Hornady Critical Defense Ammunition

Product Overview

Hornady Critical Defense ammunition is designed for personal defense and home protection. It features a patented FTX bullet technology that ensures reliable expansion and minimal clogging, even when fired through heavy clothing.

Key Features

• FTX Bullet Technology: The FTX bullet is designed to expand reliably and resist clogging, making it ideal for personal defense situations.
• Nickel-Plated Cartridge Cases: These cases are bright and easy to see in low-light conditions, simplifying chamber checks.
• Low-Flash Propellants: These propellants help preserve night vision by minimizing muzzle flash.
• Consistent Performance: The ammunition is designed to perform consistently across a wide range of temperatures and velocities.

Specifications

Muzzle Velocity

The ammunition has a muzzle velocity of 920 feet per second.

Muzzle Energy

The muzzle energy is 348 foot pounds.

Bullet Weight

The bullet weight is 185 grains.

Caliber

The caliber is .45 Colt.

Bullet Style

The bullet style is FTX.

Ballistic Coefficient

The ballistic coefficient is .140 (G1).

Distance Bullet Drop Starts

The distance at which the bullet drop starts is 50 yards.

Drop Over Distance

At 50 yards, the velocity is 870 feet per second, and the energy is 311 foot pounds.
At 100 yards, the velocity is 826 feet per second, and the energy is 280 foot pounds.

Additional Details

The ammunition includes features such as cannelured and crimped bullets to prevent bullet setback, ensuring consistent performance and reliability in various firearms.