Underwood Xtreme Defense Platinum: Purpose-Built Performance
The Xtreme Defense Platinum represents a significant advancement in 9mm self-defense ammunition. Built on Underwood's proven Xtreme Penetrator platform, this round combines ballistic engineering with real-world stopping power.
Key Performance Features
Penetration and Wound Cavity
- Optimized nose flute design achieves controlled penetration to approximately 18 inches
- Permanent wound cavity (PWC) exceeds 100% larger diameter and volume than conventional expanding hollow points
- Expansion occurs reliably even after passing through intermediate barriers—wallboard, sheet metal, and automotive glass have minimal effect on performance
Construction and Reliability
- Solid copper monolithic bullet construction ensures consistent performance
- 90-grain projectile at 1475 feet per second generates 435 foot-pounds of muzzle energy
- Supersonic velocity maintains energy downrange
- Nickel-plated brass casings provide superior corrosion resistance, improved feeding reliability, and easier reloading
Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger +P
- Bullet Weight: 90 grains
- Velocity: 1475 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 435 ft lbs
- Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.087
- Sectional Density: 0.102
- Case: Nickel-plated brass, reloadable, boxer-primed
- Primer: Non-corrosive
- Ammunition Per Box: 20 rounds
Practical Advantages
This ammunition is suppressor-safe and engineered for both hunting and self-defense applications. The lead-free copper construction makes it suitable for indoor ranges and environmentally conscious shooters. Nickel-plated casings resist tarnishing during storage and maintain their appearance through multiple reloading cycles.
Application:
Personal Defense
Boxes Per Case:
10
Bullet Type:
Solid Monolithic
Bullet Weight:
90 Gr
Caliber:
9mm Luger
Casing Material:
Nickel-Plated Brass
Muzzle Energy:
435 ft-lbs
Muzzle Velocity:
1475 fps
Rating:
+P
Units Per Box:
20