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Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Centerfire Pistol Ammunition 90080 for Self-Defense 28% Off

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Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 grain Flex Tip eXpanding Brass Cased Centerfire Pistol Ammo, 25 Rounds, 90080
Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 grain Flex Tip eXpanding Brass Cased Centerfire Pistol Ammo, 25 Rounds, 90080
Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 grain Flex Tip eXpanding Brass Cased Centerfire Pistol Ammo, 25 Rounds, 90080
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Hello, is this ammunition ok for use in a SW Sigma sw380? Thank you. Expert Answer

Yes, the Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Centerfire Pistol Ammunition will be compatible with your S&W SW380 pistol in light amounts.

by Ethan, Gear Expert, November 1, 2022
Hollow point? Expert Answer

It is similar to Hallow Point but these are FTX ammo. FTX ammo is used for hunting.

by Ryan Tarczynski, Gear Expert, February 12, 2021
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Customer Reviews
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Great product by Phil, Verified Owner, April 3, 2024
I really like Critical Defense .380 ammo as for personal defense. I like the flex tip so the round won’t get clogged. My Ruger .380 likes this ammo.
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Great Ammo, but check in your gun first. by CAL, Verified Owner, December 8, 2023
I have used Hornady Critical Defense before and stand by this lineup of ammo, but make sure you put enough rounds through your carry firearm to make sure it runs well. Just purchased a SIG P365 380 and it will not work in this gun. 5 FTF's in one b...
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It feeds reliably by preacherwebb, March 9, 2023
If you are having any feeding issues with a Glock 42 (or any of the other smaller .380's), especially with hollow points / carry / defense ammo, give this a try. It has a more rounded nose, giving it a smoother feed from magazine to ramp to chamber....
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Great defensive ammo by Craig, Verified Owner, August 10, 2025
this is my go to ammo for my lcpII and BG2.0. runs great and always feeds without issue
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Great Ammo by 380user, Verified Owner, March 4, 2025
critical defense is reliable and i use it for all serious applications
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worth the long wait by ronjo, Verified Owner, December 27, 2021
ordered oct 2020 and just received dec 2021. optics planet honored the original price at the time i ordered the ammo over a year ago. very satisfied. thank you. now i hope that the winchester 9 mm ordered at same time gets to you and then shipped...
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Number of Rounds:
25

Code: 0H-LAP-90080

MPN: 90080

UPC: 090255900804

List: $39.53Save 28%
$1.13/Round
$28.29

Product Info for Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Centerfire Pistol Ammunition

Arm yourself with reliable Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 grain FTX Centerfire Pistol Ammunition for extra confidence while conceal carrying your weapon. Hornady crafted this 380 ACP Ammunition with patented Flex Tip technology which eliminates clogging that is common with other hollow point bullets. Each round of Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90gr FTX Centerfire Handgun Ammo is made with a nickel-plated case that is resistant to corrosion, and the special propellants help reduce recoil and muzzle flash for peak accuracy. Pick up some Hornady 380 Auto 90gr FTX Critical Defense Pistol Ammunition to deliver your best performance when putting shots on target.image

Buy Hornady ammo to get bullets that are accurate, consistent, and always dependable.

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Specifications for Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Centerfire Pistol Ammunition:

Manufacturer: Hornady
Caliber: .380 ACP
Number of Rounds: 25
Bullet Type: Spitzer
Bullet Weight: 90 grain
Cartridge Case Material: Brass
Muzzle Velocity: 1000 ft/s
Muzzle Energy: 200 ft-lbs
Application: Self-Defense
Package Type: Box
Primer Style: Centerfire
Sectional Density: 0.102
G1 Ballistic Coefficient: 0.099

Features of Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Centerfire Pistol Ammunition:

  • FTX Bullet Technology: Thanks to its patented Flex Tip, the FTX expands reliably while avoiding the clogging that can plague other hollow point bullets when passing through heavy clothing and other barriers.
  • Defense-Centered Design: Critical Defense ammunition was developed to provide the best performance for personal protection and is the ultimate choice for concealed carry firearms or self defense rifles. Bright cartridge cases ease chamber checks in reduced light, and low-flash propellants preserve night vision.
  • Dependable:Cases resist corrosion and optimized propellants burn quickly to reduce recoil and limit muzzle flash, making Critical Defense dependable in every situation.

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  • Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Centerfire Pistol Ammunition

Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Centerfire Pistol Ammunition Orderable Models

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  • Hornady Critical Defense .380 ACP 90 grain Flex Tip eXpanding Brass Cased Centerfire Pistol Ammo, 25 Rounds, 90080 , MPN: 90080 , UPC: 090255900804 , Code: 0H-LAP-90080
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