XTP® 10MM (0.400") JACKETED HOLLOW POINT PISTOL BULLETS Reviews & Ratings

HORNADY XTP® 10MM (0.400") JACKETED HOLLOW POINT PISTOL BULLETS

Designed for hunting, self‑defense and law enforcement applications, the XTP® bullet demonstrates the kind of accuracy that led many competitive shooters to adopt it. Reliable performance makes the XTP® the most popular handgun bullet for both target shooters and hunters. But it's the stopping power of the XTP® bullet that has truly built its world‑class reputation. From the onset, XTP® bullets were specifically designed to expand reliably at a wide range of handgun velocities to deliver deep penetration with every shot.

PRODUCT FEATURES

CONTROLLED EXPANSION
Precise serrations divide the XTP® into symmetrical sections, strategically weakening the jacket and initiating controlled expansion even at low velocities.

SWAGED CORE
Total uniformity of core density ensures balanced expansion as well as in‑flight stability.

DRAWN GILDING METAL JACKET
Expansion is controlled by varying jacket thickness down the length of the XTP®, providing a definite advantage over plated bullets which have a uniform jacket thickness over the entire bullet.

CANNELURE
On revolver bullets, the cannelure helps achieve accurate, consistent crimping. All cannelures are applied before the final forming process to eliminate any distortion to the finished bullet.

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Reviews Summary

Customers rate Hornady XTP® bullets highly for their reliability, performance, and affordability. Many praise their accuracy and effective expansion, making them suitable for both self-defense and target shooting. However, some issues regarding inconsistencies in cannelure design and shipping experiences were noted, though they didn't overshadow the overall positive experience.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Performance

70%

A majority of reviewers emphasize the outstanding performance of Hornady XTP bullets, highlighting their accuracy, reliable expansion, and effectiveness for both self-defense and target shooting. They mention the ability of these bullets to perform consistently across different calibers and shooting conditions, which contributes to their overall satisfaction.

Reliability and Consistency

65%

Reviewers consistently note that these bullets offer reliability in feeding and performance. Customers often express satisfaction with the consistent weight and construction of the bullets, which enhances their trust in using them for various applications, including hunting and self-defense.

Affordability

55%

Many users mention Hornady XTP bullets as a cost-effective option for reloading, appreciating the good value for performance. This affordability makes them a popular choice among both recreational shooters and serious reloaders.

Reloading Experience

60%

The ease of reloading these bullets is frequently praised, with multiple reviewers noting their compatibility with various calibers and ease of handling. This theme is significant as it appeals to a broad audience of shooters, from beginners to experienced reloaders.

Customer Concerns

30%

A few reviewers raised concerns regarding inconsistencies in the design, specifically the number of cannelures on the bullets which differed from product images. Additionally, shipping experiences varied, with some comments suggesting room for improvement in this area.

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Excellent accuracy and penetration

12.0 gr of 2400 with this bullet in my Marlin 1894 Cowboy Limited shoots 3/4" to 1" groups at 50 yds. If I had better sights, and eyes, than stock I have no doubt they would do better. All hunts have ended with 1 shot complete pass through, even quartering on large deer.

Great Bullet

This is a great round. I bought these to shoot my S&W 41 magnum for the first time. I assembled the ammo from brand new brass and these bullets. The ammo shot great and I attained great groups. It's a large jacketed hollow point. Good stuff for self/home defense or hunting if need be. This was also my first time reloading anything at all and these rounds were easy to do. I used the Lyman's 49th reloading manual for specs on the reloading and brand new Starline brass (also bought from Brownells), 17.5 grains of Alliant 2400 powder and Winchester large pistol primers (in case your wondering).

Best Jacketed Hollow Point

At 905 fps, these bullets expand and penetrate well, forming beautiful mushrooms. At 1,378 fps, they penetrate deep and still hold together with good weight retention.

Awesome...

I use this in my S&W 4" model. Love it. Expansion is decent enough, but it remains in tact all the way through, and creates the perfect mushroom. I have yet to find a slug that has come apart to date, all remain in tact and do the job just fine. I will continue to have this as a hunting/self defense round in my weapons.

been using for 20 years

been loading for rifle and pistol for deer. I use 16.5 grs. HS-6.have not lost a deer yet.very accurate

good bullets

these are excellent bullets and usually weigh within .oo5 of advertised.. (put how many we get for that price in the add)

Not as Pictured - Design Change?

My box of bullets only have one cannelure - not two as pictured. I contacted Hornady and they told me, "It can have either one or two cannelures on the bullet depending on the press tooling they are using." So I guess you won't know what you're going to get until you open the box. Brownells customer support looked at my picture and told me, "The picture on the box also shows just one cannelure." Appears to me the gentleman didn't even take a close enough look to distinguish the picture of the bullet from the real bullet. It won't do any good to rate how it shoots or works because I don't know if Hornady will change their press tooling and ship a different bullet to the next customer.