/ Register

Terminal Performance

Discussion in 'Rifles, Bullets, Barrels & Ballistics' started by Varmint Hunter, Jun 26, 2010.

  1. Jun 26, 2010 #1
    Varmint Hunter

    Varmint Hunter Well-Known Member

    Messages:
    2,637
    Joined:
    Dec 26, 2001
    Should I expect a difference in terminal performance between the Hornady 350gr FN and their 350gr RN in .458? I'll be using either at about 1,800 ft/sec in a 45-70. The rifle is mostly used for blackbear.

    If they are constructed the same; why would Hornady manufacture both?
     
  2. Jun 27, 2010 #2
    JD338

    JD338 Well-Known Member

    Messages:
    719
    Joined:
    Jan 29, 2005
    The 350 gr RN has a heavier jacket for the 458 WM velocities, the 350 gr FN is designed for the 45-70.

    JD338
     
  3. Jun 27, 2010 #3
    bigngreen

    bigngreen Well-Known Member

    Messages:
    6,208
    Joined:
    Nov 24, 2008
    If you want to severely end life with a 45-70 try the 300gr hollow point, I believe I used to run them 2100-2200fps. It's unreal on elk and deer. It opens to the size of a silver dollar!