Built for shooters who demand duty-grade performance and uncompromising reliability, the Hornady Critical Duty 9mm Luger 135 grain FlexLock PTFB is engineered to perform in the toughest defensive situations. Designed to meet the needs of law enforcement and serious defenders, this load delivers consistent penetration, controlled expansion, and barrier-blind performance.
Loaded with a 135 grain FlexLock Polymer Tip Flat Base projectile, this round features a mechanically locked core and jacket that work together to prevent separation upon impact. The FlexLock design ensures the bullet maintains its integrity through barriers like heavy clothing, glass, or intermediate materials, while still delivering reliable expansion. This combination provides consistent terminal performance where it matters most.
With a muzzle velocity of 1010 fps and 306 ft-lbs of energy, this load offers a balanced approach to defensive shooting. The moderate velocity helps maintain control and accuracy, while the heavier bullet weight enhances penetration and stability. It’s a configuration built for predictable, repeatable results under pressure.
Each cartridge is constructed with high-quality brass casings and a dependable centerfire Boxer primer, ensuring consistent ignition, smooth feeding, and reliable extraction in a wide range of firearms. Hornady’s strict manufacturing standards ensure uniformity from round to round, giving shooters confidence in every magazine.
Packaged in a 25 round box, this ammunition is built for those who need rugged, no-nonsense defensive performance from a trusted 9mm platform.
The Hornady 9mm 135gr FlexLock delivers reliable brass-cased defense performance with barrier-ready expansion.
Specifications:
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Brand
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Hornady
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Category
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Centerfire Handgun Rounds
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Model
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Critical Duty
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Caliber
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9mm Luger
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Rounds Per Box
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25
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Casing Material
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Nickel-Plated Brass
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Muzzle Energy
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306 ft lbs
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Muzzle Velocity
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1010 fps
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Application
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Home Defense
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Bullet Weight
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135 gr
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Coefficient
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.195
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Sectional Density
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.153
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Bullet Type
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Hornady FlexLock
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