Nitro Express

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The Nitro Express series of cartridges are used in large-bore hunting rifles, also known as elephant guns or express rifles. They are named after the propellant they use, cordite, which is composed of nitrocellulose and nitroglycerine. The Nitro line is a straight-sided brass cartridge, and fire large diameter bullets.

Some of the Nitro Express cartridges remain popular today, because of their effectiveness on dangerous game. The .470 NE is perhaps the most popular.[1]

[edit] Notable Calibers

[edit] References

  1. ^ "The .450 Nitro Express" by Charlie Haley
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