The Hornady FTX .38 Cal .357-inch 140 gr Flex Tip eXpanding bullet (Hornady part no. 35745) is built to achieve reliable expansion across a wide range of velocities, including the lower velocities typical of many .38-caliber handgun loads. On impact, the patented FTX tip compresses into the front of the bullet, driving expansion and transferring energy immediately for a dramatic temporary wound cavity even at low velocity. Hornady combines that tip with its InterLock Ring, which mechanically locks the core and jacket together for maximum weight retention and deep penetration.

Key Specifications

• Bullet diameter matches .38 Cal/.357-inch handgun cartridges.
• Bullet weight is 140 grains for this FTX loading.
• Built with the patented FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) polymer tip that compresses on impact to drive expansion.
• Reliable expansion is delivered even at low impact velocities, a common scenario for .38-caliber loads.
• Includes Hornady’s InterLock Ring for maximum weight retention and deep penetration.
• A secant ogive profile supports stability, flat trajectories, and accuracy.
• Packaged 100 bullets per box, a standard box count for this loading.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the FTX tip work at handgun velocities? Yes, Hornady designed the FTX to achieve reliable expansion over a wide range of velocities, including the lower velocities typical of many .38 Cal loads.

What keeps the bullet from losing its jacket on impact? Hornady’s InterLock Ring mechanically locks the core and jacket together, supporting maximum weight retention and deep penetration alongside the FTX tip’s expansion.

Buy the Hornady FTX .38 Cal 140 gr Flex Tip Bullets

Load your .38-caliber handgun with FTX bullets built to expand reliably even at low velocity. See more from Hornady in our reloading bullets selection. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, reliable shipping.