.380 ACP 68gr Lehigh Defense Xtreme Defense FTM Ammo

Description

The Lehigh Defense Xtreme Defense line takes a completely different approach to .380 defensive ammo. Instead of relying on expansion like traditional hollow points, these 68-grain rounds use a precision-engineered solid copper bullet with radial flutes that manage hydraulic energy differently.

How the Xtreme Defense FTM Design Works

The solid copper construction and fluted geometry force hydraulic energy inward during impact, then as that energy gets restricted, it accelerates outward. This creates a permanent wound cavity that rivals larger calibers without requiring the bullet to expand or deform. That matters in real situations because deformation makes bullets susceptible to degradation when they pass through barriers like denim, heavy clothing, drywall, or auto glass. The Xtreme Defense maintains consistent performance regardless of what it encounters first.

Performance in Compact Pistols

Loaded to 1100 fps with 183 foot-pounds of muzzle energy, this round was specifically tested and developed for short-barreled .380 pistols. The velocity and weight combination delivers penetration depths up to 18 inches while controlling over-penetration concerns. The brass casing ensures reliable feeding and ejection across the wide range of compact .380 designs out there, from single-stack sub-compacts to slightly larger carry guns.

What Makes This Different

Because the bullet doesn't need to expand to be effective, it won't fail if it hits intermediate barriers first. That's the core advantage over conventional hollow point designs that can be dramatically affected by whatever they hit before reaching soft tissue. The all-copper construction also means cleaner shooting with minimal fouling, and you get the environmentally-friendly lead-free design without any performance compromise.