Hornady .45 Auto Critical Defense FTX, 185gr, 20ct

Hornady Critical Defense .45 ACP – 185 Gr FTX® (Model 90900) — 20 Rounds

Experience top-tier personal protection in a compact, consistent package. The Hornady Critical Defense .45 ACP 185 gr FTX® is engineered specifically for concealed carry and defense—even in short‑barrel pistols—delivering reliable expansion, reduced muzzle flash, and maximum visibility in low-light conditions.

Key Features

• Patented Flex Tip (FTX®) Bullet Technology
  Incorporates a polymer tip that resists clogging and initiates expansion reliably—even through heavy clothing.

• Short-Barrel Performance
  Optimized for effective function in compact pistols and subcompact frames—consistent expansion and energy even from very short barrels.

• Low‑Flash Propellant & Enhanced Visibility Cases
  Low-flash powder preserves night vision; cases are nickel-plated for easier chamber checks—though current batches may temporarily use brass due to plating delays.

• Reliable Terminal Ballistics
  Typical muzzle velocity of ~1,000 fps and energy around 411 ft‑lbs delivers deep energy transfer and controlled expansion.

• Made in the USA, Reloadable Components
  Loaded in boxer‑primed, reloadable brass cases with non‑corrosive primers and high‑quality European-made bullets.

Technical Specifications

Recommended Use Cases

• Primary or backup self-defense ammo, especially for concealed-carry setups using short-barrel handguns.

• Great for users seeking consistent expansion and terminal performance across barriers.

• Can be used as training ammo when accuracy counts and cost is acceptable.

• Reloadable brass case makes it suitable for reloaders wanting to reuse once fired.

Item # 90900