The Hornady 45201 FTX Rifle .45 Cal .452 250 GR is built for hunters who need accuracy, power, and reliability in their lever-action rifles. The Flex Tip Expanding (FTX) bullet design enhances aerodynamics, ensuring higher velocities and flatter trajectories while being safe for use in tubular magazines.
Designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration, the FTX bullet’s InterLock® ring keeps the core and jacket together, ensuring maximum weight retention for effective energy transfer. Whether hunting whitetail deer, hogs, or black bear, this bullet delivers consistent performance and stopping power.
Key Features
- Flex Tip Expanding (FTX) design enhances ballistic efficiency and safety in tubular magazines
- InterLock® ring ensures core-jacket integrity for deep penetration and maximum weight retention
- 250-grain weight optimized for .45 caliber lever-action rifles
- Controlled expansion provides reliable terminal performance on big game
- Flat-shooting trajectory for improved accuracy
Manufacturer’s Specifications
- Caliber: .45 (.452)
- Bullet Weight: 250 grains
- Bullet Style: Flex Tip Expanding (FTX)
- Count: 50 per box
- Part Number: 45201
- Application: Big Game Hunting, Lever-Action Rifles
- Construction: Lead Core with Polymer Flex Tip
FAQs
Q: What makes Hornady’s FTX bullets unique?
A: The FTX design features a soft polymer Flex Tip, which enhances aerodynamics, prevents bullet deformation in tubular magazines, and ensures rapid yet controlled expansion upon impact.
Q: Is this bullet compatible with lever-action rifles?
A: Yes! The FTX bullet is specifically designed for lever-action rifles, making it safe for use in tubular magazines while maintaining high ballistic performance.
Q: What type of game is this bullet best suited for?
A: The Hornady 45201 FTX .45 Cal 250 GR is ideal for hunting medium to large game, such as whitetail deer, hogs, and black bear, providing deep penetration and powerful expansion.
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