A-221 / A-580
.44 Magnum revolver cartridge
A .44 Magnum revolver cartridge with a lead/antimony core bullet, offered as a 11.7 g full profile jacketed loading and a 15.5 g semi-jacketed hollow point loading, both to C.I.P. and SAAMI standards.
Also written: 44
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Specification
| Caliber and type | 44 Magnum pistol cartridge with lead/antimony core bullet |
|---|---|
| Index | A-221 / A-580 |
| Usage | 44 Magnum calibre weapons |
| Standard | C.I.P., SAAMI |
| Bullet type | A-221: FPJ; A-580: SJHP |
| Bullet mass | A-221: 11.7 g / 180 gr; A-580: 15.5 g / 240 gr |
| Cartridge mass | A-221: 19.6 g; A-580: 24.4 g |
| Primer | Large pistol, non corrosive, non mercuric, Boxer |
| Propellant | Double base powder |
| Average velocity | A-221: V12.5 = 530 ± 15 m/s; A-580: V12.5 = 455 ± 15 m/s |
| Temperature interval | -30 °C to +52 °C |
| Packing | A-221: 1000 rds / cardboard box / 21.9 kg; A-580: 1000 rds / cardboard box / 25.8 kg |
All data provided for information purposes; final specification is defined per contract.