Hydra-Shok was one of the first modern defensive hollow points, and it is still a common choice for 40 S&W carry guns. This listing is Federal Premium Personal Defense Hydra-Shok 40 S&W 135 grain jacketed hollow point ammo, MPN PD40HS4 H, sold as 200 rounds. The light 135 grain bullet gives the 40 S&W a different feel than the usual 165 and 180 grain loads.
The Hydra-Shok bullet has a center post inside the hollow point cavity and a notched jacket, both designed to promote consistent expansion in soft tissue. A lighter bullet in the 40 S&W generally means less recoil impulse than heavier loads, which some shooters find easier to control in compact pistols. This is a self defense load, so pair it with inexpensive FMJ practice ammunition, and fire enough Hydra-Shok to confirm it feeds and hits your point of aim in your own pistol.
This ammunition fits pistols chambered in 40 S&W, including the Glock 22, 23, 27, and 35, SIG P320 and P229, Smith and Wesson M&P40 and Shield, Springfield XD and XD-M, Beretta PX4 Storm, HK USP and P30, CZ P-07 and P-09, and Ruger SR40. A common question is whether a lighter bullet changes point of impact. It can, because lighter bullets often print a bit lower or higher than 180 grain ammo, so verify at 7 and 15 yards. Another common question is whether 40 S&W can be fired in a 10mm. It is not recommended, so use 40 S&W only in a 40 S&W chamber.
Federal PD40HS4 H is new production ammunition, not reloads, made in the USA in Anoka, Minnesota. It uses boxer-primed brass with non-corrosive priming. This listing ships as 200 rounds from one lot, enough to test function, fill your carry magazines and spares, and replace your carry ammunition on a regular schedule for years.
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