Hornady Custom .300 AAC Blackout 135gr FTX

Description

The Hornady Custom .300 AAC Blackout 135gr FTX stands out as a versatile, well-engineered round for anyone running the 300 BLK platform. Built in Hornady's Custom series, this ammunition pairs precision factory loading with the proven FTX polymer-tip bullet design that's earned respect across both hunting and defensive communities.

Flex Tip Performance

The 135-grain FTX bullet is purpose-built for the 300 Blackout's operating envelope. Its interlocking core-to-jacket design prevents bullet deformation during flight while delivering controlled expansion on impact. The secant ogive profile and polymer tip work together to create a ballistic coefficient that delivers a flatter trajectory than you'd expect from a subsonic-rated load, while still maintaining the punch needed for medium game and defensive scenarios.

Custom-Grade Quality Control

Each round gets hand-inspected before packaging to maintain Hornady's quality standards. The brass cases are carefully selected for reliable feeding and corrosion resistance, and the primers and powder are matched to the specific load for consistent pressure and velocity from round to round. If you reload, these cases are boxer-primed and ready for the reloading bench.

Ballistics and Velocity

Out of the factory, these rounds deliver 2,085 feet per second and 1,303 foot-pounds of energy. While that places them in the supersonic range, the 135-grain weight still makes them suitable for both open-country hunting within reasonable ranges and tactical applications. The load works well in both standard and short-barreled AR-15 platforms without requiring special modifications. This particular grain weight offers the middle ground between the lighter, faster rounds and the heavier subsonic loads, giving you solid performance without excessive velocity spikes.