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Federal P40HST1S PD 40 S&W 180 GR JHP 20 Rounds
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SKU: P40HST1S-029465063931
Overview
Built for personal and home defense, this .40 S&W load is centered on controlled expansion and penetration for defensive use. The 180-grain HST jacketed hollow point is described as resisting clogging through various barriers, with nickel-plated cases and a 20-round box count. Listed performance figures include 408 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and 1010 fps muzzle velocity. It is a practical option for shooters who want a defensive round with clearly defined terminal-performance goals.
Why Hunters Choose the Federal
Personal Home
Defense use
Hst Jacketed
Hollow point is built for
Listed Optimum
Optimum penetration and superior terminal
Hollow Point
Is described as resisting plugging
40 S&w
Load delivers 408 ft lbs
Key Features
- Designed for personal and home defense use
- 40 S&W caliber with 180 grain HST jacketed hollow point bullets
- Provides consistent expansion and optimum penetration
- Hollow point is designed not to plug through various barriers
- Muzzle energy is 408 ft lbs with 1010 fps muzzle velocity
- Packaged with 20 rounds per box and nickel-plated casing
Best Used For
- Personal and home defense users seeking a .40 S&W defensive load with JHP construction
- Shooters who want a 20-round box for dedicated defensive ammunition storage
- Owners of .40 S&W handguns needing a round listed with 180-grain bullet weight
- Users prioritizing a load described for consistent expansion and optimum penetration
- Buyers who prefer nickel-plated cased ammunition for defensive use
Specifications
| Bullet Type | HST Jacketed Hollow Point |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 180 GR |
| Caliber | 40 S&W |
| Casing Material | Nickel-Plated |
| Designed For | Personal and home defense |
| Muzzle Energy | 408 ft lbs |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1010 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
Pros
- Designed for personal and home defense use
- HST jacketed hollow point is built for consistent expansion
- Listed with optimum penetration and superior terminal performance
- Hollow point is described as resisting plugging through barriers
- 40 S&W load delivers 408 ft lbs of muzzle energy
- Nickel-plated casing and 20-round box count are specified
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Limited to a 20-round box, so it may require multiple boxes for extended range time or stocking up.
- Built for personal and home defense use, so it is not a general-purpose load for every shooting application.
- The nickel-plated casing is a specific feature, but no additional performance characteristics are provided beyond the listed specifications.
- The description emphasizes terminal performance and barrier behavior, but real-world results can vary with firearm, setup, and conditions.
Suggested Comparisons
- Personal defense handgun ammunition
- Home defense ammunition
- 40 S&W practice and carry loads
- Jacketed hollow point ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Hearing protection
- Eye protection
- Range bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Federal load intended for?
It is described as ammunition designed for personal and home defense.
What caliber and bullet type does it use?
This load is listed as .40 S&W with an HST Jacketed Hollow Point bullet.
How many rounds are included in a box?
The product listing states 20 rounds per box.
What muzzle performance is listed for this ammunition?
The provided specifications list 408 ft lbs of muzzle energy and 1010 fps muzzle velocity.
What casing material is listed?
The listing specifies nickel-plated casing material.