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.348 | 200gr | Hornady FTX

Our reloading data for the .348 | 200gr | Hornady FTX bullet covers a total of 1 suitable calibers and 0 load recipes

The Hornady FTX bullet is an innovative design aimed at optimizing performance in lever-action rifles and other firearms where tubular magazines or unique feeding mechanisms are used. Featuring a polymer tip that streamlines the projectile for more efficient flight, the FTX bullet enhances ballistic coefficient and trajectory while ensuring safe use in tubular magazines. Upon impact, the proprietary Flex Tip initiates reliable expansion, allowing the bullet to expand rapidly and uniformly while retaining its cohesive integrity. This results in a controlled expansion and deep penetration, crucial for achieving a clean kill. The jacket construction is meticulously designed to balance expansion and weight retention with high-impact performance, making it particularly effective on medium-sized game such as deer and antelope. Suitable calibers range from traditional lever-action rounds to certain handgun cartridges in lever-action platforms. For handloaders, the FTX provides an excellent blend of aerodynamics and terminal ballistics, enhancing reload customizability while maintaining Hornady’s reputation for precision and consistency.

About this bullet

.348 | 200gr | Hornady FTX is a bullet made by Hornady. At 200 gr (13.0 g) and a diameter of 0.348'' (8.84 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.32 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance. A twist rate of 1:6.0 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet.

Load data for .348 | 200gr | Hornady FTX bullet is available in the following calibers:

Safety notes

All load data is reference data only. Always start at the minimum charge and work up in small steps while watching for pressure signs. Never exceed the maximum charge published by the powder or bullet manufacturer.