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Hornady 30396 FTX Hunting Bullets, .308 Caliber, 160 Grain, Flex Tip Expanding (FTX)$42.94
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The Hornady 30395 FTX hunting bullets in .30 caliber 160-grain are purpose-built for lever-action rifles and other firearms where tubular magazines are the standard. The FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) design solves a real problem for lever gun shooters: delivering the expansion and accuracy of a modern hunting bullet without the safety concerns of traditional hollow points in close-quarters magazine storage. Whether you're handloading for a .308 Winchester, .30-30, or similar cartridge, these bullets combine proven Hornady engineering with the flexibility modern hunters demand.
At the heart of the FTX is Hornady's patented flex-tip technology. The polymer tip compresses on impact, triggering reliable expansion across a wide velocity range—critical for hunters who may take shots from 50 yards to well beyond typical lever-gun distances. The bullet's one-piece lead core is mechanically locked to the jacket via an InterLock ring, which resists separation and preserves weight retention for deep, consistent penetration on medium to large game. This combination of controlled expansion and core integrity makes these bullets effective on deer, elk, and similar-sized animals where reliable performance matters.
Hornady engineered the jacket with a heavy shank section that works in concert with the InterLock design to control expansion and tighten accuracy. The secant ogive profile—a ballistic efficiency feature Hornady pioneered—promotes stable flight and flatter trajectories, helping you make cleaner hits at hunting distances. These are loaded components, not factory ammunition, so you're in control of the final round's performance through your own powder charge and primer selection.
For reloaders who shoot lever actions, black powder cartridges, or any rifle where traditional hollow points pose a magazine safety hazard, the FTX bullet offers a smart, field-proven alternative that doesn't compromise on terminal performance or accuracy.
| Caliber | .30 (.308) |
| Weight | 160 grains |
| Type | Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX) rifle bullet |
| Bullet Style | Polymer-tipped, expanding |
| Core Design | One-piece lead core with InterLock ring |
| Hornady Part Number | 30395 |
Yes. The Flex Tip design compresses safely on contact, making it ideal for tube-fed rifles like lever actions and some vintage bolt-guns where traditional hollow points pose a magazine-feeding or safety risk.
These bullets are designed for medium to large game including deer, elk, and similar-sized animals. The InterLock ring and controlled expansion provide reliable penetration and weight retention across typical hunting distances.
Yes. While engineered for lever-action safety and performance, FTX bullets work in any rifle that accepts .30 caliber bullets, including .308 Winchester, .30-06, and similar cartridges. They are loaded components, not factory ammunition, so you tailor performance to your rifle and load.
The InterLock ring is a mechanical lock that joins the lead core to the jacket, preventing core-jacket separation during impact. This preserves bullet weight, ensures deeper penetration, and delivers more consistent terminal performance on game.
SKU: 115653714 • Width: 2.7in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 4.2in • Weight: 2.35oz
Availability: In Stock
The Hornady 30395 FTX hunting bullets in .30 caliber 160-grain are purpose-built for lever-action rifles and other firearms where tubular magazines are the standard. The FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) design solves a real problem for lever gun shooters: delivering the expansion and accuracy of a modern hunting bullet without the safety concerns of traditional hollow points in close-quarters magazine storage. Whether you're handloading for a .308 Winchester, .30-30, or similar cartridge, these bullets combine proven Hornady engineering with the flexibility modern hunters demand.
At the heart of the FTX is Hornady's patented flex-tip technology. The polymer tip compresses on impact, triggering reliable expansion across a wide velocity range—critical for hunters who may take shots from 50 yards to well beyond typical lever-gun distances. The bullet's one-piece lead core is mechanically locked to the jacket via an InterLock ring, which resists separation and preserves weight retention for deep, consistent penetration on medium to large game. This combination of controlled expansion and core integrity makes these bullets effective on deer, elk, and similar-sized animals where reliable performance matters.
Hornady engineered the jacket with a heavy shank section that works in concert with the InterLock design to control expansion and tighten accuracy. The secant ogive profile—a ballistic efficiency feature Hornady pioneered—promotes stable flight and flatter trajectories, helping you make cleaner hits at hunting distances. These are loaded components, not factory ammunition, so you're in control of the final round's performance through your own powder charge and primer selection.
For reloaders who shoot lever actions, black powder cartridges, or any rifle where traditional hollow points pose a magazine safety hazard, the FTX bullet offers a smart, field-proven alternative that doesn't compromise on terminal performance or accuracy.
| Caliber | .30 (.308) |
| Weight | 160 grains |
| Type | Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX) rifle bullet |
| Bullet Style | Polymer-tipped, expanding |
| Core Design | One-piece lead core with InterLock ring |
| Hornady Part Number | 30395 |
Yes. The Flex Tip design compresses safely on contact, making it ideal for tube-fed rifles like lever actions and some vintage bolt-guns where traditional hollow points pose a magazine-feeding or safety risk.
These bullets are designed for medium to large game including deer, elk, and similar-sized animals. The InterLock ring and controlled expansion provide reliable penetration and weight retention across typical hunting distances.
Yes. While engineered for lever-action safety and performance, FTX bullets work in any rifle that accepts .30 caliber bullets, including .308 Winchester, .30-06, and similar cartridges. They are loaded components, not factory ammunition, so you tailor performance to your rifle and load.
The InterLock ring is a mechanical lock that joins the lead core to the jacket, preventing core-jacket separation during impact. This preserves bullet weight, ensures deeper penetration, and delivers more consistent terminal performance on game.
SKU: 115653714 • Width: 2.7in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 4.2in • Weight: 2.35oz