44-40 Win – 200 Gr LFN – Magtech (4440A) – 500 Rounds

Owners of Winchester 1873 replicas and single action revolvers in 44-40 have fewer ammunition choices than shooters of modern calibers, so a reliable, affordable load is welcome. This listing is Magtech 44-40 Win 200 grain lead flat nose ammo, MPN 4440A, sold as 500 rounds. Magtech is part of CBC and has long supplied ammunition for classic calibers.

Magtech rates this load at 840 fps with 313 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. That is a mild, traditional velocity that mirrors the historic 44-40 load and suits single action revolvers and lever actions alike. The flat nose lead bullet is safe for tubular magazines and leaves crisp holes in paper. It is best used for cowboy action matches, plinking, and target practice. From a rifle, the same load gives a little more velocity and very little recoil, which makes it a pleasant introduction to lever guns.

This ammunition fits rifles and revolvers chambered in 44-40 Winchester, also called 44 WCF, including Uberti 1866 Yellowboy and 1873 rifles, Winchester 1873 and 1892 reproductions, Rossi R92, Cimarron Model P and Uberti Cattleman revolvers, and Colt Single Action Army revolvers chambered in 44-40. A common question is whether 44-40 can be fired in a 44 Special. No. The cases are different shapes and are not interchangeable. Another common question is whether lead bullets will foul a rifled barrel. At this low velocity, fouling is light, but a quick cleaning after a match keeps accuracy where it should be.

Magtech 4440A is new production ammunition, not reloads. It uses boxer-primed brass cases with non-corrosive priming, and the brass is useful for reloaders who want to roll their own 44-40. This listing ships as 10 boxes of 50 rounds for 500 rounds total from one lot, enough for a season of club shoots and practice with your rifle and revolvers.