Hornady 458 325gr FTX Bullets

Hornady 458 325gr FTX Bullets are designed for .45-70 Government hunting loads in suitable lever-action rifles. The 325 grain FTX® combines a streamlined .458″ profile with Hornady’s Flex Tip® technology and controlled expansion. As a result, it gives .45-70 hunters a modern hunting bullet with improved aerodynamic performance over traditional flat-point designs.

Why Choose Hornady 458 325gr FTX Bullets?

The Hornady 458 325gr FTX uses Hornady’s Flex Tip® polymer tip to create a streamlined profile while initiating expansion on impact. In addition, the 325 grain weight provides substantial bullet mass for .45-70 hunting applications.

The bullet has a .230 G1 ballistic coefficient and .221 sectional density. Therefore, it offers useful aerodynamic performance for a large .458″ hunting projectile.

The FTX design is particularly useful for hunters using .45-70 lever-action rifles. Its streamlined profile provides an advantage over traditional flat-point bullets while retaining a design suited to appropriate lever-gun applications.

Key Features of the Hornady 458 325gr FTX

• 325 grain bullet weight
• .458″ / 45 Calibre bullet diameter
• FTX® hunting bullet
• Flex Tip® polymer tip
• Controlled expansion design
• Streamlined aerodynamic profile
• .230 G1 ballistic coefficient
• .221 sectional density
• Designed for .45-70 Government
• Suitable for appropriate .45-70 lever-action rifles
• Suitable for tubular-magazine applications
• Suitable for medium and large game hunting
• Hornady item #45015
• 50 bullets per box

Furthermore, the Flex Tip® gives the bullet a streamlined nose while supporting expansion on impact. This provides a clear advantage for hunters who want improved aerodynamic performance from a .45-70 hunting projectile.

325gr FTX for .45-70 Lever Guns

The 325gr FTX is particularly well suited to hunters using the .45-70 Government in suitable lever-action rifles. The .45-70 has long been associated with powerful lever guns, and this projectile gives the classic cartridge a modern hunting bullet.

In addition, the streamlined profile helps the bullet maintain velocity more efficiently than traditional flat-point designs. This can provide a flatter trajectory and improved downrange performance.

The 325 grain weight offers a useful balance between bullet mass and velocity. As a result, it provides a versatile option for hunters who want a substantial .458″ projectile without moving to a heavier bullet.

Hunters should always confirm that the selected bullet, loaded ammunition and cartridge overall length are suitable for their specific rifle and magazine.

FTX Design and Expansion Performance

The .458 FTX uses Hornady’s Flex Tip® technology to initiate expansion on impact. As a result, the bullet provides a controlled-expansion design rather than the flat-point construction found on many traditional .45-70 projectiles.

Hornady designed FTX bullets to provide reliable expansion across a wide range of velocities. However, Hornady does not publish a verified numerical minimum and maximum expansion velocity for this exact 325gr .458 FTX component bullet. We therefore do not state an unsupported expansion range.

For this reason, the key strengths of this projectile are its 325 grain weight, .458″ diameter, streamlined profile, Flex Tip® technology and controlled expansion.

Reloading the Hornady 458 325gr FTX

The 325gr FTX has a longer, more streamlined profile than many traditional .45-70 bullets. Therefore, reloaders should use the appropriate Hornady load data when developing ammunition.

Hornady’s published .45-70 load data provides specific seating and case-preparation information for the 325gr FTX. In particular, reloaders should follow the applicable overall cartridge length and case-trimming instructions rather than applying dimensions from a conventional flat-point bullet.

Furthermore, ammunition intended for a lever-action rifle should meet the firearm manufacturer’s requirements for cartridge overall length and magazine function.

Product Specifications for the 325gr FTX

Product: Hornady 458 325gr FTX Bullets
Manufacturer Item Number: 45015
Cartridge/Application: .45-70 Government
Calibre: 45 Calibre
Bullet Diameter: .458″
Bullet Weight: 325gr / 21.1g
Bullet Type: FTX®
Bullet Tip: Flex Tip® polymer tip
G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .230
Sectional Density: .221
Terminal Design: Controlled expansion
Primary Application: .45-70 Government hunting
Rifle Application: Suitable lever-action rifles
Pack Quantity: 50 bullets

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