dekeshooter
Sharpshooter
I've had great success with 240gr XTP's over the years in muzzleloaders, rifles and handguns.
I have less than good luck with the Hornady FTX bullets. They never as accurate or performed as well on target as the XTP for me.
Last year i tried mid range Nosler 240gr JHP in a Ruger 77/44. The bullet came apart on impact. It penetrated the onside shoulder, but both the bullet's jacket and core where found on the surface of the heart. I was very lucky to recover this deer. I would not recommend this bullet in a rifle or a high velocity handgun load to be used for deer.
I have less than good luck with the Hornady FTX bullets. They never as accurate or performed as well on target as the XTP for me.
Last year i tried mid range Nosler 240gr JHP in a Ruger 77/44. The bullet came apart on impact. It penetrated the onside shoulder, but both the bullet's jacket and core where found on the surface of the heart. I was very lucky to recover this deer. I would not recommend this bullet in a rifle or a high velocity handgun load to be used for deer.