Hornady Critical Defense 40 S&W 165 gr Flex Tip eXpanding Ammo 20 Round Box 91340
Hornady's Critical Defense ammunition is loaded in nickel-plated cases for increased visibility in low-light situations. Premium low flash propellants deliver proven performance, even in very short-barreled handguns, and won't disrupt your vision. Reliable expansion and dependable terminal performance can be counted on for concealed carry and personal protection. The patented FTX bullet expands reliably and resists clogging when fired through heavy clothing and utilizes Flex Tip technology which eliminates the clogging and inconsistency.
Brand Hornady
Category Centerfire Handgun Rounds
Caliber 40 S&W
Model Critical Defense
Bullet Weight 165 gr
Rounds Per Box 20
Casing Material Nickel-Plated Brass
Application Home Defense
Boxes Per Case 10
Bullet Type Flex Tip eXpanding
Muzzle Energy 506 ft lbs
Muzzle Velocity 1175 fps
Specification |
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Value |
Caliber |
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40 S&W |
Weight |
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165 Grain |
Bullet Type |
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Ballistic Tip |
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MFG NO |
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91340 |
SKU |
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5658171 |
UPC |
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090255913408 |
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
Designed by Winchester and introduced by Winchester and Smith & Wesson in 1990, the 40 S&W was designed as a "compromise" semiautomatic pistol cartridge that would offer more performance than the 9mm Luger (9x19)…but would produce less recoil and allow higher magazine capacity than the 45 ACP. Few compromises in the firearms world have ever worked as well. From a manufacturing standpoint many pistols designed for the 9mm could be re-engineered to handle the larger cartridge; in a short time it has become a standard issue in the law enforcement community. Using a .400-inch bullet of from 135 to 180 grains from a .850-inch cae, the .40 S&W produces up to 1205 fps, and although recoil is greater than the 9mm, it is easier to shoot than the 45 ACP, and its greater velocity and smaller bullet diameter aid penetration. —
Craig Boddington