$88.99
43 in stock
Online inventory may differ from in-store availability.
Quick turnaround so you get your gear sooner.
Trusted checkout with industry-standard protection.
Keeping Traditions Alive Since 1953
Secure Transactions provided with 
Hornady built this Custom line to give you the benefits of hand-loaded precision in a factory cartridge. Each round of the 500 S&W Magnum pairs a 300 grain Flex Tip eXpanding bullet with quality brass cases and carefully matched powder and primers. The result is ammunition that delivers consistent performance round after round.
What makes the FTX bullet stand out
The polymer tip on the FTX design compresses on impact and initiates expansion across a wide range of velocities. Unlike traditional hollow points that can be inconsistent, this design creates reliable, controlled expansion that penetrates deep while opening up a devastating wound channel. The soft polymer tip is tough enough to handle the jacket and feed reliably, but soft enough to not dent primers when rounds are loaded together.
Built for precision and performance
You get 2075 fps muzzle velocity and 2868 ft-lbs of muzzle energy with this load, which delivers roughly 40% more energy than traditional flat point loads in the same caliber. Every round comes in reloadable brass cases and is hand inspected by Hornady before boxing to ensure quality control that rivals many handloads.
Who needs this ammunition
The 300 grain weight puts this load in the sweet spot for medium to large game hunting. It shoots accurately from big-bore revolvers and performs well for anyone demanding a balance between velocity and that deep penetration the 500 S&W is known for delivering.
The 300 grain weight is suitable for medium to large game hunting. This bullet weight works well for North American big game including elk, moose, and black bear at reasonable hunting ranges. The FTX design's controlled expansion makes it effective for clean, ethical kills on tough-skinned game. For the largest and most dangerous game species, heavier bullets over 350 grains are typically preferred.
The Hornady FTX uses a soft polymer tip inside the hollow point cavity that initiates expansion reliably across a wide range of velocities. Traditional hollow points can be inconsistent, with some expanding too rapidly or fragmenting unpredictably. The FTX design delivers controlled expansion, maintains bullet integrity for deeper penetration, and resists clogging when passing through heavy materials or clothing.
Yes, the brass cases are reloadable and non-corrosive. Hornady produces most of the brass for their Custom ammunition and selects all other brass to meet high standards for reliable feeding, corrosion resistance, and the ability to withstand maximum chamber pressures. Many users reload this ammunition multiple times with excellent results.
Hornady Custom ammunition is loaded to match-grade tolerances and hand-inspected before packaging. Users report excellent accuracy from the 500 S&W Magnum 300gr FTX load, with many describing it as smooth-shooting for the caliber and capable of producing tight groups when fired from a quality revolver or rifle chambered in 500 S&W.
| Caliber/Gauge | .500 S&W Magnum |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 4.45 |
| Grains | 300 gr |
| Length | 4.1500 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 9249 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | FlexTip |
| Shipping Weight | 1.55 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 090255392494 |
You must be logged in to post a review.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.