Hornady FTX 50 Cal .500 300gr Flex Tip Bullets - 50 Count Box

The Hornady FTX 50 Cal .500 300 grain bullets deliver controlled expansion and deep penetration for muzzleloader hunting applications. These Flex Tip eXpanding projectiles feature patented elastomer tip technology that initiates expansion at low velocities while maintaining accuracy at extended ranges.

What Makes This Different

The patented Flex Tip design eliminates the inconsistency found in traditional hollow point bullets by using a soft polymer insert that compresses upon impact. This technology ensures reliable expansion even at the lower velocities typical of muzzleloader applications, typically 200-300 fps slower than centerfire cartridges. The secant ogive profile reduces drag and maintains velocity downrange better than round nose alternatives.

Key Features

• 300 grain weight optimized for .50 caliber muzzleloaders and large bore rifles
• Patented Flex Tip technology ensures consistent expansion at low velocities
• Secant ogive design reduces drag coefficient by approximately 15%
• Lead core construction with controlled expansion characteristics
• 50 bullets per box for extended shooting sessions
• Compatible with sabots for .45 caliber barrels when properly sized
• Manufactured to +/- 0.3 grain weight tolerance for consistency

Field performance demonstrates reliable expansion at impact velocities as low as 1000 fps, making these bullets effective for hunting deer, elk, and black bear at ranges exceeding 150 yards. The controlled expansion design retains 85-90% of original weight while creating wound channels 1.5-2 times bullet diameter. Weather-resistant construction maintains ballistic consistency in temperature extremes from -20°F to 120°F.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: .50 caliber (.500 diameter)
• Weight: 300 grains
• Bullet Type: Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX)
• Core Material: Lead
• Ballistic Coefficient: 0.230 (G1)
• Recommended Twist Rate: 1:28" or faster
• Quantity: 50 bullets per box
• Country of Origin: United States

These FTX bullets represent proven terminal ballistics technology adapted specifically for muzzleloader velocities and hunting requirements. The combination of accuracy, expansion reliability, and weight retention makes this ammunition choice particularly effective for hunters requiring consistent performance across varying shot distances.