- Details
The Alexander Arms FTX is a powerful .50 Beowulf cartridge designed for hunting applications. Each round features a 300 grain Hornady FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullet, known for its polymer tip that initiates rapid expansion upon impact. This ammunition is loaded in brass cases and comes packaged in boxes of 20 rounds, with 10 boxes per case. The .50 Beowulf cartridge offers significant stopping power and is suitable for hunting large game at moderate ranges.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Alexander Arms |
| Caliber | .50 Beowulf |
| Bullet Type | Hornady FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) |
| Bullet Weight | 300 grains |
| Casing Material | Brass |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1793 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2141 ft-lbs |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Application | Hunting |
| Reloadable | Yes |
Key Features:
The Alexander Arms AB300FTXBOX FTX Hornady FTX 300 Grain .50 Beowulf offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:
Applications & Use Cases:
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Powerful Cartridge: The .50 Beowulf cartridge offers exceptional stopping power and energy transfer.
- ✔ Hornady FTX Bullet: Features Hornady’s FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullet for controlled expansion and deep penetration.
- ✔ Heavy Bullet Weight: 300 grain bullet provides excellent momentum and terminal performance.
- ✔ Hunting Application: Specifically designed for hunting large game at shorter ranges.
- ✔ Brass Casing: High-quality brass casing ensures reliable feeding and extraction.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: The large caliber and heavy bullet weight can result in significant felt recoil.
- ✘ Limited Range: The .50 Beowulf is most effective at shorter ranges compared to smaller, faster cartridges.
- ✘ Ammunition Cost: Specialty ammunition like .50 Beowulf tends to be more expensive than common calibers.
- ✘ Firearm Compatibility: Requires a specific .50 Beowulf chambered firearm, limiting versatility.
About Alexander Arms:
Alexander Arms, founded in 2001 by Bill Alexander, is a renowned firearms manufacturer based in Radford, Virginia. The company is best known for developing and popularizing the .50 Beowulf cartridge, a powerful round designed for AR-15 platform rifles. Alexander Arms specializes in producing high-quality, innovative firearms and ammunition, with a particular focus on large-bore AR-15 variants. Their product line includes rifles, upper receivers, and ammunition in calibers such as .50 Beowulf, 6.5 Grendel, and .17 HMR.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the caliber of this ammunition?
A: This ammunition is chambered in .50 Beowulf, a large bore cartridge designed for AR-15 platform rifles.
Q: What is the bullet weight and type?
A: The bullet weight is 300 grains, and it uses Hornady’s FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullet type. This polymer-tipped bullet is designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration.
Q: How many rounds come in a box and case?
A: Each box contains 20 rounds, and there are 10 boxes per case, totaling 200 rounds per case.
Q: What is the primary application for this ammunition?
A: This ammunition is primarily designed for hunting. The .50 Beowulf cartridge is known for its excellent stopping power, making it suitable for large game hunting at moderate ranges.
Q: Is this ammunition reloadable?
A: Yes, this ammunition is reloadable. The brass casings can be reused for handloading, allowing shooters to create custom loads.
Q: What are the dimensions of the ammunition box?
A: The box dimensions are 7.3 inches in length, 2.6 inches in width, and 1.85 inches in height.
Q: Is this ammunition considered hazardous for shipping?
A: Yes, this ammunition is classified as hazardous for air shipping, as indicated by the ‘Y’ in the hazair field.
- UPC:
- 819511020953
- Brand:
- Alexander Arms Ammo
- Caliber:
- .50 Beowulf (12.7x42mm)
- Condition:
- New
- Bullet Type:
- Hornady Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX)
- Bullet Weight (Grains):
- 300
- Casing:
- Brass
