Hornady Critical Duty 40 S&W 175 gr. FlexLock

Hornady Critical Duty: Serious Self-Defense Ammunition

The Hornady Critical Duty line represents a thoughtful approach to personal defense ammunition. This 40 S&W loading pairs a 175-grain FlexLock bullet with a muzzle velocity of 1010 feet per second, delivering 396 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle.

FlexLock Bullet Technology

The FlexLock bullet incorporates two key innovations:

• Flex Tip Design: A patented, no-clog tip that initiates consistent expansion on every shot while preventing the jacket clogging that plagued earlier hollow-point designs
• InterLock Band: A heavy-duty mechanical band that locks the jacket and core together, ensuring maximum weight retention through all FBI test barriers

Proven Construction

• High-Antimony Lead Core: Extremely tough material that delivers controlled expansion and provides better value than bonded-bullet alternatives
• Nickel-Plated Cases: Resist corrosion and enhance visibility during low-light chamber checks
• Cannelured Bullet with Crimped Case: Prevents bullet setback during feeding, ensuring reliable chambering

Performance Through Barriers

Critical Duty ammunition is specifically engineered for barrier-blind performance. It delivers consistent results when fired through common urban obstacles—a critical consideration for real-world self-defense scenarios.

Made in the USA

Hornady manufactures this ammunition domestically, maintaining strict quality control throughout the production process.