Hornady Critical Defense 40 S&W 165gr FTX

Hornady Critical Defense 40 S&W 165gr FTX

Hornady's Critical Defense line represents a thoughtful approach to personal protection ammunition. This 40 S&W load pairs a 165-grain FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullet with carefully selected powder and primer components.

Key Features

• FTX Bullet Design: The Flex Tip eXpanding bullet is engineered to expand reliably through intermediate barriers while maintaining controlled penetration
• Consistent Performance: Loaded to deliver predictable ballistics and reliable function in defensive firearms
• Proven Platform: The 40 S&W cartridge offers a balance of power and controllability for most shooters
• Quality Control: Hornady's manufacturing standards ensure consistent velocity and accuracy

What to Expect

This ammunition is specifically formulated for self-defense scenarios. The 165-grain bullet weight provides a balance between velocity and energy transfer. The FTX design helps prevent over-penetration while ensuring adequate depth of penetration for reliable stopping performance.

Critical Defense ammunition is not intended for practice or training—reserve it for defensive use. For range work, consider Hornady's practice ammunition options.

Specifications

• Caliber: 40 S&W
• Bullet Weight: 165 grains
• Bullet Type: FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding)
• Case: Brass
• Primer: Boxer
• Packaging: 10 boxes per case (25 rounds per box)