.357 Mag 140 gr FTX LEVERevolution Ammunition

Description

Hornady LEVERevolution has redefined what you can do with a .357 Magnum lever gun. The 140-grain FTX bullet is engineered specifically for lever-action rifles and revolvers, combining ballistic efficiency with the safety features needed for tubular magazine feeding.

Why the Flex Tip Design Matters

The patented elastomer Flex Tip technology is what sets LEVERevolution apart from standard .357 loads. Traditional pointed bullets create a serious safety issue when loaded in tubular magazines—they can rest directly against the primer of the round in front of them, risking accidental ignition. The soft, polymer tip of the FTX bullet eliminates this risk while maintaining a higher ballistic coefficient than conventional flat-point designs. This means you get better bullet efficiency, flatter trajectories, and improved downrange performance without compromising safety.

Performance That Shows Downrange

With a muzzle velocity of 1440 fps and 644 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, this load delivers up to 40% more energy than traditional flat-point lever-gun ammunition. The higher ballistic coefficient keeps the bullet flying truer to the target, producing measurably flatter trajectories at extended ranges. If you've been limited by standard .357 lever loads for hunting or target work, the difference in performance is immediately noticeable.

Built for Reliability

Loaded with non-corrosive powders and a Boxer primer, LEVERevolution ammunition offers the consistency you expect from Hornady. The brass case is reloadable for those who want to stretch their investment. Each round is built to function reliably through lever actions and revolvers alike, though note that some older firearms with original magazine followers may benefit from updating to a newer follower design for optimal feeding of the final round.