Federal Syntech Defense is a 9mm Luger defensive ammunition offering designed for reliable performance in defensive and household protection roles. It uses a segmented jacketed hollow point (SJHP) configuration and a blue polymer jacket intended to reduce metal fouling and barrel heat. The load is built on brass cases and employs Federal’s Catalyst primer for lead-free, consistent ignition. This listing describes the 138‑grain Syntech Defense rounds packaged 50 per box and 10 boxes per case.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 9mm.
- The bullet weight is 138 grains.
- The bullet type is segmented jacketed hollow point (SJHP).
- The jacket/coating is a polymer jacket designed to reduce fouling.
- The case material is brass.
- The primer type is Catalyst lead-free primer.
- The muzzle velocity is listed as 1050 fps.
- The muzzle energy is listed as 338 ft lbs.
- The packaging is 50 rounds per box and 10 boxes per case (500 rounds per case).
- The intended application is listed as home defense.
Federal presents the Syntech Defense line for users who want a modern defensive-oriented load with a polymer jacket and a segmented hollow-point design. The construction aims to limit barrel fouling and provide consistent ignition while delivering the terminal characteristics described by the manufacturer. This 50‑round boxed configuration, available in cases of ten boxes, is suitable for shooters seeking a defensive-focused factory load built on brass cases and modern primer technology.
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