Buy .50 AE Ammo for Sale

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Brand:

Magnum Research

Bullet Type:

Flat Point

Caliber:

.50 AE

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

325 grain

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Brand:

Magnum Research

Bullet Type:

JACKETED SOFT POINT (JSP)

Caliber:

.50 AE

Grains:

325 GRAIN

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

ArmsCor

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.50 AE

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

300 grain

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Brand:

Magnum Research

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.50 AE

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

300 grain

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Brand:

Federal

Barrel Length:

6"

Bullet Type:

Fusion Soft Point

Caliber:

.50 AE

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

300 grain

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Brand:

DoubleTap Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.50 AE

Capacity:

20

Grains:

300 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

Buffalo Bore

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.50 AE

Grains:

350 grain

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Frequently Asked Questions
Buy .50 AE Ammo for Sale

How much does a 50 AE cost?

.50 AE ammunition typically costs around $51 per box, with most listings ranging $39–$66. Prices vary by brand, bullet weight, and quantity. Desert Eagle handguns chambered in this caliber vary widely in price, with new pistols averaging around $2,280.77 and some packages reaching $2,823. Check our marketplace for current stock and retailer pricing.

Is 50 AE stronger than 44 Magnum?

Yes. The .50 AE produces more muzzle energy than the .44 Magnum, typically around 1,500 ft-lbs versus 1,200 ft-lbs. However, the .44 Magnum is more versatile, available in revolvers and carbines with a wider ammunition selection, while .50 AE is primarily chambered in the Desert Eagle pistol.

Will .50 AE stop a bear?

.50 AE can stop a bear with well-placed shots. It's one of the more powerful handgun cartridges and has sufficient energy for black bear defense. Against grizzlies, reliability drops considerably. Rifles remain the better choice for bear country. Shot placement and practice matter more than caliber selection.

What is 50 AE good for?

.50 AE is used primarily for hunting medium game and handgun silhouette competition. It generates substantial energy for a pistol cartridge, making it capable for defense, though the Desert Eagle's size and weight limit practicality. Many shooters simply enjoy it for the experience of shooting a powerful handgun round.

Is 50 AE the same as 50 cal?

No. Both share a .50 inch bullet diameter, but .50 AE (Action Express) is a handgun cartridge used in the Desert Eagle, while .50 cal typically refers to .50 BMG (Browning Machine Gun), a rifle round. The BMG is far more powerful with heavier projectiles and longer range, occupying a completely different role.