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Hornady 90080 Critical Defense 380 ACP 90 GR FTX 25 Rounds
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SKU: 90080-090255900804
Overview
Built for concealed carry and personal protection, this load is aimed at shooters who want a compact defensive option for everyday readiness. Its nickel-plated brass cases help with visibility, while the low-flash propellants are intended to support use in low-light conditions without adding unnecessary disruption. The patented FTX bullet and Flex Tip design are presented as helping the round expand reliably and resist clogging through heavy clothing. Packaged in 25-round boxes, it offers a practical quantity for keeping defensive ammunition on hand.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Nickel-plated Brass
Cases improve visibility during low-light
Low-flash Propellants
Are suited to short-barreled handguns
Patented Ftx
Bullet is designed to expand
Flex Tip
Technology helps reduce clogging through
90-grain Load
Balance of power and control
Key Features
- Designed for reliable performance in low-light situations with nickel-plated cases for improved visibility.
- Premium low-flash propellants help maintain consistent results in short-barreled handguns.
- Patented FTX bullet is designed to expand reliably and resist clogging through heavy clothing.
- Flex Tip technology is intended to reduce clogging and inconsistency.
- 380 ACP load uses a 90-grain bullet with 1000 fps muzzle velocity.
- Packaged in 25-round boxes for convenient stocking.
Best Used For
- Concealed carry users wanting ammunition designed for personal protection and low-light readiness.
- Shooters using short-barreled handguns who want consistent performance from a compact setup.
- Those carrying in heavy-clothing conditions where the FTX bullet is designed to resist clogging.
- Owners of .380 ACP defensive pistols looking for 25-round boxes for practical stocking.
Specifications
| Bullet Type | Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX) |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 90 GR |
| Caliber | 380 ACP |
| Casing Material | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Designed For | Concealed carry and personal protection |
| Flex Tip Technology | Yes |
| Heavy Clothing Performance | Resists clogging |
| Low Flash Propellants | Yes |
| Muzzle Energy | 200 ft lbs |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1000 fps |
| Nickel Plated Cases | Yes |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| Short Barrel Use | Yes |
Pros
- Nickel-plated brass cases improve visibility during low-light handling and loading.
- Low-flash propellants are suited to short-barreled handguns.
- Patented FTX bullet is designed to expand reliably.
- Flex Tip technology helps reduce clogging through heavy clothing.
- 90-grain load offers a balance of power and control.
- 25-round box provides a practical quantity for stocking up.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Limited to 25 rounds per box, so it may not be the most convenient option for high-volume range use or bulk stocking.
- Designed around concealed carry and personal protection, so it is more specialized than general-purpose .380 ACP ammunition.
- The 90-grain load and 1000 fps muzzle velocity present a specific balance of power and control, which may not match every shooter’s preference or firearm setup.
- Nickel-plated brass cases improve visibility, but they also add a material choice that may matter if you prefer standard brass cases for other uses.
Suggested Comparisons
- Concealed carry handgun ammunition
- Personal protection ammunition
- Low-light defensive ammunition
- .380 ACP ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Hearing protection
- Cleaning kit
- Range bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is this Hornady Critical Defense load?
It is chambered in .380 ACP.
How many rounds come in a box?
Each box contains 25 rounds.
What bullet type does this ammunition use?
It uses Hornady's Flex Tip eXpanding (FTX) bullet.
What are the listed velocity and energy figures?
The listed muzzle velocity is 1000 fps and the listed muzzle energy is 200 ft lbs.
What casing material is listed for this ammunition?
The listed casing material is nickel-plated brass.