Hornady 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX (444 Marlin)

Hornady 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX (444 Marlin)

The Hornady 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX (444 Marlin) is a purpose-built bullet component optimized for handloaders using .444 Marlin lever-action rifles and other compatible .44-caliber platforms. Weighing 265gr with a .430-inch diameter, this 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX features Hornady’s Flex Tip technology for safe use in tubular magazines and enhanced ballistic performance in big game hunting environments.

Engineered with a polymer Flex Tip and a streamlined secant ogive, the 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX offers superior aerodynamics and a flatter trajectory compared to traditional flat-nose bullets. When loaded to velocities between 2,200 and 2,400 fps, the 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX maintains downrange energy and delivers expansion and penetration ideal for elk, deer, and black bear within 300 yards.

Internally, the 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX utilizes Hornady’s InterLock ring to mechanically secure the high-antimony lead core to the jacket, preventing core-jacket separation during impact. The bonded structure retains over 90% of its weight while expanding reliably even at lower velocities. Hunters trust the 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX for its ability to create large, deep wound channels and ensure clean, ethical kills.

This 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX stabilizes well in barrels with a 1:20 twist rate or faster and feeds reliably in lever-action rifles. The cannelure-free shank and smooth bearing surface allow for consistent bullet seating and uniform pressure curves. Handloaders appreciate the component’s precise dimensional tolerance, repeatable accuracy, and consistent point of impact across diverse powder charges.

Manufactured in Hornady’s facility in Grand Island, Nebraska, the Hornady 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX (444 Marlin) is sold as a bullet component only and must be paired with suitable cases, primers, and powder. With strict quality control and proven performance, this 44 Cal 430 265gr FTX is a top choice for those seeking lead-core, polymer-tipped performance with exceptional penetration and expansion in the .444 Marlin platform.