Description
The Hornady Custom 350 Legend 165 gr FTX strikes a solid balance between power and practicality for hunters working inside 200 yards. You're getting ammunition that's been hand inspected before it leaves the factory, which is exactly the kind of attention to detail that separates decent ammo from the kind that makes you confident in the field.
What Makes the FTX Bullet Work for 350 Legend
The FTX bullet uses Hornady's Flex Tip technology with a polymer tip that compresses on impact, triggering controlled expansion across a wide velocity range. The lead core stays mechanically locked to the jacket thanks to an InterLock ring, which means the bullet holds together better during expansion rather than coming apart and losing energy. This design was originally developed for lever guns, but it translates well to straight-wall cartridges like the 350 Legend where you need consistent performance at moderate velocities.
Performance You Can Count On
Loaded to 2200 fps from a standard barrel length, these rounds deliver 1773 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. That's respectable terminal performance for deer and hogs out to realistic hunting ranges. The 165-grain bullet weight hits a practical middle ground in the 350 Legend lineup, giving you a good blend of velocity and energy without excessive recoil or blast. Each box contains 20 factory-fresh rounds in new brass cases.
Why This Load Works for 350 Legend Hunting
The 350 Legend itself is a modern cartridge purpose-built for hunters dealing with straight-wall restrictions, and it's genuinely effective on medium game within its intended range. This Hornady offering pairs solid ammunition construction with a bullet design that's been proven in the field. You're not buying hype or experimental loads—you're buying rounds built by a company that's been making ammunition hunters trust for generations.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .350 Legend
- Bullet Weight: 165 grains
- Bullet Type: Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX)
- Case Type: Brass
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Muzzle Velocity: 2200 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 1773 ft-lbs
- Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.25
- Sectional Density: 0.187
- Primer Type: Centerfire
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 81197
- UPC: 090255811971
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of Hornady Custom 350 Legend ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
What game is the 350 Legend 165 grain FTX load suitable for?
This load is designed for medium-sized game like white-tailed deer and feral hogs at ranges under 200 yards. The 165-grain FTX bullet with controlled expansion makes it a capable choice for hunters working in typical whitetail hunting distances. The 350 Legend itself was specifically engineered as a straight-wall cartridge for medium game, and this Hornady load makes good use of that design.
How does the FTX bullet perform compared to other 350 Legend loads?
The Flex Tip design provides reliable expansion across a range of impact velocities, which matters with the 350 Legend's moderate speeds. The InterLock ring keeps the bullet together during expansion instead of fragmenting, helping maintain penetration and energy transfer. Field reports show this load delivers consistent results, though real-world performance ultimately depends on shot placement and whether you hit bone.
Can I use this ammo in any 350 Legend rifle?
Yes, this is standard 350 Legend ammo that will work in any rifle properly chambered for the cartridge, whether it's an AR platform, bolt-action, or single-shot. The 2200 fps velocity is loaded to standard pressure, so you won't have reliability issues in properly functioning rifles. Just make sure your barrel is actually 350 Legend—don't assume an AR is chambered for it without checking.
Are these rounds hand-loaded or factory loads?
These are factory loads made by Hornady. Every single round is hand inspected before packaging to ensure quality control. Hornady's approach with their Custom line is to give you ammunition with the consistency and care of hand-loaded rounds, but from a factory with quality control systems in place. That's a practical way to get reliable ammo without the cost and time of reloading.





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