Hornady 45015 FTX Hunting Bullets - .45 Cal .458 325 gr Flex Tip Expanding (FTX)
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Hornady 45201 FTX Hunting Ammo - .45 Cal, 250 gr Flex Tip Expanding (FTX) Bullets
$39.03
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- Capacity-Rounds:
- 50
- Caliber-Gauge:
- 45 Caliber
- Grain:
- 250
- Quantity:
- 50 Per Box
- Bullet Tip Material:
- Polymer
- Core Material:
- Lead
- Jacket Material:
- Copper
- Sectional Density:
- 0.175
- Bullet Diameter:
- 0.452
- Cannelure:
- No
- Coefficient:
- 0.21
Hornady 45201 FTX hunting ammo delivers a .45 caliber, 250-grain Flex Tip Expanding bullet engineered for hunters who demand precision and reliable performance. The FTX technology was originally developed to solve a real problem: lever gun shooters needed a tipped bullet that was safe in tubular magazines and could perform consistently across a wide velocity range. Whether you're loading for handguns or lever actions, these bullets give you that same proven design—a soft, compressible tip that initiates expansion reliably on impact without sacrificing the penetration you need on larger game.
The engineering behind these bullets sets them apart from standard hollow points. The one-piece lead core is mechanically locked to the jacket via Hornady's InterLock ring, which keeps the bullet together under the stress of expansion and impact. That matters when you're after deep penetration and consistent weight retention on heavy-bodied animals. The specially designed jacket is heavier over the shank, giving you precise expansion control and improving accuracy. And the ballistically efficient secant ogive profile—Hornady's hallmark—keeps your trajectory flat and your shots consistent at distance.
These are reloading components, so precision starts with you. The 250-grain weight is a proven choice for .45 caliber rifles and handguns, delivering the velocity-to-expansion balance hunters rely on. Because they're safe in tubular magazines, you can load them into lever actions with confidence, but they work equally well in conventional magazine-fed firearms.
Key Features
- Patented Flex Tip technology initiates expansion across a wide velocity range
- InterLock ring mechanically locks core to jacket for maximum weight retention
- Heavy jacket design controls expansion and enhances accuracy
- Safe to load in tubular magazines and all other firearm types
- Ballistically efficient secant ogive for flat trajectories and stability
Specifications
| Caliber | .45 |
| Bullet Weight | 250 grains |
| Bullet Type | Flex Tip Expanding (FTX) |
| Part Number | 45201 |
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these bullets safe to use in lever action rifles with tubular magazines?
Yes. The Flex Tip technology was specifically designed to be safe in tubular magazines, eliminating the risk of primer detonation from bullet-to-primer contact in the magazine tube. They also work safely in any other firearm type.
What makes FTX bullets expand reliably across different velocities?
The soft, compressible Flex Tip compresses into the bullet upon impact, initiating immediate expansion. This design performs consistently whether you're shooting at modest handgun velocities or the higher speeds lever actions achieve, without over-expanding and losing penetration.
Will these bullets hold together during expansion?
The InterLock ring mechanically locks the lead core to the jacket, combined with a heavy jacket design over the shank, ensures reliable performance and maximum weight retention. This keeps the bullet intact through expansion for deep penetration on larger game.
What ballistic advantage does the secant ogive design provide?
Hornady's secant ogive profile delivers stability in flight, flatter trajectories, and improved accuracy compared to traditional bullet profiles.
