{"product_id":"hornady-450-400-nitro-express-dangerous-game-400gr-dgx-bonded-ammo","title":"Hornady .450-400 Nitro Express Dangerous Game 400gr DGX Bonded Ammo","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eHornady's offering in .450-400 Nitro Express is tailored for the serious dangerous game hunter. Loaded with a 400-grain DGX Bonded bullet, this ammunition strikes a balance between the heavy-for-caliber bullets favored for elephant hunting and lighter, faster options. The DGX Bonded construction ensures the bullet holds together under the extreme pressures of impact with tough hide, muscle, and bone. At the muzzle, this load generates 3736 ft-lbs of energy, providing the stopping power needed for the largest game animals. While primarily designed for dangerous game, this versatile load is also suitable for other large, heavy-boned animals where deep penetration is required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ctable id=\"specifications-table\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white;\"\u003e \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/Hornady\/\"\u003eHornady\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCaliber\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.450-400 Nitro Express\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e400 grain\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Type\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDGX Bonded\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2050 fps\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Energy\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3732 ft lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCase Material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRounds Per Box\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHunting, Dangerous Game\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #666;\"\u003eThe \u003cspan itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHornady 82432 Dangerous Game DGX Bonded 400 Grain .450-400 Nitro Express\u003c\/span\u003e offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eBullet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e400 grain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eHeavy bullet weight for maximum stopping power on large and dangerous game\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eBullet Type\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDGX Bonded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eSpecially designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2050 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eHigh velocity for flat trajectory and increased energy transfer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eMuzzle Energy\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3732 ft lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eTremendous knockdown power for large and dangerous game\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eCase Material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eDurable brass cases for reliable feeding and extraction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Use Cases:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig Game Hunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for hunting large and dangerous game such as elephant, cape buffalo, and rhinoceros in Africa or other big game worldwide.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDangerous Game Defense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides the necessary stopping power for professional hunters and guides in dangerous game territory.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafari Hunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for safari hunts where encountering large, potentially dangerous animals is expected.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Item:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appeals to firearms enthusiasts and collectors interested in classic, powerful cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Range Shooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for long-range shooting applications where power and accuracy at extended distances are required.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003ePros and Cons:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Stopping Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 grain bullet weight provides tremendous energy transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Velocity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2050 fps muzzle velocity ensures flat trajectory and deep penetration.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDGX Bonded Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonded core construction promotes weight retention and controlled expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile for Large Game:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for hunting dangerous African game and large North American species.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass cases and match-grade bullets ensure consistent performance and accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #f44336;\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSignificant Recoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy bullet and high velocity result in substantial felt recoil.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specialized caliber may not be widely stocked by all retailers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium dangerous game ammunition typically comes at a higher price point due to its specialized design and manufacturing processes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFirearm Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a rifle chambered specifically for .450-400 Nitro Express, limiting options.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eAbout Hornady:\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eHornady, founded in 1949 by Joyce Hornady, is a renowned American manufacturer of ammunition and reloading tools. Headquartered in Grand Island, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/laws\/nebraska\/\"\u003eNebraska\u003c\/a\u003e, Hornady has established itself as a leader in the ammunition industry, particularly known for its innovative bullet designs. The company's commitment to quality and performance is evident in products like their Dangerous Game series, which includes the .450-400 Nitro Express ammunition. Hornady's manufacturing facilities in the United States employ state-of-the-art technology to produce high-quality ammunition for various applications, including hunting, self-defense, and competitive shooting. The company is known for its proprietary technologies such as the DGX (Dangerous Game eXpanding) Bonded bullet, designed specifically for large and dangerous game hunting. Hornady's dedication to research and development has resulted in numerous patented designs and has earned them a reputation for producing some of the most accurate and reliable ammunition in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the primary use for the Hornady 450-400 Nitro Express DGX Bonded ammunition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: The Hornady 450-400 Nitro Express DGX Bonded ammunition is primarily designed for dangerous game hunting. It's specifically engineered to provide the power and penetration needed for large, thick-skinned animals such as elephants, rhinos, and cape buffalo. The DGX (Dangerous Game eXpanding) Bonded bullet is designed to offer controlled expansion and deep penetration, making it ideal for these challenging hunting scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the recoil of this ammunition compare to other dangerous game cartridges?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: The recoil of the .450-400 Nitro Express is substantial but generally considered more manageable than larger cartridges like the .458 Lott or .470 Nitro Express. However, recoil perception can vary between individual shooters and rifle configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum effective range for this ammunition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: The maximum effective range is typically considered to be around 150-200 yards for ethical hunting of dangerous game. However, most dangerous game hunting scenarios occur at much closer ranges, often under 50 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What type of rifle is typically used with this ammunition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: This ammunition is typically used in classic double rifles or modern bolt-action rifles chambered for .450-400 Nitro Express. These are usually high-quality, custom or semi-custom rifles designed for dangerous game hunting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the construction of the DGX Bonded bullet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: The DGX Bonded bullet features a copper clad steel jacket bonded to a lead core. This construction ensures the bullet remains intact during high-energy impact and penetration. The bonding process helps maintain weight retention and controlled expansion, which is crucial for deep penetration in large, dangerous game animals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Black Basin","offers":[{"title":"20","offer_id":48338537676900,"sku":"090255824322-20","price":160.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40","offer_id":48338537709668,"sku":"090255824322-40","price":324.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60","offer_id":48509740777572,"sku":"090255824322-60","price":474.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80","offer_id":48338537742436,"sku":"090255824322-80","price":630.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100","offer_id":48509740810340,"sku":"090255824322-100","price":782.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200","offer_id":48509740843108,"sku":"090255824322-200","price":1542.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300","offer_id":48509740875876,"sku":"090255824322-300","price":2261.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500","offer_id":48509740908644,"sku":"090255824322-500","price":3738.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6625\/6996\/files\/50623.jpg?v=1777468745","url":"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/products\/hornady-450-400-nitro-express-dangerous-game-400gr-dgx-bonded-ammo","provider":"Black Basin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}