Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX Bullets

Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX Bullets combine a large .500″ diameter, 300 grain bullet weight and Flex Tip® technology for controlled expansion. Designed for the .500 S&W Magnum, the FTX provides a streamlined profile and reliable expansion across a wide range of velocities. As a result, it offers a purpose-built hunting bullet for the powerful .500 S&W Magnum.

Why Choose Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX Bullets?

The Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX uses Hornady’s patented Flex Tip® technology to initiate expansion on impact. The polymer tip compresses into the bullet and drives expansion through the nose. As a result, the bullet provides controlled expansion while retaining the aerodynamic advantages of a pointed profile.

In addition, the 300 grain weight gives the .500″ projectile substantial mass. Combined with the large bullet diameter, this makes the FTX well suited to hunting applications where a heavy, large-calibre projectile is required.

The bullet has a .200 G1 ballistic coefficient and .171 sectional density. Furthermore, the streamlined profile gives the FTX useful aerodynamic efficiency compared with traditional flat-point handgun bullets.

Key Features of Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX Bullets

• 300 grain bullet weight
• .500″ bullet diameter
• FTX® hunting bullet
• Flex Tip® polymer tip
• Controlled expansion design
• Reliable expansion across a wide range of velocities
• Streamlined aerodynamic profile
• .200 G1 ballistic coefficient
• .171 sectional density
• Designed for .500 S&W Magnum
• Suitable for hunting applications
• 50 bullets per box
• Hornady item #50102

Moreover, the Flex Tip® technology prevents the polymer tip from creating the inconsistent expansion associated with conventional hollow points. Instead, the tip compresses into the bullet on impact and initiates expansion.

Hunting Applications

The 300gr FTX is designed specifically for powerful .500 S&W Magnum hunting loads. Its combination of .500″ diameter and 300 grain weight provides substantial bullet mass for suitable hunting applications.

In addition, the FTX profile provides a more streamlined shape than a traditional flat-point handgun bullet. This improves its aerodynamic efficiency and helps maintain velocity as distance increases.

Hornady designed the FTX to expand reliably across a wide range of velocities. Therefore, the bullet remains a strong option where hunters want controlled expansion from a large-calibre handgun projectile.

The 300gr FTX can suit appropriate hunting applications involving suitable medium and large game. However, hunters should always match the projectile to the intended game, cartridge, impact conditions and applicable hunting regulations.

FTX Technology for .500 S&W Magnum

The FTX design gives the 300 grain projectile several advantages over traditional flat-point bullets. In particular, the Flex Tip® polymer tip provides a pointed profile while initiating expansion when the bullet strikes the target.

Furthermore, the FTX uses an InterLock® ring that mechanically locks the core and jacket together. This helps support weight retention and penetration during expansion.

The .200 G1 ballistic coefficient also gives the bullet useful aerodynamic performance for a large .500″ handgun projectile. As a result, the FTX combines large-calibre hunting performance with a more efficient projectile profile.

Expansion Performance

Hornady states that FTX bullets provide reliable expansion over a wide range of velocities. The Flex Tip® compresses into the bullet on impact and initiates expansion, including at lower velocities.

Hornady’s product catalogue also provides an impact-velocity chart specifically for the 50 Cal 300gr FTX. However, because Hornady does not state a precise minimum or maximum reliable expansion velocity in the published material reviewed here, this page does not claim a specific numerical expansion range.

This is important when selecting a hunting bullet. In particular, actual impact velocity changes with cartridge load, barrel length and shooting distance, so the bullet’s expected impact velocity should be considered when developing a hunting load.

Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX Performance

The 300gr FTX combines large .500″ diameter, substantial bullet weight, controlled expansion and Flex Tip® technology. These characteristics make it distinctly different from conventional flat-point handgun bullets.

At the same time, the .200 G1 BC gives the projectile useful aerodynamic efficiency for its size. The streamlined profile helps the bullet maintain velocity better than a traditional flat-point design.

For this reason, the Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX is a strong choice for hunters seeking a heavy, large-diameter projectile with controlled expansion for the .500 S&W Magnum.

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Product Specifications

Product: Hornady 50cal 300gr FTX Bullets
Manufacturer Item Number: 50102
Cartridge/Application: .500 S&W Magnum
Calibre: 50 Calibre
Bullet Diameter: .500″
Bullet Weight: 300gr / 19.4g
Bullet Type: FTX®
Bullet Tip: Flex Tip® polymer tip
G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .200
Sectional Density: .171
Terminal Design: Controlled expansion
Primary Application: Hunting
Pack Quantity: 50 bullets