Description
Hornady BLACK 7.62x39mm 111gr MonoFlex Copper Ammo
Versatile, lead-free tactical and hunting ammunition optimized for reliable performance across a wide array of firearm platforms, featuring a monolithic copper MonoFlex bullet with a polymer tip.
Product Overview
Hornady BLACK 7.62x39mm 111-grain ammunition (Manufacturer SKU #80788) is engineered to deliver superior functional reliability and match-grade accuracy whether fired from traditional rifles, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), or modern sporting platforms. The lead-free MonoFlex construction utilizes a tough copper alloy designed for maximum weight retention and deep penetration.
Leaving the muzzle at 2,350 fps and delivering 1,361 ft-lbs of energy, this load provides flat trajectories and controlled terminal expansion. Each box contains 20 rounds of reloadable, brass casings equipped with clean-burning propellants and non-corrosive Boxer primers.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Manufacturer | Hornady |
| Manufacturer SKU / Part # | 80788 |
| Caliber | 7.62x39mm |
| Bullet Weight | 111 Grain |
| Bullet Type | MonoFlex Copper Alloy with Polymer Tip (Lead-Free) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2,350 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 1,361 ft-lbs |
| Casing Material | Reloadable Brass |
| Primer Type | Boxer, Non-Corrosive |
| Primary Use | Medium Game Hunting, Defense, and Tactical Applications |
| Rounds per Box | 20 Rounds |
Key Benefits
- MonoFlex Technology: One-piece monolithic copper construction retains up to 95% of its weight while offering deep, straight-line penetration.
- Flex Tip Design: Compresses upon impact to force the polymer tip into the hollow cavity, jump-starting rapid, consistent expansion across a wide velocity range.
- Lead-Free Compliance: Fully compliant for hunting in regions and states that restrict lead ammunition.
- Platform Versatility: Tailored propellants and meticulous quality controls ensure flawless cycling in direct impingement, gas piston, suppressed, bolt-action, and SBR configurations.
Compatibility & Usage Notes
Designed specifically for firearms chambered in 7.62x39mm. Excellent choice for hunters pursuing medium-sized game (such as whitetail deer and feral hogs) where lead-free rounds are required or preferred.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this ammunition be used in standard rifles as well as SBRs?
Yes. While optimized to perform efficiently out of short-barrel rifles, the MonoFlex SBR rounds function reliably in standard-length rifles, carbines, and pistols.
Are the cases reloadable?
Yes, Hornady BLACK utilizes virgin, Boxer-primed brass cases that are fully reloadable.
