Hornady Critical Defense 22 WMR 45gr FTX Ammo - 50rd Box

The Hornady Critical Defense 22 WMR delivers reliable terminal performance with patented Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX) technology. This 45-grain load transforms the traditionally limited 22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire into an effective personal defense cartridge through consistent expansion and controlled penetration.

What Makes This Different

Unlike traditional hollow point ammunition that can clog with clothing fibers and fail to expand, the FTX bullet features a flexible polymer tip that initiates expansion upon impact. The InterLock ring mechanically locks the core and jacket together, preventing separation during expansion. This design ensures reliable performance through heavy clothing while maintaining the flat trajectory and manageable recoil characteristics of the 22 WMR platform.

Key Features

• 45-grain FTX bullet with patented Flex Tip technology for consistent expansion
• InterLock ring prevents core-jacket separation during expansion
• Nickel-plated cases resist corrosion and provide smooth feeding
• Low-flash propellant reduces muzzle flash in low-light conditions
• Optimized for 2-4 inch barrel lengths common in compact revolvers
• Muzzle velocity of 1,000 fps from 2-inch barrel
• 50 rounds per box, 40 boxes per case (2,000 total rounds)

Field testing demonstrates consistent expansion to approximately 1.5 times original diameter through standard clothing barriers. The controlled expansion design penetrates 10-12 inches in ballistic gelatin, meeting FBI protocol standards for personal defense applications. This performance makes the cartridge suitable for backup gun applications, small-frame revolvers, and situations requiring minimal recoil with effective terminal ballistics.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (22 WMR)
• Bullet Weight: 45 grains
• Bullet Type: FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding)
• Muzzle Velocity: 1,000 fps (2-inch barrel)
• Muzzle Energy: 100 ft-lbs
• Case Material: Nickel-plated brass
• Primer: Non-corrosive, rimfire
• Quantity: 50 rounds per box, 40 boxes per case
• Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing Company
• Country of Origin: United States

This ammunition addresses the historical limitations of rimfire cartridges in defensive roles through advanced bullet design and quality manufacturing. The combination of reliable ignition, consistent velocity, and engineered terminal performance establishes a new standard for 22 WMR defensive ammunition.