Buffalo Bore Flat-Nose .460 S&W 360-Grain Centerfire Handgun Ammunition

Buffalo Bore Flat-Nose .460 S&W 360-Grain Centerfire Handgun Ammunition

Product Overview

The Buffalo Bore Flat-Nose .460 S&W 360-Grain Centerfire Handgun Ammunition represents the pinnacle of stopping power for serious outdoorsmen. Designed specifically for dangerous game defense and large animal hunting, this ammunition combines a massive 360-grain hardcast lead flat-nose bullet with Buffalo Bore’s signature high-pressure loading to create what many guides consider the ultimate backcountry protection round. With muzzle energy approaching 3,000 ft-lbs – rivaling many rifle cartridges – this load delivers unparalleled penetration through thick hide, muscle, and bone, making it the preferred choice for Alaskan bear guides, moose hunters, and anyone venturing into predator country.

At the heart of this ammunition’s effectiveness is its LBT-LFN (Lead Bullet Technology – Long Flat Nose) bullet design, which provides superior energy transfer and straight-line penetration compared to traditional round-nose or hollow-point designs. The premium hardcast lead construction ensures near-perfect weight retention, while the large meplat (flat nose) creates devastating wound channels. When combined with Buffalo Bore’s carefully calibrated powder charge, this load achieves an impressive 1,900 fps muzzle velocity from an 8.38″ barrel, generating a remarkable 2,860 ft-lbs of energy – enough to cleanly take the largest North American game or stop charging predators in their tracks.

Benefits

• Deep Penetration: Delivers over 36 inches in ballistic gel, reaching vital organs even on quartering shots through heavy bone.

• Flat-Nose Accuracy: Flat-nose bullet design ensures more consistent accuracy than round-nose bullets at typical handgun hunting ranges (25–75 yards).

• Reliable Ignition: Premium brass cases and sealed primers provide dependable ignition in all weather conditions—critical for safety and performance.

• Consistent Performance: Unlike many magnum loads, Buffalo Bore’s strict quality control ensures consistent velocity and point of impact, shot after shot.

Why Choose This Ammunition?

Selecting this Buffalo Bore load means choosing ammunition trusted by professionals who can’t afford failures. Wildlife officers in bear country, wilderness guides, and experienced handgun hunters all rely on this combination of bullet weight and velocity because it simply works when needed most. The .460 S&W’s versatility allows use in everything from long-barreled revolvers like the Smith & Wesson 460XVR to certain lever-action rifles, giving shooters multiple options for different scenarios. Whether you need protection against coastal brown bears in Alaska, plan to hunt elk in thick timber, or simply want the most powerful handgun ammunition available, this load delivers performance you can stake your life on.

FAQs

Will this stop a charging grizzly?

Absolutely – with 36″+ penetration through muscle/bone, this load meets Alaska Fish & Game standards and is trusted by Katmai National Park rangers for reliable stopping power against large bears. The hardcast flat-nose design ensures deep penetration to vitals even on angled shots.

How’s recoil in lightweight revolvers?

Extremely stout – we strongly recommend using heavier revolvers like the S&W 460XVR (8.38″ barrel) for manageable recoil. Lighter frames make control difficult and may cause flinching with repeated shots.

Can I use this in a .454 Casull?

No – this is .460 S&W ONLY as it operates at higher pressures. Firing in .454 Casull chambers risks dangerous overpressure and firearm damage.

Why choose 360-grain over 300?

The heavier 360-grain bullet delivers 30% deeper penetration – critical for large game and dangerous animals – while maintaining better stability through heavy bone and muscle tissue.