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Hornady, Critical Defense, 40S&W, 165 Grain | Flex Tip | (20 Round Box)

Hornady, Critical Defense, 40S&W, 165 Grain | Flex Tip | (20 Round Box)

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SKU:H91340

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Hornady Critical Defense 40 S&W 165 Grain Flex Tip 20 Round Box

 Specifications

  • Caliber: 40 S&W
  • Bullet Weight: 165 Grain
  • Bullet Type: FTX (Flex Tip)

 Features of the Ammunition

The Hornady Critical Defense 40 S&W 165 Grain Flex Tip ammunition is designed for defensive and personal protection scenarios. It uses a patented Flex Tip bullet technology that ensures reliable expansion and resistance to clogging when fired through heavy clothing. This ammunition is suitable for short-barreled, concealed carry firearms and is loaded in nickel-plated cases for easy chamber checks in reduced light conditions. The low-flash propellants help preserve night vision, making it a valuable choice for defensive situations.

 Bullet Technology

The FTX bullet is designed to provide superior controlled expansion, ensuring that the bullet performs consistently in various scenarios. This technology is particularly beneficial in defensive situations where precision and reliability are crucial. The Flex Tip design allows the bullet to expand reliably, even in the presence of heavy clothing, which is a common scenario in personal protection situations.

 Dependability

The Hornady Critical Defense ammunition is known for its dependability. The nickel-plated cases resist corrosion, and the optimized propellants burn quickly to reduce recoil and limit muzzle flash. This combination ensures that the ammunition performs consistently and reliably in any situation. The ammunition is boxer-primed and uses brass casings, making it durable and suitable for repeated use.

 Performance

The ammunition has been tested extensively to ensure its performance across different ranges. At the muzzle, the bullet velocity is 1175 feet per second, with a muzzle energy of 506 foot-pounds. At 50 yards, the bullet velocity is 971 feet per second, and the muzzle energy is 345 foot-pounds. At 100 yards, the bullet velocity is 914 feet per second, and the muzzle energy is 306 foot-pounds.

 Benefits

  • Consistent Performance: The FTX bullet technology ensures that the ammunition performs consistently across different ranges.
  • Reliable Expansion: The Flex Tip design ensures that the bullet expands reliably even through heavy clothing.
  • Dependability: The nickel-plated cases and optimized propellants make the ammunition dependable in any situation.
  • Night Vision Preservation: The low-flash propellants help preserve night vision, making it a valuable choice for defensive situations.


      For those looking for reliable defensive ammunition, the Hornady Critical Defense 40 S&W 165 Grain Flex Tip is an excellent choice. Its features, including the Flex Tip bullet technology and nickel-plated cases, make it a dependable and effective option for personal protection. Whether you are a law enforcement officer or a civilian, this ammunition is designed to provide the best performance in critical situations.

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