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HORNADY 45015 45 CAL .458 325 GR FTX (45-70 GOVT) 50 CT.
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SKU: 45015-090255450156
Overview
Designed for lever-action shooters, this .45 caliber FTX bullet is intended for use in tubular magazines while supporting the performance demands of those firearms. Its tipped design is presented as a way to balance accuracy, power, and longer-range capability in a format suited to hunting loads. Hornady also notes that conventional hollow point pistol bullets can expand too quickly at the higher velocities associated with lever guns, which can reduce penetration. For handloaders building ammunition for 45-70 Government applications, the 50-count box provides a practical supply for load development and field use.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Ftx Bullets
Are designed for lever gun
Flex Tip
Technology is safe for tubular
Tipped Design
Supports accuracy and long-range performance
325 Grain
.458 bullet for 45-70 Govt
Pack Includes
50 bullets for reloading use
Key Features
- Hornady FTX bullets are designed for lever gun applications.
- Flex Tip technology is safe to load in tubular magazines.
- Tipped bullet design supports accuracy, power, and long-range performance.
- Intended for .45 caliber, .458 diameter, 325 grain, 45-70 Govt. use.
- Pack includes 50 bullets.
- Reloading manual or powder manufacturer data should be checked for load information.
Best Used For
- Lever gun hunters loading tubular magazines with tipped bullets designed for safe use in those firearms.
- Reloaders seeking a 45-70 Government .458 325 grain FTX bullet for lever-action cartridges.
- Shooters wanting a bullet option described as combining accuracy, power, and long-range performance.
- Hunters who prefer Hornady Flex Tip technology in a 50-count reloading component package.
Specifications
| Bullet Diameter | .458 |
|---|---|
| Bullet Type | FTX |
| Bullet Weight | 325 GR |
| Caliber | 45 CAL |
| Cartridge | 45-70 GOVT |
| Notes | Check your reloading manual or go to a powder manufactures website for load data. |
| Quantity | 50 CT. |
Pros
- FTX bullets are designed for lever gun applications.
- Flex Tip technology is safe for tubular magazines.
- Tipped design supports accuracy and long-range performance.
- Offers a 325 grain .458 bullet for 45-70 Govt.
- Pack includes 50 bullets for reloading use.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for lever guns and tubular magazines, so it is not a general-purpose bullet choice for every .45 caliber application.
- The tipped FTX design is intended to address the expansion limits of typical hollow point pistol bullets, which means it is a specialized solution rather than a one-size-fits-all option.
- Load data is not included; you need to consult your reloading manual or powder manufacturer resources before use.
- Sold in a 50-count box, which may be more than some occasional reloaders need at one time.
Suggested Comparisons
- .45 caliber bullets
- Lever gun ammunition components
- Tubular magazine-safe bullet types
- Handloading components for big-bore rifles
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading manual
- Powder measure
- Bullet puller
- Cartridge storage box
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this product listing?
This listing is for Hornady 45 caliber .458 325 grain FTX bullets, packaged 50 count, and identified for 45-70 Govt. use.
Are these bullets intended for tubular magazines?
Yes. The product description says the Flex Tip design is safe to load in tubular magazines.
What does Hornady say these FTX bullets are designed to do?
Hornady describes them as creating a new level of performance for lever guns, with accuracy, power, and long-range performance in mind.
Does the listing provide load data?
No. The description directs you to check your reloading manual or the powder manufacturer’s website for load data.
What trade-off is mentioned compared with typical hollow point pistol bullets?
The description notes that typical hollow point pistol bullets can expand too quickly and sacrifice penetration at the higher velocities achieved with lever action guns.