Hornady 30 Cal 135gr FTX

Hornady 30 Cal 135gr FTX

The Hornady 30 Cal 135gr FTX is a high-performance bullet component engineered for handloaders seeking controlled expansion, flat trajectory, and deep penetration in .30-caliber hunting rifles. Weighing 135 gr with a .308-inch diameter, the 30 Cal 135gr FTX incorporates Hornady’s Flex Tip® design—a polymer-tipped hollow-point atop a spire-point profile—allowing for reliable terminal performance even at lever-gun velocities.

The 30 Cal 135gr FTX features a secant ogive and boat-tail base, delivering a higher G1 ballistic coefficient and improved downrange velocity retention. This aerodynamic design supports flat shooting and minimal wind drift. With the polymer tip ensuring consistent mushrooming on medium-sized game, the 30 Cal 135gr FTX excels at ranges out to 300 yards.

Internally, the 30 Cal 135gr FTX uses Hornady’s InterLock® ring to mechanically lock the lead core to the jacket for enhanced structural integrity. This core bonding allows the 30 Cal 135gr FTX to retain over 90 percent of its mass upon impact, translating into deep wound channels and dependable penetration through heavy muscle or light bone.

The 30 Cal 135gr FTX stabilizes well in barrels with twist rates of 1:10 to 1:12 and feeds smoothly in bolt-action, lever-action, and magazine rifles. Its consistent ogive and concentric jacket support accurate seating and tight grouping, making the 30 Cal 135gr FTX a favorite among hunters targeting whitetail, hogs, and deer in varied terrain.

Manufactured in Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the 30 Cal 135gr FTX is sold as a bullet component only. Reloaders must match it with appropriate brass, powder, and primers. With strict quality control on jacket thickness, tip alignment, and core bonding, the Hornady 30 Cal 135gr FTX stands as a trusted choice for serious hunters who demand consistent, accurate, and ethical performance in .30-caliber rifles.