The Ultimate Ammunition for Dangerous Game: Federal Premium Safari Cape-Shok .416 Remington Magnum 400 gr Woodleigh Hydro Solid

For the serious big game hunter embarking on an African safari or facing any situation demanding uncompromising stopping power and deep penetration, the choice of ammunition is paramount. When every shot counts, and safety in the face of dangerous game like elephant, rhino, or Cape buffalo is on the line, there can be no compromise. This is precisely the scenario where the Federal Premium Safari Cape-Shok .416 Remington Magnum 400 grain Woodleigh Hydro Solid (WHCS) ammunition distinguishes itself as the undisputed champion. Engineered to deliver devastating terminal performance and unparalleled straight-line penetration, this specialized cartridge offers the peace of mind and ethical hunting capability that discerning professionals and dedicated enthusiasts demand.

Why Choose Federal Premium Safari Cape-Shok for Dangerous Game?

Hunting Africa's formidable "Big Five" or other large, thick-skinned game species requires a bullet that can reliably punch through hide, muscle, and bone to reach vital organs. Standard hunting bullets often fail to achieve this critical depth or maintain their integrity upon impact with heavy bone. The Federal P416RWH, featuring the renowned 400-grain Woodleigh Hydro Solid, addresses these challenges directly.

Who is this ammunition for?

• Professional Hunters (PHs) and Guides: Those who regularly lead clients on dangerous game hunts and require utterly reliable backup ammunition.
• Dedicated Safari Hunters: Individuals planning trips to destinations like Africa, Australia, or North America, targeting species such as elephant, rhinoceros, Cape buffalo, grizzly bear, or moose.
• Ethical Hunters: Those committed to achieving swift, humane kills on large animals, minimizing suffering and ensuring a clean harvest.
• Rifle Owners Chambered in .416 Remington Magnum: Shooters looking for the pinnacle of performance from their large-bore rifle for extreme applications.

What problems does it solve?

• Insufficient Penetration: Many bullets deform or break apart prematurely when striking dense tissue or heavy bone, failing to reach vital organs. The Woodleigh Hydro Solid is designed for maximum straight-line penetration without deformation.
• Lack of Stopping Power: A charging animal demands immediate and decisive action. The combination of the .416 Rem Mag's formidable energy and the Hydro Solid's design ensures maximum kinetic energy transfer deep within the animal.
• Bullet Failure: Inconsistent bullet integrity can lead to unpredictable performance. Woodleigh bullets are known for their robust construction and predictable behavior.
• Reliability in Extreme Conditions: Safari hunts often involve diverse environments. Federal Premium ammunition is manufactured to exacting standards to ensure consistent feeding, firing, and extraction, regardless of temperature or humidity.

Unpacking the Technology: Woodleigh Hydro Solid (WHCS)

At the heart of the Federal Premium Safari Cape-Shok P416RWH is the 400-grain Woodleigh Hydro Solid (WHCS) bullet. This is not just any solid bullet; it's a meticulously engineered projectile designed by the Australian bullet maker, Woodleigh Bullets, renowned globally for their safari-grade projectiles.

Key features of the Woodleigh Hydro Solid:

• Optimized Hydrodynamic Nose: Unlike traditional flat-nose solids, the WHCS features a unique, truncated cone with a small, flat meplat. This design allows for a "hydrodynamic" effect when entering soft tissue, creating a temporary cavity that aids in energy transfer while maintaining an incredibly straight penetration path, even through dense muscle and bone.
• Virtually Indestructible Construction: The bullet is typically constructed from a solid brass or copper alloy, ensuring it maintains its weight and form even after impacting heavy bone. This prevents deflection and guarantees a deep, incapacitating wound channel.
• Deep, Straight-Line Penetration: The primary objective of a solid bullet for dangerous game is to penetrate deeply enough to reach the central nervous system or vital organs from any angle. The WHCS excels at this, providing unparalleled confidence for follow-up shots or for stopping a charge.
• Consistent Performance: Each Woodleigh Hydro Solid bullet is manufactured to strict tolerances, ensuring uniform weight, dimensions, and balance. This translates to exceptional accuracy and predictable terminal performance shot after shot.

The Power of the .416 Remington Magnum

The .416 Remington Magnum is a powerful, modern cartridge specifically developed for large and dangerous game hunting. Introduced in 1989, it quickly earned a reputation as a supremely effective round, often compared to the legendary .416 Rigby but designed to fit in a standard-length magnum action, making rifles more compact and manageable.

Why the .416 Remington Magnum excels for dangerous game:

• Substantial Energy Output: The .416 Rem Mag propels a 400-grain bullet at impressive velocities, generating tremendous kinetic energy. This energy is crucial for transferring a concussive shock and creating significant internal damage, vital for rapidly incapacitating large animals.
• Proven Track Record: The cartridge has been widely adopted by professional hunters and safari operators worldwide, with countless successful hunts attesting to its efficacy on the toughest game.
• Manageable Recoil (for its class): While undeniably powerful, the .416 Rem Mag's recoil is generally considered more manageable than some of its larger African counterparts (like the .458 Win Mag or .470 Nitro Express), especially in a well-fitted rifle, allowing for quicker follow-up shots.
• Versatility: While specifically optimized here with the Woodleigh Hydro Solid for penetration, the .416 Rem Mag can also be loaded with expanding bullets for a wider range of applications, though for specific dangerous game, the solid is preferred.

Real-World Applications and Scenarios

Consider these vital scenarios where the Federal Premium Safari Cape-Shok .416 Remington Magnum 400 gr Woodleigh Hydro Solid is the optimal choice:

• Elephant Hunting: For brain shots or follow-up body shots on elephants, the Hydro Solid's ability to penetrate thick skull bone and dense tissue is absolutely critical. A bullet that fails to reach the brain or cause sufficient internal damage can lead to a prolonged and dangerous situation.
• Cape Buffalo Charges: A charging buffalo is one of the most dangerous situations a hunter can face. The Hydro Solid's straight-line penetration through the buffalo's dense muscle and bone structure is essential for breaking down the animal or reaching vital organs to stop the charge definitively.
• Rhino Protection/Culling Operations: In contexts where precise, deep penetration is required for humane and effective culling or protection measures, the P416RWH offers the necessary performance.
• Lion or Leopard Backup: While typically hunted with expanding bullets, a solid can be invaluable for breaking bone or delivering a deep, incapacitating shot on a large cat in an emergency, particularly if the initial shot failed to anchor the animal.
• Large Bear Encounters: For brown bear or grizzly bear defense or hunting in thick cover, the stopping power and penetration of this cartridge offer an unparalleled margin of safety and ethical harvest capability.

How does this ammunition enhance your hunting experience?

• Increased Confidence: Knowing your ammunition is designed for the absolute toughest challenge instills confidence in your equipment and your ability to perform under pressure.
• Ethical Hunting: The superior penetration and terminal performance ensure the most humane and efficient dispatch of game, minimizing animal suffering.
• Safety: In dangerous game scenarios, the ability to quickly and decisively stop an animal can be a matter of life and death. The P416RWH provides that crucial stopping power.
• Predictable Performance: Federal Premium's quality control combined with Woodleigh's consistent bullet design means you can trust your ammunition to perform exactly as expected every single time.

Precision Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence

Federal Premium Ammunition is a name synonymous with quality and innovation in the firearms industry. Their commitment to excellence is evident in every round of Safari Cape-Shok ammunition.

What makes Federal Premium's manufacturing stand out?

• Meticulous Component Selection: From the specially formulated propellants to the high-quality brass cases and reliable primers, every component is chosen to ensure optimal performance in extreme conditions.
• Strict Quality Control: Each batch of ammunition undergoes rigorous testing to meet stringent velocity, pressure, and accuracy standards. This attention to detail guarantees consistency from round to round.
• Optimized Loading: The powders are precisely measured and matched to the Woodleigh Hydro Solid bullet to achieve the ideal balance of velocity, energy, and recoil, ensuring reliable cycling in your rifle.
• Safari-Ready Packaging: The ammunition is packaged to withstand the rigors of travel and field use, protecting the integrity of each round until it's needed. The standard packaging of 20 rounds per box and 10 boxes per case (total 200 rounds) is convenient for stocking up for extended expeditions.

When preparing for an expedition where the stakes are incredibly high, choosing ammunition that is purpose-built for the challenge is non-negotiable. The Federal Premium Safari Cape-Shok .416 Remington Magnum 400 gr Woodleigh Hydro Solid (P416RWH) stands as a testament to specialized design, delivering the ultimate in penetration and stopping power for the world's most formidable game animals. It is the choice of professionals and serious hunters who demand nothing less than peak performance when facing the wild's grandest and most dangerous creatures.

All Federal Premium ammunition, including the Safari Cape-Shok .416 Remington Magnum 400 gr Woodleigh Hydro Solid, is available at DEGuns.

Ammunition Specifications

Feature	Detail
Caliber	.416 Remington Magnum
Bullet Weight	400 Grains
Bullet Type	Woodleigh Hydro Solid (WHCS)
Cartridge Type	Rifle Ammunition
Packaging	20 Rounds per Box
Case Quantity	10 Boxes per Case (200 Rounds Total)
Manufacturer	Federal Premium Ammunition
Manufacturer Part #	P416RWH
UPC	029465063060