Federal American Eagle IRT .40 S&W 180gr TMJ (Federal part no. AE40N1) is a reduced-lead training load built for indoor ranges. Its 180-grain bullet is fully encapsulated in copper, and the jacket eliminates any airborne lead hazard from the bullet. A toxic metal-free primer keeps the primer side clean too, and Federal describes the load as the ballistic equivalent of self-defense rounds. Muzzle velocity is 1000 fps from a 4-inch test barrel, with 400 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. The box holds 50 rounds.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is .40 S&W, the designation Federal prints for this load, so match it to the marking on your barrel.
• Bullet weight is 180 grains, the weight Federal lists for this part number.
• The bullet is a Full Metal Jacket (TMJ), the construction Federal specifies for this load.
• Muzzle velocity is 1000 fps from a 4-inch test barrel, which is the barrel length behind Federal’s published figure.
• Muzzle energy is 400 foot-pounds, which Federal lists alongside the velocity figures on its ballistics chart.
• At 50 yards the load is still moving at 946 fps with 358 foot-pounds, according to Federal’s table.
• The bullet is fully encapsulated in copper, and Federal says the jacket eliminates any airborne lead hazard.
• The primer is toxic metal-free, which Federal says removes airborne lead from the primer as well.
• Federal lists the intended use as target shooting, which tells you what kind of shooting this load is made for.
• The listing contains a 50-round box, so you know exactly how many rounds you are getting.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this differ from the 120-grain lead-free .40 S&W load? This one uses a 180-grain copper-encapsulated TMJ bullet at 1000 fps, while the lead-free load uses a 120-grain bullet at 1330 fps.

Is it completely lead-free? Federal calls it a reduced-lead bullet fully encapsulated in copper with a toxic metal-free primer, and says the jacket eliminates any airborne lead hazard.

How many rounds come in the box? Each box holds 50 rounds.

Buy the Federal American Eagle IRT .40 S&W 180gr TMJ Ammo, 50-Round Box

For .40 S&W shooters who prefer the heavier 180-grain profile, this load keeps training clean enough for indoor ranges without changing how the pistol feels. Order from Federal Ammunition‘s selection of handgun ammunition through our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, direct shipping.