Hornady Critical Defense .410 2.5" Triple Defense

Hornady Critical Defense .410 Triple Defense

Developed specifically for personal protection in short-barreled, concealed-carry firearms, the Hornady Critical Defense .410 delivers reliable performance when it matters most.

The Triple Defense Advantage

This innovative load stacks three projectiles in a single round:

• One FTX Slug — A 41-caliber, non-jacketed projectile that engages the gun's rifling and contacts the target nose-on. The patented Flex Tip technology ensures reliable expansion across a wide velocity range.
• Two Round Balls — Each 35-caliber ball is made from high-antimony, cold-swaged lead for superior penetration and resistance to deformation.

This combination delivers effective shot patterns that place all projectiles on a man-sized target at seven yards—critical for defensive situations.

Performance Features

• Optimized Propellants — Clean-burning formulas reduce recoil in lightweight handguns and limit muzzle flash to preserve night vision.
• Corrosion Resistance — Nickel-plated cases simplify chamber checks in low light and resist environmental degradation.
• Reliable Feeding — Feeds reliably in all .410 pistols without adjustment.
• Consistent Performance — Performs reliably through heavy clothing, including denim and leather, without the clogging issues that plague traditional hollow points.
• Made in the USA — Proudly manufactured to Hornady's exacting standards.

Specifications

• Gauge: .410
• Shell Length: 2.5 inches
• Muzzle Velocity: 750 feet per second
• Rounds per Box: 20

The Critical Defense .410 is the choice for shooters who demand the most effective, consistent, and reliable self-defense ammunition available.