The Hornady LEVERevolution 45-70 Gov 325 gr Flex Tip eXpanding from the LEVERevolution series brings Superformance ballistics to big-bore shooters who need dependable terminal performance and manageable trajectories, with the polymer Flex Tip promoting controlled expansion and deep penetration at game-taking distances; rated at about 2,000 fps and generating roughly 2,886 ftlbs of energy, this round gives significant downrange authority for heavy game and lever-action hunters while brass casings feed and extract cleanly for quiet reliability at the range, and the American-made pedigree and recognizable yellow packaging make it an easy choice for shooters tracking performance by brand. Whether youre stalking brush elk or testing long, accurate lever-gun loads at your local range, this Hornady cartridge offers the Superformance trajectory benefits that reduce holdover and improve follow-up shots, and the combination of bullet weight and Flex Tip eXpanding design gives consistent expansion with deep penetration where shot placement matters most.