A box of 25 rounds, the Hornady Critical Defense .357 Magnum 125gr FTX Ammunition (Hornady part no. 90500) is a .357 Magnum load carrying a 125-grain FTX bullet. Hornady uses the same tip material found in its LEVERevolution ammunition, so the patented Flex Tip keeps the hollow point from clogging. Hornady publishes 1500 fps and 624 ft-lb at the muzzle from an 8-inch test barrel. At 100 yards the same load is listed at 1163 fps and 376 ft-lb. Hornady aims the line at concealed carry and personal protection, including very short-barreled handguns.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .357 Magnum, so confirm it matches the cartridge marked on your barrel before ordering.
• Bullet weight is 125 grains, which sets the load apart from its siblings in the line.
• The bullet is an FTX bullet with a patented Flex Tip, built to expand reliably and resist clogging through heavy clothing.
• Velocity at the muzzle is 1500 fps out of an 8-inch test barrel.
• Muzzle energy is 624 ft-lb, measured in that same 8-inch barrel.
• Velocity at 100 yards is 1163 fps, showing how much speed the bullet holds downrange.
• Energy at 100 yards is 376 ft-lb, the downrange counterpart to the muzzle figure.
• The propellant is premium low flash, which Hornady says will not disrupt your vision.
• Each box holds 25 rounds, the quantity you receive with this listing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bullet does the .357 Magnum 125gr load use? It uses a 125-grain FTX bullet. Hornady says the patented Flex Tip expands reliably and resists clogging when fired through heavy clothing.

What velocity does Hornady publish for this load? Hornady lists 1500 fps at the muzzle and 1163 fps at 100 yards, measured from an 8-inch test barrel.

How many rounds are in the box? Each box holds 25 rounds of .357 Magnum ammunition.

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