Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For handgun hunters stepping into heavy cover after bear, hog, or Cape buffalo, the Swift High Grade Heavy Revolver 500 S&W Magnum load brings a 325-grain A-Frame bonded jacketed hollow point to 1910 feet per second from an 8.75-inch test barrel. That translates to 2633 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle — momentum sufficient for breaking through thick hide, bone, and muscle. The A-Frame’s cross-member copper jacket and bonded front core are designed to control expansion while delivering deep penetration and retaining 95% of the projectile’s original weight across a wide range of velocities. Swift chambers and sizes each round individually to meet or exceed SAAMI specifications, then applies a Hernon water-tight seal to prevent moisture intrusion during transport and storage.
Built for the Box
Swift manufactures this load using nickel-plated brass cases and non-corrosive Boxer primers, making the spent cases suitable for reloading. The bonded construction of the A-Frame bullet keeps the lead core mechanically locked to the copper jacket during impact, reducing the likelihood of core-jacket separation and fragmentation. The taper of the pure copper jacket regulates expansion rate, while the wrap-around base design prevents deformation and preserves the bullet’s rear mass for continued penetration after initial contact. This load is intended for hunting use on large and dangerous game where deep wound channels and high weight retention are required.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 500 S&W Magnum |
| Bullet weight | 325 grains |
| Bullet type | Swift A-Frame Bonded Jacketed Hollow Point |
| Muzzle velocity | 1910 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2633 ft-lbs |
| Test barrel length | 8.75 inches |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Nickel-plated brass |
| Primer | Boxer, non-corrosive |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead-free | No |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Swift |
This load is built for revolvers chambered in 500 S&W, including models from Smith & Wesson’s X-Frame series and similar large-frame hunting revolvers. Verify your firearm’s chamber dimensions and maximum pressure rating before use.
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.
- Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on target and you have made the decision to fire. Never point a firearm at anything you are not willing to destroy. Be certain of your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify that your firearm is rated for the pressure and chambering of this ammunition before loading and firing.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use in well-ventilated areas and wash hands after handling. For more information: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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