Last reviewed: 2026-04-17 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
When you’re carrying in bear country, penetration and energy matter more than wound channel. The Grizzly Cartridge Bear Load 40 S&W brings 200 grains of full metal jacket hardball — heavy for caliber in a defensive pistol round — to the platform, pushing 1000 fps at the muzzle and delivering 444 ft-lbs of energy. A 40 S&W bear load is a compromise between controllability and power; this one leans into mass and penetration over expansion, using FMJ construction to maintain momentum through heavy bone and tissue. Grizzly Cartridge loads close to maximum SAAMI pressure, so shooters verify headspace and locking integrity before chambering this ammunition in service pistols.
Built for the Box
Each 20-round box contains boxer-primed brass cases topped with 200-grain full metal jacket projectiles. The load runs non-corrosive propellant, and cases reload without issue when you’re working up range loads or training volumes. Grizzly Cartridge maintains strict quality control at every stage — powder charge, bullet seating depth, primer seating — under direct founder oversight. Expect consistent velocities across the string and clean cycling in Glock 22/23, Smith & Wesson M&P40, and SIG P229 platforms. The company manufactures this ammunition in the United States, sourcing domestic components and adhering to SAAMI specification for chamber pressure and cartridge dimensions.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 40 S&W |
| Bullet weight | 200 grains |
| Bullet type | Full Metal Jacket |
| Muzzle velocity | 1000 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 444 ft-lbs |
| Rounds/box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Grizzly Cartridge |
This load fits into the broader 40 cal ammo inventory at Tatted Tacticals, where you’ll find range ball, defensive hollowpoints, and specialty penetrator loads for distinct applications.
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 at all times when handling firearms and ammunition.
- Verify current state and local laws governing ammunition purchases and possession in your jurisdiction — some localities impose caliber-specific restrictions or require permits.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm (Prop 65). Wash hands thoroughly after handling ammunition and components.
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