Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP loads are designed for compact handguns where reliable feeding and consistent terminal performance matter. These rounds use Hornady’s FTX (Flex Tip) projectile intended to promote controlled expansion across a range of velocities. The load is commonly packaged for civilian personal-defense and everyday carry applications in short-barreled pistols.
Packaging: Sold per box of 25 rounds. A full case contains 10 boxes (250 rounds); a case quantity is achieved by ordering the required number of boxes.
Key Specifications
- Caliber is .380 ACP.
- Bullet weight is 90 grains.
- Bullet type is FTX (Flex Tip).
- Rounds per box are 25.
- Boxes per case are 10.
- Muzzle velocity is 1000 fps.
- Muzzle energy is 200 ft·lb.
- Reloadable is Yes.
- Intended application is Home Defense.
- Units per case are 250.
Hornady Critical Defense ammunition offers a purpose-built carry load in a compact package. The FTX projectile is engineered to function reliably in short-barreled pistols and feeds well in common semi-automatic designs, while the 25-round box and 10-box case configuration provide options for both single-box purchase and bulk supply.
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