Hornady 6070 Black Powder Lead Balls 44 Cal .454 100 Per Box

Hornady 6070 Black Powder Lead Balls in .454 caliber are purpose-built round balls for traditional muzzleloaders and cap-and-ball revolvers. If you're loading black powder rifles, pistols, or historic firearms, these .44 caliber lead balls deliver the consistent performance that shooters and hunters have relied on for generations. Each box contains 100 balls manufactured to exacting standards, giving you affordable ammunition for range practice, hunting, or competitive shooting.

Cast from 100 percent pure lead, each ball is cold swaged to achieve near-perfect uniformity. That consistency matters: tighter dimensional tolerances mean more predictable ballistics downrange and tighter groups on target. Whether you're shooting flintlock, percussion cap, or inline muzzleloaders, you need ammunition you can trust shot after shot.

Hornady has built a reputation across law enforcement, military, hunters, and competitive shooters for ammunition quality and workmanship. These lead balls reflect that standard—they're manufactured under strict specifications to deliver the uniformity and reliability that serious black powder shooters demand. Stock up in quantity without breaking the bank: 100 balls per box means you can practice and hunt without rationing rounds.

Key Features

• 100 percent pure lead construction for reliable performance
• Cold swaged for near-perfect dimensional uniformity
• 100 balls per box for quantity shooting and hunting
• Compatible with traditional and modern muzzleloaders and cap-and-ball firearms
• Manufactured to strict specifications for consistent ballistics

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms are these .454 lead balls designed for?

These round balls work in traditional black powder muzzleloaders, flintlock rifles, percussion cap rifles, and cap-and-ball revolvers chambered in .44 caliber. Verify your specific firearm's bore size and load specifications before use.

Why does cold swaging matter in round ball ammunition?

Cold swaging during manufacturing ensures each ball meets tight dimensional tolerances. Uniformity translates to consistent velocity and more predictable accuracy downrange—important whether you're hunting or shooting competitively.

How many balls come in each box?

Each box of Hornady 6070 Black Powder Lead Balls contains 100 round balls, giving you quantity for practice and hunting without frequent reordering.

Are these suitable for hunting as well as target shooting?

Yes. The consistency and pure lead construction make these balls reliable for both range practice and hunting applications with appropriate black powder loads.