Federal Premium Personal Defense Ammunition 45 ACP 230 Grain Hydra-Shok Jacketed Hollow Point 20RD

Federal Premium Personal Defense 45 ACP ammunition loaded with 230-grain Hydra-Shok JHP bullets is built for serious defensive carry. The Hydra-Shok jacketed hollow point has been a law enforcement standard for decades, and Federal engineered it specifically to handle the demanding realities of a defensive shooting—controlled expansion, deep penetration, and maximum energy transfer on target. This isn't range ammo; it's designed for the moment that matters.

The Hydra-Shok's engineering centers on a notched jacket that ruptures along predetermined lines upon impact, causing the bullet to mushroom in a controlled way. A hardened center post base arrests the expansion before it gets too aggressive, which means the bullet retains nearly all its weight in the target rather than fragmenting and losing energy. That weight retention translates to more predictable performance through intermediate barriers and more reliable stopping power on each shot.

Federal's Personal Defense line is engineered to pass the FBI's rigorous testing protocols, so you know the performance has been validated under real-world standards. Each 20-round box gives you reliable, consistent ammunition you can trust for carry or home defense. The 45 ACP's heavier bullet naturally favors the kind of controlled, deep penetration that the Hydra-Shok delivers, making this pairing a proven combination.

Key Features

• Hydra-Shok jacketed hollow point design for controlled expansion
• Notched jacket ruptures along designated fault lines for consistent mushrooming
• Hardened center post base limits over-expansion and retains bullet weight
• Meets FBI testing requirements for barrier penetration and performance
• Nearly 100% weight retention in target
• Proven law enforcement standard performance
• 20 rounds per box

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Federal Premium Personal Defense 45 ACP suitable for carry and defensive use?

Yes. This ammunition is purpose-built for personal defense and has been adopted by law enforcement agencies. The Hydra-Shok design is engineered specifically for controlled expansion, deep penetration, and reliable stopping power in defensive scenarios.

How does the Hydra-Shok bullet perform on barriers?

The Hydra-Shok design meets FBI testing requirements, which include penetration through intermediate barriers. The notched jacket ruptures in a controlled manner while the hardened center post helps the bullet maintain its performance even when encountering obstacles.

Why does the bullet retain nearly all its weight?

The hardened center post base stops the expansion of the mushrooming jacket before the bullet fragments or sheds weight. This weight retention means more energy is transferred to the target and more predictable performance on each shot.

What's included in each box?

Each box contains 20 rounds of Federal Premium Personal Defense 45 ACP ammunition loaded with 230-grain Hydra-Shok JHP bullets.