I'm in the planning stages for a African hunt which will target plains game up to and including Kudu, Nyala and Eland. I'm seeking advice specifically related to which projectile will be the better performer. The platform will be a 7.5 inch .454 Casull. Maximum shooting distance to 125.

Due to supply situation in my country, projectile choice will come down to either a 250 gr Barnes XPB or a 300 gr Swift A Frame. Normally I would go for the heavier projectile because of better penetration, however many claim the XPB has similar penetration to the heavier projectiles.

In my revolver the maximum velocity I've been able to get out of the XPB is 1700 fps. Acceptable accuracy at 25 with this load but haven't tested at longer range yet (you wouldn't believe how expensive these bullets are out here).

Haven't been able to acquire the A Frames yet as they will need to be a special order from the importer. (generally the importer only stocks A Frames in rifle calibres.)