Product Description
"When Performance is Critical, You Need Critical Defense"
Hornady Critical Defense Ammunition was purpose built for concealed carry guns and designed to deliver reliable and controlled expansion regardless of target every time.. Critical Defense Ammunition is loaded with Hornady's FTX bullet which has a soft polymer insert that delivers superior controlled expansion and large, deep wound cavities over a wide range of velocities. Each round is loaded into a nickel case for increased visibility in low-light situations and premium low flash propellants that deliver proven performance, even in very short-barreled handguns that will not disrupt your vision.
- Unaffected by thick and heavy clothing, including denim and leather
- FTX bullet delivers superior controlled expansion and large, deep wound cavities over a wide range of velocities
- Clean burning and efficient propellants reduce recoil in lightweight handguns, and perform consistently at all temperatures
- Minimal muzzle flash protect night vision
- Feeds reliably in pistols
- Silver nickel plating prevents corrosion and is easily visible in low light situations
- Bullets are custom designed for individual loads
- Effective, consistent, reliable self-defense ammunition
This ammunition was designed by Hornady to expand every single time. This ammunition is new production, non-corrosive in brass cases.
Technical Information- Caliber: 22 WMR
- Bullet Weight: 45 Grains
- Bullet Style: Flex Tip eXpanding
- Case Type: Brass
Ballistics Information:
1-7/8" Pistol Barrel:
- Muzzle Velocity: 1000 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 100 ft. lbs.
24" Rifle Barrel:
- Muzzle Velocity: 1700 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 289 ft. lbs.
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Hard-hitting option for specific models
I purchased a box of these along with a box of lower tier Winchester 34gr and CCI 30gr rounds. While the latter two jammed in a Kel-Tec CMR-30, this one never failed to load correctly or fire and produced a modest but familiar kick that the two other two series lacked; the noise level was proportionately higher, but given the acoustics of a typical range it wasn't particularly loud compared to a 9mm or higher caliber type. The manufacturer of the carbine mentions 40gr are preferred, so the 45gr of bullet and the respectable performance of the WMR caliber generally worked well in terms of accuracy (shot placement) and muzzle velocity numbers. Hornady delivers high quality ammo for a bevy of firearms and the .22 WMR is no exception.
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A high-powered alternative to handgun rounds
I tested this batch along with two other CCI-brand WMR ammunition through a Kel-Tec CMR-30, and found its performance nearly-flawless compared with the other series. It feels relatively heavy in the palm given the slim cartridge, but the power of the Hornady Critical Defense line holds true for the 22 mag as well. The recoil was minimal but the target damage was only slightly smaller than the 9mm holes on the same surface, and the noise was notably lower than larger calibers as well. An excellent round for target practice or home defense, as ballistics gel tests on popular video sites will illustrate. Highly recommended product with superb performance and minimal jamming.