The Hornady 45052 Sub-X bullets are meticulously designed for shooters seeking effective terminal performance in subsonic applications. Each bullet is a 410-grain projectile, measuring 0.458 inches in diameter, suitable for .45 caliber firearms.
The Subsonic eXpanding (Sub-X) design incorporates a lead core and long grooves in its gilding metal jacket, combined with a flat profile and the patented Flex Tip® insert within the bullet’s hollow-point cavity. This configuration ensures reliable expansion at low velocities, as minimal as 900 fps, providing deep penetration and effective terminal performance even below the speed of sound.
The presence of cannelures allows for a positive case crimp, making the Sub-X bullets ideal for use in semiautomatic firearms.
Each box contains 50 bullets, offering reloaders ample projectiles for developing and refining their subsonic loads.
Key Features:
- Flex Tip® Technology: Aids in expansion at velocities as low as 900 fps, ensuring reliable performance in subsonic applications.
- Lead Core with Gilding Metal Jacket: Provides deep penetration and consistent terminal performance.
- Cannelures: Ensure a positive case crimp, suitable for use in semiautomatic firearms.
- Subsonic Optimization: Designed to fit, feed, and function in a variety of firearms, including those with gas systems, making them ideal for subsonic cartridges.
Manufacturer Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Model: 45052 Sub-X
- Caliber: .45 Caliber (0.458 inches)
- Bullet Weight: 410 grains
- Bullet Style: Subsonic eXpanding (Sub-X) with Flex Tip®
- Sectional Density: 0.279
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.285 (G1)
- Quantity: 50 bullets per box
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q: What is the minimum velocity required for the Hornady 45052 Sub-X bullet to expand?
A: The patented Flex Tip® technology aids in expansion at velocities as low as 900 fps, making it ideal for subsonic applications.
Q: Are these bullets suitable for use in semiautomatic firearms?
A: Yes, the presence of cannelures provides a positive case crimp, making Sub-X bullets ideal for use in semiautomatic firearms.
Q: How many bullets are included in each box?
A: Each box contains 50 bullets.
Q: What applications are these bullets best suited for?
A: These bullets are optimized for subsonic hunting and shooting applications, providing deep penetration and reliable expansion at subsonic velocities.
Q: Why choose Black Bayou Armory?
A: Black Bayou Armory is committed to providing premium reloading components like the Hornady 45052 Sub-X bullets, ensuring you receive high-quality projectiles for precision subsonic shooting and hunting applications.
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