The Hornady Critical Defense .223 Rem 73 Grain Flex Tip Expanding (FTX) Ammo 80260 is designed for defensive shooters who require maximum stopping power, accuracy, and reliability. The FTX bullet, featuring Hornady’s Flex Tip® technology, ensures consistent expansion, deep penetration, and high weight retention, making it one of the best .223 self-defense rounds available.
With a muzzle velocity of 2,790 fps and muzzle energy of 1,264 ft-lbs, this ammunition delivers flat trajectories, superior impact energy, and reliable performance in home defense scenarios. The Flex Tip design eliminates clogging, ensuring reliable expansion even through heavy clothing.
Hornady’s high-quality brass casings, non-corrosive primers, and clean-burning powder ensure dependable ignition and flawless cycling in semi-automatic rifles like the AR-15, as well as bolt-action rifles chambered for .223 Remington. Packaged in a 20-round box, with bulk cases of 200 rounds (10 boxes) available, this ammunition is proudly made in the USA, trusted by law enforcement and responsible gun owners alike.
Manufacturer Specs
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 80260
- Caliber: .223 Remington
- Bullet Weight: 73 Grain
- Bullet Type: Flex Tip Expanding (FTX)
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Rounds Per Case: 200 (10 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,790 fps (16″ test barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 1,264 ft-lbs
- Purpose: Personal defense, home protection, law enforcement applications
- Patented Flex Tip Design for Expansion: Yes
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features
- Flex Tip Expanding (FTX) Bullet: Ensures uniform expansion, deep penetration, and maximum stopping power, making it ideal for self-defense applications.
- Optimized for Defensive Use: Designed to perform reliably in AR-15 platforms and other .223 Remington firearms.
- Barrier Penetration & Consistent Expansion: Achieves controlled expansion even through clothing and barriers, ensuring effective energy transfer.
- High-Velocity Performance: Achieves 2,790 fps, ensuring flat trajectories and excellent terminal ballistics.
- Premium Components: Nickel-plated brass casings, clean-burning powder, and non-corrosive primers ensure dependable ignition and flawless operation.
FAQs
Q: What is this ammunition best suited for?
A: The Hornady Critical Defense .223 Rem is perfect for home defense, personal protection, and law enforcement use.
Q: How does the FTX bullet improve performance?
A: The Flex Tip prevents clogging, ensuring reliable expansion, while the high-strength jacket ensures deep penetration and energy transfer.
Q: Can this ammunition be used for hunting?
A: While primarily designed for defense applications, it can be used for varmint hunting and predator control.
Q: Is this ammunition compatible with all .223 Remington rifles?
A: Yes, it functions flawlessly in AR-platform rifles and bolt-action firearms chambered for .223 Remington.
Q: Why shop at Black Bayou Armory?
A: At Black Bayou Armory, we provide top-tier defensive ammunition like Hornady Critical Defense, ensuring reliability, accuracy, and maximum protection when you need it most.
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