Constructed with a swaged lead core and a precision-formed copper jacket, the 50 Cal 300gr XTP offers uniform expansion and tight group consistency. When launched between 1,600 and 2,200 fps in large-caliber handguns or muzzleloaders, the bullet maintains stable flight, reliable feeding, and controlled expansion across a range of terminal conditions. Its symmetrical cavity and jacket profile are optimized to initiate mushrooming without core-jacket separation.

One of the distinguishing features of the 50 Cal 300gr XTP variant is its ability to maintain accuracy and structural integrity on impact, even when passing through heavy muscle or intermediate barriers. The precise jacket thickness and internal grooves help regulate expansion, ensuring a balance between shock transfer and penetration—crucial for ethical big game harvests and consistent field results.

Compatible with twist rates from 1:20 to 1:24, this bullet is well-suited for .50 AE, .500 S&W Magnum, and various custom big-bore platforms. It functions smoothly in both revolvers and break-action rifles. The 50 Cal 300gr XTP has also found popularity among hunters and silhouette shooters for its repeatable accuracy and flat trajectories within practical engagement distances.

Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the bullet is offered as a component only and must be loaded with suitable powder, primers, and brass. Strict dimensional control and quality testing ensure that each 50-caliber projectile adheres to Hornady’s performance standards. Whether used for hunting large game or for precision shooting at the range, this XTP model provides proven reliability in demanding applications.