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Hornady 82730 LEVERevolution 30-30 160 GR FTX 20 Rounds
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SKU: 82730-090255827309
Overview
Built for lever-action rifles and revolvers chambered in 30-30 Winchester, this ammunition is intended for hunters and shooters who want a tubular-magazine-safe load with a modern bullet design. Hornady’s patented elastomer Flex Tip technology is used in the FTX and MonoFlex bullets, supporting a flatter trajectory and higher ballistic coefficients than traditional setups. The load is presented as suitable for hunting and self-defense use, with propellants formulated to deliver maximum muzzle velocity at conventional pressures. It comes in a 20-round box and uses brass casing.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Lever Action
Rifles and revolvers in 30-30
Patented Flex
Tip technology is safe for
Higher Ballistic
Coefficients support a flatter trajectory
Propellants Are
Formulated for maximum muzzle velocity
Suitable Hunting
Self-defense applications
Key Features
- 30-30 Winchester ammunition designed for lever action rifles and revolvers
- Patented elastomer Flex Tip technology in FTX and MonoFlex bullets
- Safe for use in tubular magazines
- Designed for higher ballistic coefficients and a flatter trajectory
- Muzzle velocity listed at 2400 fps
- 20 rounds per box with brass casing
Best Used For
- Lever-action rifle hunters using tubular magazines who want ammunition designed for safe use in that platform.
- Hunters seeking 30-30 Winchester loads for hunting applications with a Flex Tip expanding bullet.
- Shooter-users wanting a 20-round box of brass-cased ammunition for range practice and field use.
- Revolver owners chambered in 30-30 Winchester looking for compatible LEVERevolution ammunition.
- Users prioritizing flatter trajectory and higher downrange energy within conventional-pressure 30-30 loads.
Specifications
| Bullet Type | Flex Tip eXpanding |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 30-30 Win |
| Casing Material | Brass |
| Muzzle Energy | 2046 ft lbs |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2400 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
Pros
- Designed for lever action rifles and revolvers in 30-30 Winchester.
- Patented Flex Tip technology is safe for tubular magazines.
- Higher ballistic coefficients support a flatter trajectory.
- Propellants are formulated for maximum muzzle velocity at conventional pressures.
- Suitable for hunting and self-defense applications.
- 20-round box with brass casings included.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for lever action rifles and revolvers, so it is not a general-purpose choice for every firearm platform.
- The 20-round box size may require more frequent restocking for hunters who want larger quantities on hand.
- Its performance focus is tied to tubular-magazine-safe Flex Tip design, which is a specific fit for 30-30 lever-gun use rather than a broad all-around ammunition option.
Suggested Comparisons
- Lever-action rifle ammunition
- Revolver ammunition
- Tubular magazine-compatible hunting loads
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Hearing protection
- Cleaning kit
- Range bag
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this LEVERevolution load safe to use in tubular magazines?
Yes. The product description states that the FTX and MonoFlex bullets are safe to use in tubular magazines.
What caliber and bullet style is this ammunition?
It is 30-30 Winchester ammunition with a 160 grain FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullet.
How many rounds come in a box?
Each box contains 20 rounds.
What muzzle velocity and muzzle energy are listed for this load?
The listed muzzle velocity is 2400 fps and the listed muzzle energy is 2046 ft lbs.
What is this ammunition intended for?
The description says it is designed for lever action rifles and revolvers, and that it is ideal for hunting and self-defense applications.