Last reviewed: 2026-04-17 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For defensive handgunners running 44 Remington Magnum revolvers or carbines, the Buffalo Bore Anti-Personnel 180-grain JHP addresses a specific need: reduced recoil without sacrificing terminal performance. This 44 Magnum self defense ammo launches a 180-grain jacketed hollow point at 1600 fps from a 5.5-inch Ruger Super Blackhawk, delivering 1023 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. Buffalo Bore engineered this load for use in any 44 Magnum firearm, including those with alloy frames and cylinders, where lighter bullet weight and flash-suppressed powders improve controllability under stress. The light-for-caliber projectile reduces felt recoil compared to traditional 240-grain magnums, enabling faster sight recovery and follow-up shots in defensive scenarios.
Performance at a Glance
Buffalo Bore tests all Anti-Personnel loads in real-world firearms, not laboratory test barrels. Velocity varies by barrel length: 1961 fps from an 18.5-inch Marlin 1894 carbine, 1500 fps from a Ruger Super Blackhawk with a 5.5-inch barrel, and 1387 fps from a Smith & Wesson Model 329 with a 4-inch barrel. The jacketed hollow point design promotes controlled expansion at these impact velocities, while the Boxer primer and non-corrosive brass allow full reloading. This ammunition also functions as a capable whitetail deer load where magnum revolver hunting is legal.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 44 Remington Magnum |
| Bullet weight | 180 grains |
| Bullet type | Jacketed Hollow Point |
| Muzzle velocity | 1600 feet per second (5.5-inch barrel) |
| Muzzle energy | 1023 foot-pounds |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Self Defense |
| Manufacturer | Buffalo Bore |
This load works across the full range of 44 Magnum platforms — Ruger Redhawks and Super Blackhawks, Smith & Wesson N-frames including alloy-framed models like the 329PD, Taurus Raging Hunter revolvers, and lever-action carbines from Marlin and Henry. Velocity numbers above reflect testing in unmodified factory firearms. Flash-suppressed powders reduce muzzle signature in low light, though at 1600 fps from a revolver cylinder gap, expect visible flash. Store in a cool, dry location away from heat sources. For more defensive magnum loads, see our full 44 Magnum ammo selection.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Observe the four rules of firearm safety: treat every gun as loaded, never point at anything you’re not willing to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire, know your target and what’s beyond it. Review the NSSF firearm safety rules.
- Verify ammunition is legal in your state and locality before ordering. Some jurisdictions restrict hollow-point ammunition for civilian use.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Review California Proposition 65 warnings.
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