Hornady FTX 44 Cal .430 265gr Flex Tip Bullets 50/Box 4305

The Hornady 4305 FTX bullets deliver controlled expansion and deep penetration for 44 caliber handgun and rifle applications. These 265-grain Flex Tip eXpanding projectiles feature Hornady's patented elastomer tip technology that initiates expansion at low velocities while maintaining ballistic efficiency.

What Makes This Different

Unlike traditional hollow point bullets that can clog with debris or fail to expand at lower velocities, the FTX design uses a flexible polymer tip that compresses on impact to drive expansion. The InterLock ring mechanically locks the core and jacket together, preventing separation during penetration. This combination delivers consistent terminal performance across a wide velocity range, from 800 fps to over 2000 fps.

Key Features

• 265-grain weight optimized for 44 Magnum and 444 Marlin applications
• Patented Flex Tip technology initiates expansion at velocities as low as 800 fps
• InterLock ring prevents core-jacket separation during penetration
• Secant ogive profile reduces drag and improves long-range ballistics
• Lead core construction with gilding metal jacket for controlled expansion
• Cannelure provides consistent bullet seating depth and crimp retention
• Bulk packaging of 50 bullets per box reduces cost per projectile

Field testing demonstrates the FTX bullet's effectiveness across multiple platforms, from short-barrel revolvers to lever-action rifles. The flexible tip design eliminates the feeding issues common with traditional hollow points in tubular magazines, making these bullets ideal for lever guns. Penetration typically ranges from 12-18 inches in ballistic gelatin, with expansion diameters reaching 1.5 times the original bullet diameter. The controlled expansion characteristics make these bullets suitable for both hunting medium game and self-defense applications.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: .430 diameter (44 caliber)
• Weight: 265 grains
• Bullet Type: Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX)
• Jacket Material: Gilding metal
• Core Material: Lead
• Quantity: 50 bullets per box
• Sectional Density: 0.186
• Ballistic Coefficient: 0.205
• Recommended Twist Rate: 1:20" or faster
• Compatible Cartridges: 44 Magnum, 444 Marlin, 44 Special
• Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing

The Hornady 4305 FTX represents proven terminal ballistics technology backed by extensive research and development. Reloaders seeking consistent expansion performance across varying impact velocities will find these bullets deliver measurable advantages over conventional designs.