
Availability: In Stock
Hornady 451 round balls are precision-swaged lead projectiles built for accuracy and consistency in traditional muzzleloading. Whether you're shooting flintlock, percussion cap, or modern in-line muzzleloaders, these .451-diameter balls deliver the uniform performance that separates good groups from great ones. Cold-swaged from pure lead, they eliminate the air pockets and voids that can creep into cast projectiles, giving you confidence in every shot downrange.
What makes Hornady round balls stand out is their attention to surface quality. The smooth, uniform roundness ensures better rotation and more predictable ballistics, shot to shot. That consistency matters whether you're hunting deer at 50 yards or stretching it out on the range. The pure lead construction also stays true to how traditional muzzleloaders were meant to shoot—no copper jackets, no modern alloys, just proven lead-ball performance.
Each box contains 100 balls of identical diameter and weight. Before you shoot, check your firearm's bore size and determine whether you'll be using a compression fit or patched-ball setup; getting the right diameter for your loading method is key to unlocking this ammunition's accuracy potential.
| Diameter | .451 inches |
| Material | Pure lead (cold-swaged) |
| Quantity per Box | 100 balls |
Hornady 451 round balls are designed for .451-inch bore muzzleloaders. Before purchasing, verify your firearm's bore diameter and confirm whether you'll use compression fit or patched-ball loading, as this affects which diameter works best for your setup.
Yes. The precision swaging and uniform construction make these round balls appropriate for hunting applications where consistent shot placement matters. Performance depends on proper loading method, bore fit, and your firearm type.
Cold-swaged balls like these Hornady projectiles are pressed into shape, which eliminates air pockets and voids that commonly occur in cast ammunition. This results in more uniform weight and roundness, contributing to better accuracy and consistency.
SKU: 115767638 • Width: 2.3in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 4.1in • Weight: 2.1oz






Availability: In Stock
Hornady 451 round balls are precision-swaged lead projectiles built for accuracy and consistency in traditional muzzleloading. Whether you're shooting flintlock, percussion cap, or modern in-line muzzleloaders, these .451-diameter balls deliver the uniform performance that separates good groups from great ones. Cold-swaged from pure lead, they eliminate the air pockets and voids that can creep into cast projectiles, giving you confidence in every shot downrange.
What makes Hornady round balls stand out is their attention to surface quality. The smooth, uniform roundness ensures better rotation and more predictable ballistics, shot to shot. That consistency matters whether you're hunting deer at 50 yards or stretching it out on the range. The pure lead construction also stays true to how traditional muzzleloaders were meant to shoot—no copper jackets, no modern alloys, just proven lead-ball performance.
Each box contains 100 balls of identical diameter and weight. Before you shoot, check your firearm's bore size and determine whether you'll be using a compression fit or patched-ball setup; getting the right diameter for your loading method is key to unlocking this ammunition's accuracy potential.
| Diameter | .451 inches |
| Material | Pure lead (cold-swaged) |
| Quantity per Box | 100 balls |
Hornady 451 round balls are designed for .451-inch bore muzzleloaders. Before purchasing, verify your firearm's bore diameter and confirm whether you'll use compression fit or patched-ball loading, as this affects which diameter works best for your setup.
Yes. The precision swaging and uniform construction make these round balls appropriate for hunting applications where consistent shot placement matters. Performance depends on proper loading method, bore fit, and your firearm type.
Cold-swaged balls like these Hornady projectiles are pressed into shape, which eliminates air pockets and voids that commonly occur in cast ammunition. This results in more uniform weight and roundness, contributing to better accuracy and consistency.
SKU: 115767638 • Width: 2.3in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 4.1in • Weight: 2.1oz
