Description
Federal Syntech Defense is a purpose-designed handgun load in .40 S&W, offering a 175-grain segmented semi-jacketed hollow point in a 50-round box. The load uses a polymer jacket and Federal’s Catalyst primer system for reduced barrel heat and consistent ignition. Performance-oriented features are focused on reliable feeding, reduced fouling, and predictable terminal behavior for defensive and duty applications.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .40 S&W.
- The bullet weight is 175 grains.
- The bullet design is a segmented semi-jacketed hollow point with a deep-penetrating core.
- The box contains 50 rounds.
- Boxes per case are 10.
- The cartridge uses a lead-free bullet construction.
- The jacket is an advanced polymer (blue) intended to reduce barrel heat and fouling.
- Primer type is the Catalyst lead-free primer for reliable ignition.
- Reported core penetration in bare ballistics gel is 12 to 18 inches.
- Segments are reported to create three secondary channels more than 6 inches deep.
Syntech Defense loads combine segmented hollow-point construction with a polymer jacket and Catalyst primer to deliver an ammunition option optimized for duty, personal protection, and professional applications where consistent function and reduced barrel fouling matter. The 50-round boxes make it convenient to stock for training and service use while retaining the performance characteristics intended from Federal’s Syntech Defense line.





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