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Hornady Critical Defense FTX ammunition is engineered specifically for people who carry concealed and need a round they can trust. This 250-round case comes packed in ten 25-round boxes and represents consistent quality tailored for real-world defense situations out of compact and full-size pistols.
Unlike traditional hollow points that can fail when their cavity gets clogged by fabric or debris, the Critical Defense FTX uses a patented polymer tip that sits inside the hollow point cavity. When the bullet strikes tissue, this tip compresses and creates outward pressure across the entire cavity, forcing reliable expansion every time. This design solves a real problem that plagues conventional hollow points, giving you consistent terminal performance even when your attacker is wearing heavy clothing like denim or leather.
The 115-grain load travels at 1140 fps and carries 329 foot-pounds of energy, which delivers solid performance from compact carry guns with shorter barrels. The ammunition uses low-flash propellants that won't destroy your night vision if you're forced to fire in darkness or dim lighting. The brass cases cycle reliably through semi-automatic handguns, and each round is loaded to precise specifications for consistent ballistic performance.
This full case provides 250 rounds ready to shoot, split into ten conventional 25-round boxes for convenient handling and storage. The ammunition is new production, uses Boxer primers for reloadability, and is non-corrosive. Each round is hand-inspected during manufacturing to Hornady's strict quality standards.
Yes. The patented Flex Tip design prevents clogging and creates consistent expansion even when passing through heavy fabrics like denim and leather. This addresses a major weakness of traditional hollow points that can become blocked by debris and fail to expand properly.
Absolutely. The 115-grain FTX load was specifically designed to deliver effective ballistics from short-barreled handguns. The low-flash propellants are optimized for compact platforms, and the reliable expansion doesn't depend on achieving maximum velocity.
Yes. All Critical Defense rounds use Boxer-primed brass cases that are suitable for reloading. Store the fired casings in a cool, dry place and follow standard reloading safety practices.
Critical Defense uses the FTX bullet optimized for civilian self-defense with controlled expansion and less over-penetration risk. Critical Duty uses a heavier FlexLock bullet designed for barrier penetration and deeper tissue penetration, making it intended more for duty use. For typical concealed carry, Critical Defense is the better choice.
| UPC | 10090255902508 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | 90250 CASE |
| Shipping Weight | 7.0 |
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