Designed to meet the needs of those who demand superior barrier penetration and prefer a full-size handgun for their personal protection. Critical Duty^® is loaded with the tough Hornady^® FlexLock^® bullet that delivers "barrier blind" performance when shot through common urban barriers.

The FlexLock^® bullet incorporates two revolutionary Hornady^® features to deliver superior barrier penetration and consistent performance in FBI tactical handgun ammunition tests (FBI Protocol).

The patented Hornady^® Flex Tip^® design eliminates clogging and aids bullet expansion. A large mechanical jacket-to-core InterLock^® band works to keep the bullet and core from separating for maximum weight retention, excellent expansion, consistent penetration and terminal performance through all FBI test barriers.

Bright nickel-plated cases simplify chamber checks in reduced light. Additionally, all Critical Duty^® ammunition is loaded with low flash propellant to help preserve night vision in low-light firing.

FlexLock^® Bullet

Incorporates two revolutionary Hornady^® features: the no-clog, patented Flex Tip^® design and the heavy duty jacket-to-core InterLock^® band.

Interlock^® Band

Works to keep the bullet and core from separating for maximum weight retention and proven terminal performance through all FBI test barriers.

Core

Made of high-antimony lead making it extremely tough, delivering controlled expansion for unparalleled terminal performance consistency through all FBI test barriers. It's also more economical than similar bonded bullets.

Nickel-Plated Crimped Cases

Nickel plating resists corrosion and greatly enhances low-light chamber checks. The cannelured bullet with crimped case ensures no bullet setback during feeding.