Armscor .44 Magnum 240gr JHP Ballistics
Brass Case • JHP • MPN: FAC44M-2N
Armscor .44 Magnum 240gr JHP Ballistics
Brass Case • JHP • MPN: FAC44M-2N
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 1097 fps | 641 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 1087 fps | 630 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 10 yds | 1079 fps | 620 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 15 yds | 1070 fps | 611 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 20 yds | 1062 fps | 602 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 1055 fps | 593 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 1047 fps | 585 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 35 yds | 1040 fps | 576 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 40 yds | 1033 fps | 569 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 45 yds | 1026 fps | 561 ft-lb | -1.0" |
| 50 yds | 1019 fps | 554 ft-lb | -1.4" |
| 55 yds | 1013 fps | 547 ft-lb | -2.0" |
| 60 yds | 1006 fps | 540 ft-lb | -2.6" |
| 65 yds | 1000 fps | 533 ft-lb | -3.3" |
| 70 yds | 994 fps | 527 ft-lb | -4.1" |
| 75 yds | 988 fps | 520 ft-lb | -5.0" |
| 80 yds | 982 fps | 514 ft-lb | -6.0" |
| 85 yds | 977 fps | 509 ft-lb | -7.0" |
| 90 yds | 971 fps | 503 ft-lb | -8.2" |
| 95 yds | 966 fps | 497 ft-lb | -9.4" |
| 100 yds | 961 fps | 492 ft-lb | -10.8" |
Product Overview
Armscor's 240gr JHP is a budget hollow point loaded to downloaded power levels. At 1,097 fps and 481 ft-lbs, it hits closer to .44 Special territory than full-power .44 Magnum. That reduced velocity makes it one of the softest-shooting .44 Magnum loads on the market. Recoil-sensitive shooters who own a .44 Magnum but dislike the heavy kick of standard loads will find this round far more pleasant to shoot.
The JHP design provides some expansion potential at defensive distances. While the low velocity limits how aggressively the bullet opens up, the 240gr weight still carries enough momentum for adequate penetration through intermediate barriers. This load works as an affordable option for shooters who want a hollow point in their .44 Magnum nightstand gun without spending premium defensive ammo prices.
Armscor ammunition is manufactured in the Philippines and imported at competitive prices. The downloaded power level also makes this a decent choice for newer .44 Magnum shooters who want to build confidence with the platform before moving to full-power loads. The brass cases are reloadable, so experienced handloaders can work up their own loads using the spent brass.
- Very affordable for a .44 Magnum hollow point
- Downloaded velocity at 1,097 fps produces mild recoil by .44 Mag standards
- 240gr JHP provides expansion potential at close range
- Good option for recoil-sensitive shooters who still want hollow points
- 481 ft-lbs of energy is well below typical .44 Magnum performance
- Low velocity limits reliable hollow point expansion beyond close range
- Not powerful enough for hunting anything larger than small game
- Quality control can vary between production lots
All Armscor .44 Magnum 240gr JHP Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $16.00 | $18.43 | $34.43 | $1.72 |
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