Description
Hornady Critical Defense in .38 Special +P loads a 110-grain FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) projectile intended for personal and home-defense use. Each box contains 25 rounds optimized for reliable feeding and consistent expansion in short-barreled pistols. The FTX polymer tip helps promote controlled expansion across a range of velocities while resisting clogging when passing through ordinary clothing.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .38 Special.
- The bullet weight is 110 grains.
- The bullet type is FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) polymer-tipped.
- Rounds per box: 25.
- The pressure rating is +P.
- Series designation: FTX / Critical Defense.
- Intended application: Home Defense.
- The ballistic coefficient is listed as 0.131.
- Rounds per case: 250.
- Reloadable: Yes.
Designed for concealed-carry and close-range defensive scenarios, this Critical Defense load balances controlled expansion with dependable feeding in compact handguns. The FTX profile and tuned propellants are intended to provide consistent terminal performance while minimizing disruptive muzzle flash, making it a practical option for shooters prioritizing dependable performance in personal-protection ammunition.
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