Hornady FTX Critical Defense .22 WMR 45gr

Product Description

Bringing the performance of Hornady®'s best self defense ammunition to rim fires, Critical Defense® .22 WMR Rimfire Ammo delivers effective, consistent, and reliable self-defense. Critical Defense rounds utilize Hornady's clean burning and stable propellants for reduced recoil, consistent performance in all temperatures, and minimal muzzle flash to protect night vision. Unaffected by thick and heavy clothing, these rounds feature a 45-grain FTX bullet with Flex Tip. This specially designed bullet delivers superior controlled expansion, flat trajectory, and large, deep wound cavities over a wide range of velocities. High-visibility shiny silver nickel-plated case resists corrosion. 1700 fps.

Effective, consistent, and reliable self-defense for rimfire guns
Optimized for short barrel firearms
45-grain FTX bullet with Flex Tip design
Controlled expansion, flat trajectory, and large wound cavities over a wide range of velocities
Stable, clean burning propellants - reduced recoil, consistent performance
Minimal muzzle flash to protect night vision
High visibility silver nickel plated cases - prevents corrosion

SPECS

Test Barrel (1 7/8 V") Velocity (fps) / Energy (ft-lbs)
MUZZLE 1000/100
50 926/86 
100 868/75

Rifle (24" Barrel) Velocity (fps) / Energy (ft-lbs)

MUZZLE 1700/289
100 1222/149
200 980/96

Features:
22WMR packagingHigh Performance Hornady FTX® Bullets
Unaffected by thick and heavy clothing, the 45 gr. FTX bullet delivers superior controlled expansion and terminal ballistics comparable to the 380 Auto Critical Defense load. It offers superb accuracy and devastating terminal performance in a a rifle.

Powder
Optimized for short-barreled firearms, the 22 WMR features clean burning propellants with low flash and blast to help protect night vision.

Highest Quality Cases
Silver nickel-plated cases prevent corrosion and are easily visible in low-light situations.