Description
Sig Sauer engineered these rounds specifically for defensive situations, and it shows in every detail. The V-Crown design uses a stacked hollow point system with a main cavity plus a secondary hollow point cavity behind it, creating a consistent, controlled expansion pattern whether you're at contact distance or beyond. The V-shaped jacket includes precision skives and scores that work with the hollow point geometry to ensure uniform mushrooming across all realistic engagement distances and velocities.
What makes the construction stand out is the toothed cannelure running halfway up the bullet shank. This unique feature locks the jacket and core together more effectively than standard designs, which means maximum weight retention and superior structural integrity. That's a big deal for terminal performance you can count on. Each load is matched to the specific core temper of its bullet to extract maximum performance from the design.
Built for Reliable Function and Low Flash Performance
The nickel-plated brass cases cut down on corrosion while improving feeding and extraction consistency. The low-flash propellant keeps your night vision intact during low-light situations, a practical advantage in real-world defensive scenarios. All of this works together to deliver the kind of dependable performance that separates premium ammunition from the rest.
Why Sig Sauer's Elite Performance Line Matters
Sig Sauer brings the same design philosophy to ammunition that made their firearms trusted by professionals. These rounds carry the brand's commitment to precision and reliability into your magazine. The 180 grain weight provides solid energy levels at 985 fps and 388 ft-lbs while staying manageable in recoil-sensitive platforms.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .40 S&W
- Bullet Weight: 180 Grains
- Bullet Type: Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) V-Crown
- Muzzle Velocity: 985 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 388 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Nickel-Plated Brass
- Primer Type: Boxer
- Propellant Type: Low-Flash
- Manufacturer: Sig Sauer
- Model/Series: Elite Performance V-Crown
- Manufacturer Part Number: E40SW2-20
- UPC: 798681501700
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of Sig Sauer Elite V-Crown .40 S&W 180 grain JHP ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the advantage of the V-Crown stacked hollow point design?
The stacked design combines a main hollow point cavity with a secondary cavity behind it, creating a more consistent expansion pattern across different distances and velocities. This engineering improves reliability and structural integrity compared to conventional single-cavity designs, giving you predictable terminal performance you can depend on.
Why does this ammo use nickel-plated brass instead of standard brass?
Nickel plating provides better corrosion resistance and improves the case's ability to feed and extract smoothly from your firearm. These benefits are especially valuable in defensive ammunition where reliability isn't just preferred, it's essential.
What's the benefit of low-flash propellant in self-defense ammo?
Low-flash powder produces less muzzle flash, which helps preserve your night vision in low-light situations. This is a practical advantage in home defense or other defensive scenarios where you need to maintain visual awareness after firing.
How does the toothed cannelure affect performance?
The toothed cannelure (the groove halfway up the bullet shank) mechanically locks the jacket and core together more effectively. This ensures maximum weight retention during expansion, which translates to better terminal performance and penetration characteristics.



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