Hornady FTX Seating Stem .45 cal .452" 200 gr

The Hornady FTX Seating Stem .45 cal .452" 200 gr is a precision reloading component engineered for handloaders who demand exact bullet seating geometry. Designed specifically for .45 caliber ammunition, this seating stem allows you to seat Hornady FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullets with the repeatability and accuracy that competitive shooters and precision rifle builders expect. Whether you're loading for defensive carry rounds or match-grade .45 ACP and .45 Colt ammunition, proper bullet seating depth is critical to pressure curve consistency and point-of-aim predictability.

This seating stem is machined to match the exact profile of FTX bullet ogives, ensuring concentricity and preventing the press-induced runout that degrades accuracy. The stem works exclusively with Hornady Custom-Grade Dies, where its precision bore aligns the bullet's nose geometry for consistent seating depths across every round. The .452" diameter specification ensures compatibility with standard .45 caliber bullets, while the 200-grain weight specification indicates this stem is optimized for mid-weight projectiles commonly used in .45 ACP service loads and hunting applications. Hornady's proprietary design eliminates the guesswork of generic seating stems, delivering shot-to-shot consistency that translates directly to tighter groups downrange.

Reload enthusiasts working with Hornady Custom-Grade Reloading Dies will find this seating stem essential for maximizing the ballistic potential of FTX ammunition. Competitive shooters and handloaders committed to process control benefit most from this precision component, as it eliminates the variability introduced by universal seating stems that don't account for bullet shape. Installation is straightforward—the stem threads directly into your Hornady die assembly. Note that this stem is not compatible with other manufacturers' dies, so verify your press and die compatibility before purchase.