The Liberty Ultra-Lights 9mm +P 50gr Civil Defense ammo (Liberty part no. LAUL9052) pairs Liberty‘s Civil Defense projectile with Shell Shock Technologies’ two-piece NAS3 case. The 50-grain bullet leaves the muzzle at 2040 fps and produces 462 foot-pounds of energy, which Liberty says is more kinetic energy than a lot of 45 ACP self-defense rounds. A lighter projectile also means less muzzle flip, so follow-up shots come back on target faster. It is a distinctive carry load for shooters who want a low-recoil option in a standard 9mm pistol. Each box holds 20 rounds.

Key Specifications

• Caliber is 9mm +P, a higher-pressure load that Liberty builds around its Civil Defense projectile.
• Bullet weight is 50 grains, a light projectile that Liberty credits with reduced muzzle flip for faster follow-up shots.
• Muzzle velocity is 2040 fps, the speed Liberty lists for this 50-grain projectile.
• Kinetic energy is 462 foot-pounds, the figure Liberty compares favorably with many 45 ACP self-defense loads.
• The case is a two-piece nickel alloy shell with an aluminum base, Shell Shock NAS3 construction that is about half the weight of brass.
• Accuracy is listed at under 1 inch at 25 meters, a useful figure for judging how tightly the load groups.
• Box quantity is 20 rounds, a standard count for carry magazines and range confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this case different from brass? Liberty uses Shell Shock Technologies NAS3 cases, a two-piece nickel alloy shell with an aluminum base. Liberty says they are 50 percent lighter than brass, more corrosion resistant, tested above 50k psi and cool to the touch when ejected.

How does the projectile work? Liberty designed the Civil Defense projectile to create maximum tissue disruption. When its large cavity fills with fluid, the hydraulic pressure splits the walls into a starburst pattern, and the company lists a terminal effect of 3.5 inches wide by 12 inches deep.

How many rounds come in the box? Each box holds 20 rounds of 9mm +P Ultra-Lights ammunition.

Buy the Liberty Ultra-Lights 9mm +P 50gr Civil Defense Ammo, 20-Round Box

Liberty built this load to deliver serious energy at a fraction of the usual weight. Order it from Liberty’s lineup of handgun ammunition at our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping.