Hornady 30 Cal 135gr FTX Bullets - 100 Count

Hornady 30 Cal 135gr FTX bullets are purpose-built for lever-action rifles and other firearms where traditional hollow-points aren't safe to load in tubular magazines. The FTX design pairs a soft, elastomer Flex Tip with a proven InterLock construction, giving you expansion reliability across a range of velocities without the magazine-feeding hazards of exposed cavities. This 100-count box delivers the component accuracy and ballistic consistency that serious reloaders expect from Hornady—whether you're handloading for classic .30-30 performance or experimenting with modern lever guns and shorter cartridges.

The Flex Tip technology compresses on impact to initiate controlled expansion, while the InterLock ring mechanically bonds core to jacket to maintain weight retention and deep penetration through game or target. Hornady's secant ogive geometry is designed for flat trajectories and inherent accuracy, paired with a heavy-gauge jacket engineered to manage expansion and enhance consistency shot to shot. If you reload for lever guns or want the safety and reliability of a magazine-compatible expanding bullet, these 135-grain rounds give you real performance without compromise.

Reloading with FTX bullets means you can achieve modern ballistic performance in firearms that demand it—hunting medium game at practical distances with confidence in both accuracy and terminal performance. The 100-count package is convenient for serious handloaders or those building test loads to dial in a new rifle.

Key Features

• Flex Tip technology initiates expansion across a wide range of velocities
• Safe to load in tubular magazines—no exposed hollow-point cavity
• InterLock ring locks core and jacket together for weight retention
• Secant ogive profile engineered for flat trajectories and accuracy
• Heavy jacket controls expansion and enhances consistency
• 100 bullets per box—ready for handloaders

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Are FTX bullets safe to load in lever-action tubular magazines?

Yes. Unlike traditional hollow-point rifle bullets, the FTX design features a soft elastomer tip rather than an exposed cavity, making them safe for tubular magazine loading. This eliminates the risk of primer detonation from tip-to-primer contact.

What makes the InterLock ring important for reloading?

The InterLock ring mechanically locks the bullet's core and jacket together. This binding helps prevent jacket/core separation on impact, which improves weight retention, ensures deeper penetration, and delivers more consistent terminal performance.

What calibers and firearms can I use these bullets in?

These are 30-caliber, 135-grain bullets suitable for any firearm chambered in a 30-caliber cartridge—including lever-actions, bolt-actions, and other platforms. Always verify firearm compatibility and follow safe reloading practices for your specific cartridge.

How many rounds does a 100-count box reload?

One box contains 100 individual bullets, so you can load 100 complete cartridges (assuming you have primers, powder, and brass on hand).