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Cowboy action shooters typically enjoy the .44-40, but it was initially a popular cartridge among real cowboys in the late 1800s. During its peak in the early 19th century, pistols and rifles were chambered in .44-40, making ammo management much easier. Learn More
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  1. Hornady 44-40 Win Ammo - 20 Rounds of 205 Grain LFN Ammunition

    $25.99

    5 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LFN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 725 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 239 ft lbs
    • 20 Rounds
    • $1.3 per round
    • Made by Hornady

Overview of 44-40 Ammo

Introduced in 1873, the .44-40 (also known as the .44 Winchester Center Fire, .44 Winchester, or .44 Largo) was used on the frontier by adventure seekers heading West. The cartridge was developed by Winchester ammo, which remains one of the most recognized names in American firearms and ammunition to this day.

How Does The 44-40 Compare To Other Calibers?

Caliber Recoil Pros Cons
45-70 Government 44-40 has less 44-40 has lighter recoil and less expensive ammo 44-40 has worse trajectory and worse ballistic performance

44-40 Ballistics: Chart of Average 44-40 Ballistics

Note: This information comes from the manufacturer and is for informational purposes only. The actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from the advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type load.

44-40 Bullet WEIGHT Muzzle VELOCITY (fps) Muzzle ENERGY (ft. lbs.) TRAJECTORY (in.)
  Muzzle 100 yds. 200 yds. 300 yds. 400 yds. Muzzle 100 yds. 200 yds. 300 yds. 400 yds. 100 yds. 200 yds. 300 yds. 400 yds.
200 Grain 1190 1006 900 822 756 629 449 360 300 254 0 -33.3 0 0
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Customer Reviews

  • Scott said:

    Have run 220 rounds through my Original Henry, flawless performance. Like that they are made in USA.