Hornady 450 Bushmaster Ballistics Chart
The .450 Bushmaster is a large-bore rifle cartridge designed for substantial bullet weight and strong short-to-medium-range performance. Hornady publishes ballistic information for several .450 Bushmaster factory loads, including 250-grain FTX, 245-grain InterLock and 395-grain SUB-X ammunition.
The following charts use figures from Hornady’s product catalogue. The published data includes velocity, energy and trajectory at selected distances.
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Hornady 450 Bushmaster Ballistics Chart
| Hornady Load | Bullet Weight | Muzzle Velocity | Muzzle Energy | Item Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTX | 250 gr | 2,200 fps | 2,687 ft-lb | 82244 |
| InterLock | 245 gr | 2,200 fps | 2,633 ft-lb | 82242 |
| SUB-X | 395 gr | 1,050 fps | 967 ft-lb | 82247 |
Hornady 450 Bushmaster 250 Grain FTX Ballistics Chart
The 250-grain FTX load is listed with a 20-inch test barrel. Hornady’s catalogue provides velocity, energy and trajectory figures through 300 yards.
| Range | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) | Trajectory (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2,200 | 2,687 | -2.4 |
| 100 yards | 1,835 | 1,868 | +4.1 |
| 200 yards | 1,515 | 1,274 | 0 |
| 300 yards | 1,255 | 874 | -19.3 |
| 400 yards | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
| 500 yards | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
Hornady 450 Bushmaster 245 Grain InterLock Ballistics Chart
Hornady also lists a 245-grain InterLock load for the .450 Bushmaster. Its published catalogue figures show how velocity and energy change across the listed distances.
| Range | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) | Trajectory (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2,200 | 2,633 | -1.5 |
| 100 yards | 1,742 | 1,651 | +5.1 |
| 200 yards | 1,364 | 1,101 | 0 |
| 300 yards | 1,103 | 662 | -24.0 |
| 400 yards | Not listed | Not listed | -46.8 |
| 500 yards | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
Hornady 450 Bushmaster 395 Grain SUB-X Ballistics Chart
The 395-grain SUB-X is the heavier subsonic-oriented option in Hornady’s published .450 Bushmaster selection. Its catalogue data shows a lower muzzle velocity than the 250-grain FTX load.
| Range | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) | Trajectory (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 1,050 | 967 | -1.5 |
| 100 yards | 977 | 837 | 0 |
| 200 yards | 944 | 744 | -10.8 |
| 300 yards | 874 | 670 | -19.3 |
| 400 yards | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
| 500 yards | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
Understanding the 450 Bushmaster Ballistics Data
Muzzle Velocity
Muzzle velocity is the speed of a bullet as it leaves the firearm’s barrel. Hornady lists 2,200 fps for its 250-grain FTX and 245-grain InterLock loads, compared with 1,050 fps for the 395-grain SUB-X load.
Muzzle Energy
Muzzle energy describes the bullet’s kinetic energy at the muzzle. In Hornady’s catalogue, the 250-grain FTX has 2,687 ft-lb, the 245-grain InterLock has 2,633 ft-lb and the 395-grain SUB-X has 967 ft-lb.
Bullet Trajectory
Trajectory describes the bullet’s path relative to the reference line used in the manufacturer’s chart. A zero value indicates the listed zero point. Positive and negative values indicate positions above or below that reference.
Bullet Weight
Bullet weight is measured in grains. Hornady’s listed .450 Bushmaster loads include 245-grain, 250-grain and 395-grain options. Their different weights and bullet designs produce different published ballistic figures.
Why 450 Bushmaster Ballistics Change With Distance
As a bullet travels, it loses velocity because of air resistance. Its energy also decreases as its velocity falls. Trajectory values change with distance because gravity affects the bullet throughout its flight.
The amount of change depends on the specific bullet, its ballistic characteristics and the conditions used to produce the chart. This is why the 245-grain InterLock, 250-grain FTX and 395-grain SUB-X should be treated as separate loads rather than interchangeable ballistic profiles.
Hornady 450 Bushmaster Ballistics FAQs
What is the muzzle velocity of Hornady 450 Bushmaster 250 grain FTX?
Hornady lists a muzzle velocity of 2,200 fps for its 250-grain FTX load using a 20-inch test barrel.
What is the muzzle energy of Hornady 450 Bushmaster 250 grain FTX?
The published muzzle energy is 2,687 ft-lb.
What is the ballistic performance of Hornady 450 Bushmaster 245 grain InterLock?
Hornady lists a muzzle velocity of 2,200 fps and muzzle energy of 2,633 ft-lb for the 245-grain InterLock load.
What is the Hornady 450 Bushmaster 395 grain SUB-X muzzle velocity?
The published muzzle velocity is 1,050 fps, with muzzle energy of 967 ft-lb.
How much energy does the 250 grain FTX retain at 200 yards?
Hornady’s catalogue lists 1,274 ft-lb at 200 yards for the 250-grain FTX load.
What is the 250 grain FTX velocity at 300 yards?
The listed velocity at 300 yards is 1,255 fps.
Does Hornady publish 450 Bushmaster trajectory data at 500 yards?
The catalogue does not provide 500-yard velocity, energy or trajectory figures for the listed 250-grain FTX and 395-grain SUB-X loads.
What barrel length is used for the Hornady 250 grain FTX chart?
The catalogue identifies the 250-grain FTX load as using a 20-inch barrel.
Are 245 grain and 250 grain 450 Bushmaster loads identical?
No. They have different bullet weights and bullet designs, so their published velocity, energy and trajectory figures differ.
Why can actual velocity differ from Hornady’s chart?
Actual velocity can vary because of barrel length, chamber dimensions, firearm characteristics and other conditions. Hornady explains that its published figures come from testing with SAAMI-specification test barrels.
Ballistics Data Reference
This 450 Bushmaster ballistics guide uses manufacturer-published ammunition specifications and ballistic information from Hornady. Published figures are presented according to the available manufacturer data.
