Grizzly 40 SW 200gr Bonebreaker FP – Rugged Bear Defense Ammo

Description

The Grizzly 40 SW 200gr Bonebreaker FP load, item GC40SW5, is a 20 round box of 40 S&W ammunition from Grizzly Cartridge Company, loaded with a 200 grain Bonebreaker flat point bullet rated at 1000 fps with 444 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. Grizzly recommends it for hunting small bear and smaller game.

Grizzly 40 SW 200gr Bonebreaker FP Overview

A 200 grain bullet is heavy-for-caliber in the 40 S&W, well above the 155 to 180 grain weights used in most duty loads. Grizzly pairs it with a hard Bonebreaker flat point at a rated 1000 fps and 444 foot-pounds of energy, a combination aimed at penetration instead of expansion. That turns a common duty pistol into a more capable tool for the woods, where owners want deep, straight penetration on hogs, black bears and other animals.

Bullet Design

Bonebreaker is Grizzly Cartridge’s name for its hard, non-expanding flat point bullet. A wide, flat meplat crushes and cuts tissue instead of simply pushing it aside, and because the bullet does not expand, it keeps driving in a straight line for deep penetration through muscle and bone. That is why loads like this are a common choice for protection against bears and other large animals, where reaching the vitals matters more than expansion.

Intended Use

Grizzly recommends this load for hunting small bears and smaller game. It is also a common choice for 40 S&W owners who hike or work outdoors and want a deep-penetrating carry load. It is not intended as an urban self-defense round, where over-penetration is a concern. Check your state hunting regulations before using a handgun cartridge on game.

Firearm Compatibility

This ammunition is made for handguns chambered in 40 S&W, including the Glock 22, 23 and 27, the Smith and Wesson M&P40, the SIG P320 and P229 in 40, and the Springfield XD in 40. Do not fire it in a 10mm Auto or 357 SIG firearm. Heavy 200 grain bullets are long, so confirm feeding from a full magazine in your pistol.

Grizzly Cartridge Company

Grizzly Cartridge Company is an American ammunition maker known for heavy, hard-hitting loads for hunters, outdoorsmen and handgunners who carry in bear country, along with cowboy action, defense and safari ammunition. Its loads are made in the USA, and many are built to run at the upper end of what each cartridge allows, so always match the load to your firearm.

Recoil and Shootability

The 40 S&W has a sharp recoil impulse, and a heavy 200 grain bullet adds more push. It is controllable in full-size duty pistols with a firm grip, while compact pistols feel livelier, so practice with the load you carry.

Practice and Testing

Fire at least a box through your own firearm before you rely on this load for hunting or protection. Confirm reliable feeding and extraction, and check where it prints at the distances you expect to shoot, since heavy or fast loads often hit to a different point than light practice ammunition.

Storage and Care

Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box, away from solvents and lubricants that can contaminate primers. Inspect rounds for dents, loose bullets or corrosion before loading.

Specifications

• Brand: Grizzly Cartridge Company
• Item number: GC40SW5
• Caliber: 40 S&W
• Bullet weight: 200 grain
• Bullet type: Bonebreaker flat point
• Rated velocity: 1000 fps
• Muzzle energy: 444 ft-lbs
• Recommended for: Hunting small bear and smaller game
• Count: 20 rounds per box
• UPC: 815152012814
• Made in the USA

Before You Buy

Federal law requires buyers of handgun ammunition to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases, require background checks or limit shipping, so check your local rules before you order.

Who It Is For

The Grizzly 40 SW 200gr Bonebreaker FP is a great fit for 40 S&W owners who spend time in the outdoors, hunters using a 40 caliber pistol on hogs and smaller bears, and anyone who wants a heavy, non-expanding 40 S&W load.

Buy the Grizzly 40 SW 200gr Bonebreaker FP at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Grizzly 40 SW 200gr Bonebreaker FP online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more handgun loads. For factory details, visit Grizzly Cartridge.