Federal Premium Hydra-Shok is a purpose-built personal defense handgun load offered in .40 S&W. The load uses the Hydra-Shok jacketed hollow point bullet in a 165-grain weight and is packaged at 20 rounds per box. Recorded muzzle velocity for this configuration is 980 feet per second, and the cartridges use nickel-plated brass cases. This ammunition is commonly specified for responsible home and personal defense use and for shooters seeking consistent expansion and reliable feeding.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .40 S&W.
- Bullet weight is 165 grains.
- Bullet type is a Hydra-Shok jacketed hollow point (JHP).
- Rounds per box: 20 rounds.
- Muzzle velocity is 980 fps.
- Muzzle energy is 352 ft lbs.
- Case material is Nickel-Plated Brass.
- Rounds per case: 500 rounds.
- Boxes per case: 25 boxes.
- Reloadable: Yes.
Federal Premium builds this Hydra-Shok load with attention to primer and propellant consistency to promote dependable ignition and feeding. It’s intended for responsibly trained adult shooters who prioritize a proven personal defense load with controlled expansion and reliable performance in a wide range of handguns.
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