Barnes Buster Hunting Bullets for Handguns & Lever Rifles 45/70 Gov .458" 400 gr FNFB 50/ct

The Barnes Buster Hunting Bullets for Handguns & Lever Rifles in .45/70 Government .458" diameter, 400 grain FNFB configuration represents a purpose-built round for hunters and shooters who demand deep penetration and consistent performance in medium to large game applications. Designed specifically for lever-action rifles and large-bore handguns, these all-copper bullets deliver the terminal performance required for ethical, effective harvests in hunting scenarios where shot placement and energy transfer are critical. This 50-round box provides the quantity serious handloaders and hunters need for both load development and field use.

Barnes' construction method—featuring a solid copper alloy core with no lead—produces superior weight retention and predictable, deep penetration through dense muscle and bone. The 400-grain mass is engineered to deliver optimal velocity stability in .45/70 Government chamber pressures, generating the kinetic energy necessary for reliable expansion and straight-line penetration. The FNFB (Flat Nose Flat Base) design maximizes powder column space in .45/70 cases while providing a blunt impact profile that enhances energy transfer, making these rounds particularly effective for lever-rifle platforms where velocity may be moderate but bullet construction compensates through sheer mass and terminal ballistics.

Hunters working with classic or modern lever-action .45/70 rifles—including the Marlin 1895 and Winchester 1886 reproductions—will find these bullets deliver the accuracy and stopping power expected from this iconic cartridge. Handloaders who reload for large-bore revolvers in .45/70 or similar wildcats also benefit from Barnes' reputation for consistency and dimensional uniformity. The 3.03 lb box weight reflects fifty individual projectiles, making this quantity suitable for developing accurate loads, testing terminal performance, or maintaining a working stock for regular hunting seasons. Verify your rifle's twist rate and pressure specifications before loading, as .45/70 performance varies significantly between modern and vintage firearms.