Hornady Critical Defense in 5.7x28mm provides a polymer-tipped defensive projectile option for compatible firearms. The load features Hornady’s FTX (Flex Tip) design and is packaged for retail in small boxes for personal-use buyers. Cartridge cases are nickel-plated for visibility and corrosion resistance, and the product is available in boxed and case quantities.
Packaging
Box: Sold per box containing 25 rounds. Case: Sold by case comprised of 10 boxes (250 rounds); a case quantity is achieved by ordering the required number of boxes.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 5.7 x 28 mm.
- The bullet type is Polymer Tipped (FTX).
- The number of cartridges per box is 25.
- The number of units per case is 250.
- The number of boxes per case is 10.
- The case material is Nickel-Plated.
- The product line / model is Critical Defense.
- The product type is FlexTip.
- The intended application is Personal Defense.
- Reloadable status is Yes.
Hornady Critical Defense 5.7x28mm with FTX offers a purpose-built, boxed ammunition option for responsible shooters seeking a polymer-tipped defensive loading. Packaged for retail and bulk purchase, it provides nickel-plated cases and low-flash propellants in a compact, easy-to-store format.
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