The Hornady Custom Pistol Ammo 500 S&W Mag 300 gr. Flex Tip eXpanding from the LEVERevolution series delivers the kind of controlled power and downrange performance hunters and big-bore handgun shooters demand, combining a high ballistic coefficient and Hornadys Flex Tip eXpanding design to flatten trajectories and drive massive retained energy at extended ranges; with a muzzle velocity around 1950 fps and muzzle energy near 2533 ft-lbs, this 500 S&W Magnum load is tailored for heavy game and tough field conditions where reliable expansion and deep penetration matter. Youll appreciate the brass casing and centerfire handgun ammunition configuration for consistent ignition, and the LEVERevolution profile is engineered to stabilize in lever-action and single-shot platforms as well as large-frame revolvers, yielding dependable feeding and expansion out of tube magazines and cylinders alike. Packaged with a distinctive yellow presentation and originating from the United States, this round is well-suited for hunting applications where downrange energy and repeatable terminal performance are critical, while also answering the needs of shooters who want a true hunting-grade 500 S&W Mag option with a conversation-friendly balance of ballistics and on-target effectiveness.