{"product_id":"hornady-45-colt-leverevolution-225gr-ftx-ammo","title":"Hornady .45 Colt LEVERevolution 225gr FTX Ammo","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep into the future of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/guns\/rifles\/lever-action\/\"\u003elever-action\u003c\/a\u003e performance with Hornady's groundbreaking .45 Long Colt LEVERevolution 225gr FTX Ammo. This revolutionary ammunition breathes new life into the classic .45 Long Colt cartridge, marrying time-honored tradition with cutting-edge ballistic technology. The patented FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullet shatters the limitations of conventional rounded-nose bullets, delivering unprecedented accuracy, flatter trajectories, and devastating terminal performance. Whether you're reaching out to distant targets on the range or pursuing big game in dense forests, this 225-grain powerhouse, propelled to a muzzle velocity of 960 fps, ensures that your lever-action rifle or revolver performs at its peak potential. Hornady's LEVERevolution line doesn't just improve your firearm's capabilities – it transforms your entire shooting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ctable id=\"specifications-table\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white;\"\u003e \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/hornady\/\"\u003eHornady\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLEVERevolution\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCaliber\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/handgun-ammo\/.45-colt\/\"\u003e.45 Long Colt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e225 grains\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Type\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFTX (Flex Tip eXpanding)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e960 fps\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Energy\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e460 ft-lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBallistic Coefficient\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.140\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSectional Density\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.157\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRounds Per Box\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMedium to Large Game Hunting, Personal Defense\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #666;\"\u003eThe \u003cspan itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHornady LEVERevolution .45 Long Colt 225 Grain FTX Ammunition\u003c\/span\u003e offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eBullet Type\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFTX (Flex Tip eXpanding)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eInnovative design safe for use in tubular magazines\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eBullet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e225 grains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eOptimized for balance between velocity and energy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e960 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eUp to 250 fps faster than conventional lever gun loads\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eMuzzle Energy\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e460 ft-lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eUp to 40% more energy than traditional flat point loads\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\"\u003eRounds per Box\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eConvenient packaging for range or field use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Use Cases:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium and Large Game Hunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for hunting medium to large game animals with lever-action rifles.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal Defense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effective for self-defense situations due to its expansion and energy transfer capabilities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLever-Action Rifle Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically designed to enhance the performance of lever-action rifles in the .45 Long Colt caliber.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Shooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for target practice and familiarization with your .45 Long Colt lever-action rifle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCowboy Action Shooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used in Cowboy Action Shooting competitions that allow for more modern ammunition designs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003ePros and Cons:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eInnovative Flex Tip Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe for tubular magazines in lever-actions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncreased Velocity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 960 fps muzzle velocity, up to 250 fps faster than conventional lever gun loads.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Ballistic Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flatter trajectory, more energy downrange.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eImproved Expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e FTX bullet design provides excellent expansion at all ranges.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for medium to large game hunting and personal defense.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #f44336;\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStorage Limitations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid long-term storage in tubular magazines.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Issues:\u003c\/strong\u003e May need newer followers in some rifles.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHigher Cost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally more expensive than traditional flat-point .45 Long Colt ammunition.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Firearm Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for lever-actions, less ideal for other .45 LC guns.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eAbout Hornady:\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eHornady Manufacturing Company, founded in 1949 by Joyce Hornady, has become a leader in the ammunition industry. Headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska, Hornady is known for its innovative approach to bullet and ammunition design. The company's commitment to quality and performance is evident in products like their LEVERevolution ammunition, which revolutionized lever-action rifle capabilities. Hornady's manufacturing facilities in the United States employ state-of-the-art technology to produce some of the most accurate and reliable ammunition on the market. Their FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) technology, featured in the LEVERevolution line, demonstrates Hornady's dedication to pushing the boundaries of ballistic science.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes the Hornady LEVERevolution .45 Long Colt ammunition unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: The Hornady LEVERevolution .45 Long Colt ammunition features innovative Flex Tip Technology, which allows for use of pointed bullets in tubular magazines. This results in higher ballistic coefficients, flatter trajectories, and up to 250 fps faster muzzle velocity compared to conventional lever gun loads. The 225 grain Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX) bullet provides exceptional accuracy and terminal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the trajectory of LEVERevolution ammo compare to standard .45 Long Colt loads?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: LEVERevolution ammunition typically offers a significantly flatter trajectory than standard .45 Long Colt loads due to the higher ballistic coefficient of the FTX bullet and increased muzzle velocity. This flatter trajectory results in less bullet drop at extended ranges, potentially improving accuracy and simplifying shot placement for hunters and target shooters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the effective range of this ammunition for hunting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: The effective range can vary depending on the firearm and shooter, but generally, LEVERevolution ammunition can extend the practical range of .45 Long Colt to 150 yards or more. This significant improvement over traditional loads, which are typically limited to around 100 yards, is due to the FTX bullet's higher ballistic coefficient and the cartridge's increased muzzle velocity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this ammunition safe to use in lever-action rifles with tubular magazines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the Hornady LEVERevolution ammunition is specifically designed to be safe in tubular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/accessories\/magazines\/\"\u003emagazines\u003c\/a\u003e of lever-action rifles. However, Hornady does not recommend storing this ammunition in tubular magazines for extended periods, as it may result in tip deformation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bolder;\"\u003e Is there a break-in period when switching to LEVERevolution ammo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eA: \u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255 255 255\/var(--tw-bg-opacity));\"\u003eWhile there's no specific break-in period required, it's always a good idea to test any new ammunition in your firearm to familiarize yourself with its performance characteristics. Some shooters may notice slight changes in point of impact compared to their previous loads, requiring sight adjustments, so it's recommended to practice with the new ammunition before using it in critical situations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Black Basin","offers":[{"title":"20","offer_id":48339089817700,"sku":"090255927924-20","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":48509958848612,"sku":"090255927924-60","price":89.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":48509958881380,"sku":"090255927924-100","price":146.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200","offer_id":48339089850468,"sku":"090255927924-200","price":285.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500","offer_id":48339089883236,"sku":"090255927924-500","price":677.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000","offer_id":48509958914148,"sku":"090255927924-1000","price":1341.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6625\/6996\/files\/AHDY92792.jpg?v=1777469948","url":"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/products\/hornady-45-colt-leverevolution-225gr-ftx-ammo","provider":"Black Basin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}