Hornady Critical Defense 25 ACP 35gr FTX

Hornady Critical Defense 25 ACP

Hornady Critical Defense ammunition represents purposeful engineering for personal protection in close-quarters situations. Developed specifically for short-barreled, concealed-carry firearms, this load delivers consistent performance when it matters most.

Key Features

• Caliber: 25 Auto
• Bullet Weight: 35 grains
• Bullet Type: Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX)
• Muzzle Velocity: 900 feet per second
• Ballistic Coefficient: .065
• Case Material: Brass
• Quantity: 25 rounds per box

Performance Characteristics

The patented FTX bullet design expands reliably even when passing through heavy clothing or other intermediate barriers—a critical advantage in real-world defensive scenarios. Unlike traditional hollow points that can clog and fail to expand, the Flex Tip geometry ensures consistent terminal performance.

Optimized propellants burn quickly and completely, reducing felt recoil and minimizing muzzle flash. This low-flash characteristic preserves your night vision in low-light defensive situations, a consideration often overlooked but essential for home defense.

Brass cases resist corrosion and simplify chamber checks in dim lighting conditions. The ammunition is loaded to reliable pressures suitable for the modest power levels of 25 Auto firearms.

The Hornady Difference

Since 1949, Hornady has maintained a philosophy of precision and reliability. Critical Defense ammunition reflects decades of experience in ammunition design and manufacturing, delivering dependable performance for personal protection.