Description
This is a 200-round case of Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Luger ammunition, featuring the 115-grain FTX bullet with a polymer tip. Designed for personal protection, this load is engineered for reliable expansion through barriers like heavy clothing. Since adding it to our catalog in early 2024, it has proven to be a reliable seller with consistently positive customer feedback. Our staff recommends firing 50 rounds for function testing before relying on it for carry.
Stand-Out Features
- FTX Polymer Tip: The red polymer tip prevents clogging of the hollow point with clothing fibers and initiates consistent, controlled expansion.
- Critical Defense Formulation: Optimized for shorter-barreled handguns, providing reliable velocity and terminal performance from compact carry guns.
- Nickel-Plated Cases: Corrosion-resistant and provides smoother feeding and extraction, especially in adverse conditions.
- Flex Tip Technology: The flexible polymer tip acts as a wedge, driving the jacket and core apart for uniform expansion at a wide range of velocities.
- Low-Flash Propellant: Minimizes muzzle flash in low-light situations, helping to preserve your night vision.
Technical Data
| Caliber | 9mm Luger |
| Bullet Weight | 115 Grain |
| Bullet Type | FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1140 fps (from 4″ barrel) |
| Muzzle Energy | 332 ft-lbs |
| Case Type | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Quantity | 200 Rounds |
| Weight (measured) | 6.8 oz |
Your Questions Answered
Is this ammo suitable for all 9mm handguns?
Yes, it is loaded to standard SAAMI pressure specifications for 9mm Luger and is safe for use in all modern firearms chambered for it. However, as with any defensive ammunition, you must test it in your specific firearm to ensure 100% reliability. Our staff notes they recommend a 50-round break-in period before carrying it.
Why the polymer tip instead of a traditional hollow point?
The FTX tip serves two primary functions. First, it prevents the hollow point cavity from becoming plugged by heavy clothing material, which can cause a traditional hollow point to fail to expand. Second, the tip itself acts as an internal wedge to initiate more uniform and reliable expansion at lower velocities, such as those from short-barreled carry pistols.
How does the nickel plating benefit me?
Nickel-plated brass cases are highly corrosion-resistant, which is crucial for ammunition that may sit in a magazine or storage for extended periods. They also offer reduced friction for smoother feeding and more positive extraction, which contributes to overall reliability. The plating also makes spent cases easier to spot for collection.
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