Hornady Critical Defense Lite .38 Special 90gr FTX – 25rd

Description

Hornady Critical Defense Lite .38 Special 90 grain FTX is a reduced-recoil load engineered for compact, short-barreled handguns and lightweight revolvers. The cartridge uses a polymer Flex Tip (FTX) bullet and premium propellants designed to limit felt recoil and muzzle flash. Nickel-plated cases improve visibility in low light and resist corrosion for dependable handling.

Key Specifications

• The cartridge is .38 Special.
• The bullet weight is 90 grains.
• The bullet features a FTX polymer tip.
• Tested muzzle velocity is 1200 fps.
• Tested muzzle energy is 288 ft-lbs.
• Each box contains 25 rounds.
• Boxes per case are 10.
• Cases consist of nickel-plated brass.
• This ammunition is reloadable.

Critical Defense Lite delivers a lower-recoil option while retaining the expansion characteristics of Hornady’s FTX design, making it suitable for shooters who want manageable recoil in compact carry revolvers and short-barreled handguns. With nickel-plated cases and low-flash propellants, this load is built for consistent handling and close-range performance in everyday carry configurations.

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