In the aftermath of World War II, leftover military munitions were flooding the civilian market. This was great for target shooters, but competitors and hunters were left with few quality options. In 1949 Joyce Hornady founded a new ammunition component company to fill this void and provide shooters will highly accurate and effective projectiles. Decades later Hornady is a cornerstone of the firearm industry and has earned its position in the upper tier of manufacturers. The testing and time they invest during development really shows when it comes to the consistency, reliability, and performance of their products. No matter which caliber or product line, you can't go wrong if you choose a box with the Hornady name on it.

Critical Defense is their self-defense line of ammunition and the go-to choice for many EDC individuals. This 200 round case of .40 Smith & Wesson is loaded with the highly touted FTX jacketed hollow point. Unlike other traditional hollow points, the FTX has a Flex Tip that fills the cavity to resist clogging when penetrating through clothing. It would seem that filling the cavity would prohibit it from expanding, but once it hits soft tissue the tip is compressed into the core and initiates rapid expansion. The wound channel created is devastating and immediately stops an attacker in their tracks. The 165 grain bullet clocks in with a velocity of 1175 feet per second and 506 foot pounds of energy at the muzzle. Hornady also chose a premium brass case and non-corrosive boxer primer. Not only are the casings reloadable, but it also rounds out an overall exceptional self-defense round. Don't trust your life and property to generic unproven loads. Choose Hornady Critical Defense .40 so you'll be prepared to encounter any threat.

Features and Specifications:
Manufacturer Number: 91340
Caliber: .40 Smith & Wesson
Bullet Weight: 165 Grains
Bullet Type: Flex Tip Jacketed Hollow Point (FTX JHP)
Muzzle Velocity: 1175 fps
Muzzle Energy: 506 ft lbs
Reloadable Brass Case
200 Rounds