Hornady Critical Defense .308 Winchester 155 gr FTX is rifle ammunition developed for short-range personal defense and close-quarters use. It uses Hornady’s FTX polymer-tip bullet designed to promote controlled expansion and reliable feeding through rifles. The load is intended for shooters who prioritize predictable terminal performance and dependable feeding in defensive rifle platforms.
Packaging
Box: Sold per box containing 20 rounds, the typical retail unit for this product. Case: Available by the case, which is fulfilled by ordering the required number of boxes to reach a standard case quantity of 10 boxes (200 rounds).
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .308 Winchester.
- The bullet weight is 155 gr FTX.
- The bullet type is polymer-tipped FTX.
- Each retail box contains 20 rounds.
- A standard case contains 10 boxes (200 rounds).
- The reported muzzle velocity is 2785 fps.
- The reported muzzle energy is 2669 ft lbs.
- The product is part of the Critical Defense line.
- The ammunition is reloadable.
Purpose-built for short-range defensive scenarios, this Hornady Critical Defense load offers the FTX design for controlled expansion and consistent feeding in modern rifles. Its configuration and box/case packaging make it suitable for shooters seeking a reliable defensive rifle cartridge in standard retail and bulk quantities.
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