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Made popular in the 1950s by writer Elmer Keith, the .44 Magnum is a great choice for handgun hunting. It will easily take game such as deer and hogs, and has a wide variety of ammunition choices – making the .44 Mag an excellent cartridge for almost any hunt. Learn More
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  1. Magtech 44 Magnum Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 240 Grain SJSP Ammunition

    $724.99

    9 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJSP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1617 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 1394 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 72.5¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech

Overview of 44 Magnum Ammo

Released in 1956, the .44 Remington Magnum, commonly known as the .44 Magnum, quickly became an iconic and powerful round. Developed by Elmer Keith, Smith & Wesson, and Remington Arms, it was the world’s strongest handgun cartridge for many years. Though modern ammunition has surpassed it in strength, the .44 Mag remains a popular favorite.

The .44 Magnum features a 240-grain bullet with a velocity of 1,350 feet per second and muzzle energy of 971 foot-pounds. It uses a .429-inch lead bullet in a 1.285-inch straight-walled case, with a total length of 1.61 inches and a maximum pressure of 36,000 psi. Designed to prevent accidental loading into older .44 S&W Special revolvers, the .44 Mag can chamber .44 Special rounds, but not vice versa. Originally for revolvers, it is now used in semi-automatic pistols, carbines, and lever-action rifles.


How does .44 Mag Compare to Other Calibers?

Caliber Recoil Pros Cons
357 Less recoil than .44 Mag Suitable for self-defense, easier to handle Less powerful for big game hunting
44 Special Mild, easier to manage Low recoil, good for practice and self-defense Less powerful, limited range
45 ACP Manageable recoil Proven stopping power, versatile for defense Larger caliber, fewer rounds in magazine
460 S&W Significantly higher recoil than .44 Mag Exceptional stopping power, ideal for big game hunting Heavy recoil, expensive ammunition, limited firearm options
454 Casull Higher recoil than .44 Mag Greater stopping power, higher velocity, effective against large game Heavy recoil, expensive ammo, and limited firearm selection

Choosing the Best .44 Magnum Ammo

When selecting .44 Magnum ammo, understanding its ballistics is crucial. This data helps you choose rounds with the right velocity, energy, and trajectory for your needs.

For top-performing options, check out our guide on the best .44 Magnum ammo. It highlights reliable and effective choices for self-defense, hunting, and target shooting.

Read our review of the Hornady Leverevolution .44 Magnum for an in-depth look at its features and performance, making it a top choice for many enthusiasts.


Molly Carter
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Customer Reviews

  • joe liggett said:

    was good at laoding in my 44 Rifle and ejecting, just slow on power

  • dog bone said:

    great ammo perfect

  • The Deacon said:

    I bought this ammo to shoot in our next deer season in my Ruger Super RedHawk, am now hunting groundhogs and shooting targets.This is some nice ammo and will serve it's purpose nicely. When I ordered from ammo.com I was really surprised at how fast the order arrived at my house. I am going to buy more when they get more in stock. you can buy from them with confidence, and they make donations to pro-freedom groups to boot. redhawk

  • Senior said:

    In a time when ammo is hard to find and purchase, ammo.com came through for me. The PMC 44 mag ammo was just what you would expect from a high quality company. The brass was clean, easy to handle and shot straight with no misfires. I will buy more ammo from this site because I know they sell quality products.

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  • B.B. said:

    Makes my lever gun difficult to cycle the lever correctly.

  • DKB said:

    Nice shooting 240 grain mag ammo, comfortable shooting the distance of the range nice placement at 25 yards for a 44 mag. Very effective from a thee inch barrel.

  • bill said:

    Shot about 50 rounds through Ruger super Redhawk. lots of punch, good clean shell. Considering today's prices, good value.