Hornady Critical Defense 3,240 fps 223 Remington 55 Grain Flex Tip Expanding Rifle Ammunition

Hornady Critical Defense 3,240 fps 223 Remington 55 Grain Flex Tip Expanding Rifle Ammunition

The Hornady Critical Defense 3,240 fps 223 Remington 55 Grain Flex Tip Expanding Rifle Ammunition is engineered for dependable expansion, high velocity, and consistent performance in defensive and tactical applications. Featuring Hornady’s Flex Tip expanding bullet and a muzzle velocity of 3,240 fps, this load is designed to deliver controlled terminal performance while maintaining accuracy and reliability in modern sporting rifles.

Key Features & Benefits:

• • Flex Tip Expanding Load

Polymer Flex Tip prevents clogging and ensures reliable expansion for effective energy transfer upon impact.

• • High-Velocity Performance

Muzzle velocity of 3,240 fps provides flat trajectory, rapid energy delivery, and consistent downrange performance.

• • Controlled Expansion

Designed to expand reliably while maintaining penetration, making it suitable for defensive and duty-style use.

• • Reliable Feeding & Cycling

Optimized for smooth operation in AR‑15 platforms and other .223 Remington–chambered rifles.

• • Hornady Quality & Consistency

Manufactured to Hornady’s strict quality standards for uniform ignition, dependable accuracy, and trusted performance.

Specifications:

• • Caliber: .223 Remington

  • Weight: 55 Grain

  • Load Type: Flex Tip expanding

  • Muzzle Velocity: 3,240 fps

  • Muzzle Energy: 1,282 ft‑lbs

  • Rounds Per Box: 20

Warranty & Support:

Hornady is warranted against material and workmanship defects. If the ammunition is found to be defective due to material or workmanship, Hornady will replace the defective ammunition at no charge to the customer. For assistance or product support, contact Hornady customer service directly.

Why Choose the Hornady Critical Defense 3,240 fps 223 Remington 55 Grain Flex Tip Expanding Rifle Ammunition?

Built for shooters who demand reliable expansion, high velocity, and consistent accuracy, Hornady Critical Defense .223 Remington delivers trusted performance for defensive scenarios and critical applications where reliability matters most.

**WARNING:** This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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