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What does FTX mean in ammo?
Flex Tip eXpanding
The Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX) bullet developed for Critical Defense ammunition looks like a traditional Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) bullet whose cavity has been filled with a polymer plug.
What is a critical defense FTX bullet?
Critical DEFENSE® = Backup. Weapons/Off-Duty Carry The patented FTX® bullet and associated Flex Tip® technology used in Critical DEFENSE® ammunition eliminates the clogging and inconsistent expansion and penetration that often plagues hollow point bullets.
Is Hornady Critical Defense considered hollow point?
Hornady Critical Duty ammunition uses a projectile with what Hornady calls a “Flextip” polymer filling. The projectile does not have a “hollow nose.” Ammunition lacking a hollow cavity at the tip, such as those with a polymer filling, are not considered to be hollow point ammunition.
Is Hornady Critical Defense 9MM any good?
Low Recoil, Cycles, and Accurate . Given the amount time time I have behind these rounds I would say they One of the best 9mm options for self defense. Multiple reasons beginning with its consistency. These round feed fire and make contact with target through many types of handguns we…
Do cops carry hollow points?
There’s a good reason that police forces almost universally use hollow point rather than FMJ ammunition. Instead JHP rounds increase the likelihood of killing or disabling one’s opponent, which is an entirely legitimate outcome to seek in a military engagement.
Can you use Hornady Critical Defense on a 357 Magnum?
The Hornady Critical Defense load is perfectly usable in lightweight guns like the Ruger LCR .357 Magnum. While aggressive, its controllable. And fierce.
What are the features of Hornady Critical Defense?
The FTX’s Flex Tip® design delivers superior controlled expansion, flat trajectories, and large, deep wound cavities over a wide range of velocities. Critical Defense rounds are also expertly cannelured and crimped to avoid bullet setback, and feature a high-visibility, shiny silver nickel plating to prevent corrosion.
What kind of bullet is Hornady flex tip?
Unaffected by thick and heavy clothing, these rounds feature Hornady’s patented FTX bullet. The FTX’s Flex Tip® design delivers superior controlled expansion, flat trajectories, and large, deep wound cavities over a wide range of velocities.
What kind of tip material does Hornady use?
Hornady® achieved this by using the same tip material used in LEVERevolution® ammunition. All Critical Defense® ammunition is loaded in nickel-plated cases for increased visibility in low-light situations. Premium low flash propellants deliver proven performance, even in very short-barreled handguns, and won’t disrupt your vision.