Description
The Hornady LEVERevolution 10mm brings a game-changing approach to handgun and carbine ammunition. For decades, lever-action rifle owners and 10mm carbine users were stuck with flat-nosed bullets that sacrificed ballistic efficiency for magazine safety. The FTX design changes that equation entirely.
What Makes LEVERevolution 10mm Stand Out
At the heart of this load is Hornady's patented elastomer Flex Tip (FTX) bullet. The soft polymer tip does two critical jobs: it's too flexible to ignite primers in a tubular magazine, solving the safety concern that kept pointed bullets out of lever actions, and it creates the aerodynamic profile of a traditional spitzer bullet. The result is a dramatically flatter trajectory compared to conventional 10mm loads, along with velocity gains that can reach 250 fps over traditional flat-point ammunition.
Performance Designed for Real-World Hunting and Defense
This 150-grain load generates 1,220 fps at the muzzle and 496 ft-lbs of energy out of the box. The propellant package is optimized to achieve maximum velocity at conventional pressures, which means you're getting premium performance without pushing dangerous pressure levels. Real users report that LEVERevolution ammunition feeds reliably through tubular magazines without any deformation of the polymer tip, and it delivers that improved downrange energy and expansion that makes it suitable for hunting small-to-medium game, target shooting, and defensive applications.
Built for Reliability and Made in the USA
Each round comes in a brass case designed for reloading if you're so inclined. The ammunition is loaded and inspected to Hornady's quality standards and manufactured domestically. If you're running a modern 10mm carbine or lever-action rifle and want the ballistic advantage of a pointed bullet without the safety concerns that have traditionally ruled them out, this is the load that delivers on that promise.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: 10mm Auto
- Bullet Weight: 150 Grains
- Bullet Type: Hornady FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,220-1,225 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 496-500 ft-lbs
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Case Material: Brass
- Reloadable: Yes
- Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
- Manufacturer Part Number: 91258
- UPC: 090255912586
- Country of Origin: United States
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of 10mm Auto ammunition
- Brass casings
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use LEVERevolution 10mm ammunition in a standard handgun or is it only for lever actions?
LEVERevolution 10mm works in both lever-action carbines and standard 10mm handguns like the Glock 20 or Sig Sauer P320. The FTX bullet was specifically designed to be safe in tubular magazines, but it performs flawlessly in traditional magazines as well. The real advantage is that you get the ballistic benefits of a pointed bullet in either platform.
Will the polymer tip of the FTX bullet deform if I store ammunition in a tubular magazine?
While the polymer tip is designed to be soft and safe around primers, Hornady recommends not storing LEVERevolution ammunition in tubular magazines for extended periods, as prolonged contact can cause tip deformation. Load them into the magazine when you're ready to shoot, rather than keeping them loaded for months at a time.
How much flatter does LEVERevolution 10mm shoot compared to traditional 10mm ammunition?
The FTX bullet's higher ballistic coefficient and the velocity increases of up to 250 fps deliver noticeably flatter trajectories than standard flat-nose 10mm loads. This means better accuracy at distance and more consistent downrange energy. At 100 yards, you can expect a measurably different point of impact compared to conventional ammunition.
Is LEVERevolution 10mm suitable for hunting?
Yes, this load is specifically engineered for hunting small-to-medium game, with applications that range from hunting to target shooting to defensive use. The 150-grain FTX bullet expands reliably and delivers sufficient energy for ethical game taking when shot placement is good. Many hunters use it in lever-action carbines for extended-range opportunities that traditional 10mm ammunition couldn't support.





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