Hornady FTX 35 Cal .355 165gr Flex Tip Bullets - 100ct Box

The Hornady FTX 35 caliber bullets deliver controlled expansion and deep penetration through the innovative Flex Tip design. These .355 diameter, 165-grain projectiles eliminate the clogging issues common with traditional hollow point bullets when fired through tubular magazines or encountering heavy clothing.

What Makes This Different

The patented Flex Tip technology features a soft polymer insert that initiates expansion upon impact while preventing tip deformation during feeding and storage. Unlike conventional hollow points that can plug with debris, the FTX design maintains consistent expansion characteristics across various impact velocities. The InterLock ring mechanically locks the core and jacket together, preventing separation and ensuring 90-95% weight retention even through heavy bone and tissue.

Key Features

• Flex Tip polymer insert prevents clogging and ensures reliable expansion
• InterLock ring bonds core to jacket for maximum weight retention
• 165-grain weight optimized for .35 Remington and similar cartridges
• .355 inch diameter with precise tolerances for consistent accuracy
• Secant ogive profile reduces drag and flattens trajectory
• Lead core construction with tapered jacket design
• Safe for use in tubular magazine lever-action rifles

Field performance demonstrates excellent terminal ballistics across impact velocities from 1,200 to 2,400 fps. The controlled expansion creates wound channels 1.5 to 2 times bullet diameter while penetrating 12-18 inches in ballistic gelatin. Hunters report consistent performance on medium game from whitetail deer to black bear, with the bullets maintaining structural integrity even when striking heavy bone. The aerodynamic profile maintains velocity better than flat-nose bullets traditionally required for lever guns.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: .35 (9mm)
• Diameter: .355 inches
• Weight: 165 grains
• Bullet Type: Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX)
• Quantity: 100 bullets per box
• Construction: Lead core with gilding metal jacket
• Sectional Density: .231
• Ballistic Coefficient: .240
• Recommended Twist Rate: 1:16 or faster
• UPC: 090255235029

These FTX bullets represent the optimal choice for hunters and shooters requiring reliable expansion without the feeding restrictions of traditional hollow points. The combination of proven terminal performance and lever-action compatibility makes this the practical solution for modern hunting applications.