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When the stakes are measured in tons of muscle, bone, and instinct, compromise isn’t an option. Steinel Ammunition’s .458 Lott ammo is engineered for one purpose: terminal effectiveness when facing the world’s most dangerous game. Designed to outperform where lesser cartridges falter, this is big-bore performance born from precision, not marketing. Whether you’re tracking Cape buffalo, Alaskan brown bear, or simply want a cartridge that defines confidence, our premium .458 Lott ammunition delivers the energy, consistency, and reliability that hunters trust their lives to.
458 Lott 500gr Dangerous Game
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Why Choose Steinel .458 Lott Ammo
Developed by big-game hunter and writer Jack Lott after a near-fatal encounter with a Cape buffalo, the .458 Lott cartridge was built to correct the shortcomings of the .458 Winchester Magnum. What began as a dangerous-game experiment has become a benchmark in professional hunting ammunition. At Steinel, we manufacture 458 Lott ammo in meticulously verified batches to ensure:
- Consistent ignition and pressure for dependable performance across temperature extremes.
- Precision-machined brass and bullets selected for accuracy, feeding reliability, and proper seating depth.
- Loads optimized for modern rifles chambered in .458 Lott, from bolt-actions to custom safari builds.
.458 Lott Specifications & Ballistics (Steinel 500gr Dangerous Game)
| Specification | Details |
| Bullet Diameter | .458 inch |
| Case Length | 2.80 in |
| Overall Length | 3.60 in |
| Typical Bullet Weight | 500 grains (solid / dangerous-game projectiles) |
| Muzzle Velocity | ~2,300 fps (from a 24″ barrel — Steinel product listed at ~2,240 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | ≈ 5,800 ft-lbs |
| Pressure (SAAMI) | ≈ 62,000 psi (max) |
| Parent Case | .375 H&H Magnum (necked up and strengthened) |
The .458 Winchester Magnum vs The .458 Lott
The .458 Win Magnum started the big-bore revolution in the 1950s, but its case capacity limited it to compressed powder charges and inconsistent performance under tropical heat.
The .458 Lott solved that with a longer case and roughly 10 percent more capacity, allowing for heavier charges, improved velocities, and reliable ignition, even under the African sun.
| Measures | .458 Win Magnum | .458 Lott |
| Case Length | 2.50 in | 2.80 in |
| Typical Velocity (500 gr) | 2,050 fps | 2,300 fps |
| Energy | ≈ 4,700 ft-lbs | ≈ 5,800 ft-lbs |
| Recoil | Substantial | Formidable |
| Best Use | Close-range dangerous game | Cape buffalo, hippo, bear, or elephant |
FAQs
Q1: What is the .458 Lott cartridge?
A: The .458 Lott is a belted, straight-wall rifle cartridge developed in 1971 by Jack Lott to improve on the .458 Win Magnum. It uses a longer case for greater powder capacity and higher velocity, delivering superior penetration and energy on dangerous game.
Q2: Is .458 Lott ammo right for you (big game & hunting use)?
A: If you hunt Cape buffalo, hippo, grizzly, or Alaskan brown bear, the .458 Lott is more than enough. It offers the deep penetration and impact needed for ethical one-shot stops on the largest and toughest animals on earth.
Q3: What was the .458 Lott designed for?
A: It was specifically designed to eliminate the .458 Win Mag’s shortcomings in dangerous-game environments, especially compressed charges and inconsistent ignition in hot climates.
Q4: How much recoil does the .458 Lott have?
A: Substantial, but manageable with proper rifle fit and technique. In a 9-to-10 lb rifle, expect around 70 ft-lbs of recoil energy. It’s a professional-grade cartridge for experienced shooters who respect the power they’re handling.
Q5: hat animals is the .458 Lott suitable for hunting?
A: Perfect for Cape buffalo, elephant, hippo, moose, grizzly, and big Alaskan game. It’s overkill for deer, but ideal for those who need stopping assurance in the most dangerous conditions.
Q6: What type of rifle is needed for the .458 Lott?
A: The .458 Lott is commonly chambered in bolt-action rifles like the Ruger M77 RSM, CZ 550 Safari, and custom dangerous-game builds based on the .375 H&H action. It can also fire .458 Win Mag ammo for practice, though the reverse is not safe.
Hunt Without Compromise
When your hunt doesn’t offer second chances, trust ammo built by American hands that understand the stakes. Buy Steinel.458 Lott Ammo
