Federal Premium .41 Rem Mag 180 Grain Barnes Expander BRX Ammunition: Unrivaled Performance for Serious Hunters

For avid hunters and discerning handgun enthusiasts who demand peak performance in the field, the Federal Premium .41 Rem Mag 180 gr Barnes Expander BRX ammunition stands as a benchmark of excellence. This meticulously engineered load is specifically designed to address the critical challenges faced during big game pursuits, ensuring consistent, ethical, and decisive takedowns. Whether you're tracking elusive whitetail in dense timber, pursuing robust wild boar, or preparing for a challenging bear hunt, this ammunition provides the stopping power and precision you need to succeed.

Who Is This Ammunition For and What Problems Does It Solve?

Are you a handgun hunter seeking to maximize the terminal performance of your .41 Remington Magnum? Do you require ammunition that offers both deep penetration and reliable expansion to ensure humane and quick kills on medium to large game? Are you tired of inconsistent ammunition that compromises your confidence when that critical shot presents itself?

The Federal Premium .41 Rem Mag 180 gr Barnes Expander BRX is engineered precisely for you. It solves the common problems of:

• Inconsistent Ignition: Federal Premium's rigorous quality control on primers ensures every shot fires reliably.
• Lackluster Terminal Performance: The Barnes Expander BRX bullet is designed for controlled, devastating expansion and exceptional weight retention, eliminating the guesswork of bullet performance.
• Subpar Accuracy: Carefully formulated propellants and precise manufacturing result in superior shot-to-shot consistency, translating to tighter groups downrange.
• Ethical Hunting Concerns: This ammunition empowers hunters to achieve clean, ethical kills, minimizing animal suffering and maximizing the effectiveness of their efforts.

This ammunition is an ideal choice for hunters who prefer the challenge and portability of handgun hunting, as well as those utilizing lever-action rifles chambered in .41 Rem Mag. It's particularly well-suited for targeting game animals where deep penetration through hide and bone, followed by significant energy transfer, is paramount.

The Heart of Performance: Federal Premium Manufacturing Excellence

Federal Premium is synonymous with quality, and the P41XB1 load exemplifies their commitment to producing top-tier ammunition. The journey of each cartridge begins with Federal's proprietary primer manufacturing process. Unlike conventional methods, Federal primers undergo far more frequent and stringent inspections for dimensional tolerances and charge weight. This meticulous attention to detail ensures that every primer delivers a perfectly consistent ignition, which is the foundational element for predictable velocity and superior accuracy.

Following the primer, Federal's propellants are the next critical component. These aren't off-the-shelf powders; they are specially formulated and blended to Federal's exacting specifications. This proprietary approach allows Federal to fine-tune the burn rate and consistency, optimizing the load for specific calibers and bullet weights. The result is ammunition that consistently delivers advertised velocities and pressures, shot after shot, box after box, and case after case. This unwavering consistency is vital for hunters who depend on their ammunition to perform identically every time they pull the trigger.

The combination of premium primers and precisely formulated propellants creates a robust and reliable foundation for the Barnes Expander BRX bullet, ensuring that its advanced design can perform to its fullest potential.

Unpacking the Barnes Expander BRX Bullet Technology

At the core of this ammunition's outstanding terminal performance is the 180-grain Barnes Expander BRX bullet. Barnes Bullets are renowned for their innovative, all-copper bullet designs, and the Expander BRX is a prime example of their engineering prowess.

What makes the Barnes Expander BRX so effective for big game hunting?

• Solid Copper Construction: Unlike traditional lead-core bullets, the Expander BRX is crafted from 100% copper. This offers several key advantages:
  • Superior Weight Retention: Copper bullets typically retain virtually 100% of their original weight upon impact, even after punching through tough hide and bone. This means maximum momentum is carried deep into the animal, creating extensive wound channels.
  • Controlled Expansion: The design features a precise hollow-point cavity engineered to initiate rapid, yet controlled, expansion upon impact. This mushrooming occurs reliably across a wide range of velocities, ensuring consistent performance whether at close range or longer distances.
  • Deep Penetration: The solid, monolithic design coupled with high weight retention allows the Expander BRX to penetrate significantly deeper than many lead-core bullets. This is crucial for reaching vital organs on larger, tougher game animals.
  • Lead-Free Option: For hunters in areas with lead-free ammunition requirements or those who simply prefer a more environmentally conscious option, the all-copper construction of the Expander BRX is a significant benefit.
• BRX Design: The "BRX" (Barnes Reloadable X-bullet) indicates a bullet optimized for both factory loads and reloading, featuring precision manufacturing for consistent concentricity and balance. This translates directly to enhanced accuracy in the field.

When the 180-grain Barnes Expander BRX bullet strikes its target, it delivers a devastating combination of rapid expansion and deep, straight-line penetration. The distinct petals of the expanded bullet peel back uniformly, creating a large diameter wound channel that rapidly transfers kinetic energy to the animal, leading to quick and humane incapacitation. This reliable terminal performance instills confidence in every shot, a priceless asset when pursuing big game.

Real-World Applications and Performance Metrics

The .41 Remington Magnum, introduced in 1964, was designed to bridge the gap between the .357 Magnum and the .44 Magnum, offering a potent blend of power and manageable recoil. When loaded with the Federal Premium Barnes Expander BRX, its capabilities are significantly enhanced.

Hunting Applications:

• Deer Hunting: For white-tailed deer, mule deer, and black-tailed deer, the 180-grain Expander BRX provides ample energy and expansion for quick, clean kills. Its deep penetration is particularly advantageous if shots present through shoulder bone or thick muscle.
• Wild Boar/Hog Hunting: Hogs are notoriously tough, with thick hides and robust bone structures. The Expander BRX's ability to penetrate deeply and retain weight makes it an excellent choice for these resilient animals, ensuring vital organ disruption.
• Black Bear Hunting: While shot placement is always paramount, the .41 Rem Mag with this load offers sufficient power for black bear, especially in close-quarters hunting scenarios typical of handgun hunting. Its reliable expansion and penetration increase the margin of error for ethical harvest.

Ballistics and Performance Insights (Based on Specified Muzzle Data):

• Muzzle Velocity: 1340 feet per second (fps)

  This velocity, combined with the 180-grain bullet, indicates a potent and fast-moving projectile. It contributes to a flatter trajectory for a handgun cartridge, making shot placement more forgiving at extended ranges within the .41 Rem Mag's practical hunting envelope.

• Muzzle Energy: 718 foot-pounds (ft-lbs)

  Muzzle energy is a critical indicator of stopping power. 718 ft-lbs at the muzzle is substantial for a handgun cartridge, signifying significant energy transfer capability upon impact. This energy is efficiently delivered by the Barnes Expander BRX due to its weight retention and controlled expansion, maximizing its disruptive effect within the target.

• Effective Range: While specific range depends on shooter skill and firearm, a .41 Rem Mag with this load is typically effective on deer-sized game out to 50-75 yards from a handgun, and potentially further from a rifle. The consistent performance of the Barnes Expander BRX ensures reliable terminal ballistics within these practical hunting distances.

Why Choose Federal Premium .41 Rem Mag Barnes Expander BRX from DEGuns?

When you invest in Federal Premium P41XB1 ammunition, you're not just buying bullets; you're acquiring confidence, consistency, and an ethical edge in the field. Here's a summary of its unique value proposition:

• Unwavering Reliability: Thanks to Federal's meticulously inspected primers and custom-formulated propellants, you can count on consistent ignition and predictable performance with every single shot.
• Superior Terminal Performance: The 180-grain Barnes Expander BRX bullet delivers unparalleled controlled expansion, near 100% weight retention, and deep penetration, ensuring maximum energy transfer and humane kills on big game.
• Enhanced Accuracy: The precision manufacturing of both the cartridge components and the Barnes bullet contributes directly to improved shot-to-shot consistency and tighter groups, allowing for more precise shot placement.
• Ethical Hunting Choice: This ammunition empowers hunters to execute clean, decisive kills, fulfilling the ethical imperative of minimizing animal suffering.
• Trusted Brand: Federal Premium has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality, reliable ammunition, a legacy that the P41XB1 proudly continues.
• Available at DEGuns: This top-tier ammunition is readily available for your hunting and shooting needs at DEGuns, a trusted source for quality firearms and accessories.

Whether you're gearing up for a critical hunting expedition or simply stocking your range bag with the best, the Federal Premium .41 Rem Mag 180 gr Barnes Expander BRX is an investment in success.

Product Specifications

Feature	Detail
Brand	Federal
Model	Premium
Caliber	41 Rem Mag
Bullet Type	Barnes Expander BRX
Bullet Weight	180 gr
Muzzle Velocity	1340 fps
Muzzle Energy	718 ft lbs
Rounds Per Box	20
Boxes Per Case	10
Game Type	Big Game
Application	Hunting
Casing Material	Copper
MPN	P41XB1
SKU	36391
UPC	029465098322