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Hornady BLACK 300 Blackout 110 Grain NTX

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Manufacturer: Hornady. Exact official product pages and technical documents are recorded in the editorial verification log. Any retailer-listed field is labeled.

Ballistics Table

Official-data note: Hornady publishes velocity, energy, and trajectory through 300 yards from a 16-inch test barrel with a 200-yard zero. Wind drift is not shown.

Key takeaway: Hornady lists item 80862 at 2070 fps and 1047 ft-lbs. Figures from the different 110 gr V-MAX load must not be substituted.

Related 300 Blackout factory loads on Ammo Reports: Federal American Eagle 150 Gr FMJ, Hornady Custom 110 Grain CX, and Hornady Subsonic 190 Gr Sub-X.

The NTX Bullet — Why It Exists

The NTX (Non-Toxic eXpanding) projectile is Hornady’s response to lead-free hunting mandates that have expanded across multiple U.S. states and several international jurisdictions. Unlike a conventional cup-and-core or bonded bullet, the NTX uses a lead-free frangible core topped with a polymer tip. On impact, the tip drives rearward, initiating rapid expansion even at the moderate velocities that can occur at extended range or from shorter barrels. The absence of lead makes this load legal in California condor zones and other regulated areas where traditional lead-core bullets are prohibited.

In the 300 Blackout context, the NTX at 110 grains occupies the supersonic window that makes the cartridge most versatile — it cycles reliably in standard AR-15 platforms configured for 300 BLK and delivers meaningful terminal energy at hunting-relevant distances. The lead-free construction also makes it attractive for shooters who prioritize environmental considerations or who hunt on land with restrictions on lead ammunition, independent of any legal requirement.

It is worth noting that some retail listings for this SKU (80862) have historically described the projectile as a V-MAX, which is a separate Hornady bullet design using a lead core. The NTX and V-MAX are distinct products. Buyers should verify the bullet type printed on the physical box before use in regulated areas where lead-free compliance is required.

Best Uses

Good fit:

• Varmint hunting (prairie dogs, ground squirrels, coyotes) at distances inside 200 yards
• Predator control where lead-free ammunition is legally required or preferred
• Hunting where current regulations require lead-free ammunition, after verifying the rules that apply
• Supersonic 300 Blackout applications in standard 16-inch or longer barrels
• Hunters who want a single load that satisfies both performance and environmental compliance goals
• Situations where rapid fragmentation on small animals is the desired terminal outcome

Not the right tool for:

• Subsonic suppressed applications — this is a supersonic load and will not cycle reliably with subsonic-tuned gas systems
• Large or heavy game (deer-sized and above) where deeper penetration and controlled expansion are more important than rapid fragmentation
• Very short barrels (under 9 inches) where velocity loss may compromise reliable expansion
• Budget-sensitive shooters, because this is a premium lead-free varmint load rather than bulk training ammunition
• Situations requiring maximum retained weight or pass-through penetration on medium game

Reliability Notes

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Based on manufacturer claims and open-source information: Hornady loads the Black line to SAAMI pressure specifications and uses sequentially marked cases to support consistent headspace. The NTX bullet’s polymer tip is designed to resist deformation during magazine feeding, which is relevant in AR-platform rifles where rounds cycle under spring tension. Open-source user reports from hunting forums suggest the load functions reliably in standard 300 BLK uppers without modification, though no structured data from this site yet confirms that. All notes here reflect manufacturer claims or publicly available commentary, not independently verified test data.

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