Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Makarov 95gr FTX - 25 Rd Box

Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Makarov 95gr FTX - 25 Rd Box

Engineered specifically for personal protection and daily concealed carry, Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Makarov (9x18mm Makarov) 95 Grain FTX Ammunition brings modern, high-tech terminal ballistics to classic and commercial Makarov-chambered handguns. Powered by Hornady’s patented Flex Tip® (FTX®) technology, this premium self-defense round overcomes the primary vulnerability of traditional hollow-point bullets: clogging upon impact with heavy clothing, denim, or leather. The pliable elastomer tip fills the bullet cavity, preventing material build-up and ensuring instant, reliable expansion upon entry.

Formulated with clean-burning, low-flash propellants, Critical Defense ammunition suppresses bright muzzle flash to preserve your night-adapted vision during critical low-light defensive encounters—even when fired from short-barreled concealed carry pistols. Each round is assembled into a bright, corrosion-resistant nickel-plated case that enhances chamber check visibility in dim conditions while ensuring slick, jam-free feeding and positive extraction. Delivering controlled expansion, optimal threat-stopping energy, and dependable penetration depth, Hornady Critical Defense is the ultimate choice for personal protection in 9mm Makarov.

Features

Patented Flex Tip® (FTX®) Technology:
Soft elastomer tip prevents heavy clothing and denim from clogging the cavity, guaranteeing rapid, reliable expansion and consistent terminal performance.

Optimized for 9mm Makarov (9x18mm):
Purpose-tuned 95-grain bullet profile and pressure curve engineered to deliver maximum energy transfer and point-of-impact accuracy in 9x18mm platforms.

Low-Flash Propellants:
Specially blended defensive powders drastically reduce muzzle flash to preserve shooter vision during low-light or nighttime home defense situations.

Short-Barrel Optimization:
Engineered to reach maximum velocity, reliable expansion thresholds, and positive semi-automatic cycling out of short personal defense barrels.

Nickel-Plated Cases for High Visibility:
Silver nickel plating resists corrosion during long-term carry, lowers chamber friction, and aids in rapid visual chamber verification in low light.

Dependable Terminal Protection:
Delivers uniform expansion and deep, threat-stopping penetration without the risk of dangerous over-penetration.

Specifications