The Lehigh Defense Xtreme Defense 9mm 90gr load (Lehigh Defense part no. LA9-90-XD-C) is a high-velocity 9mm round tested in compact pistols and built around the Lehigh Defense XD bullet. A 20-round box leaves a 4-inch test barrel at 1300 fps and carries 338 ft-lb of muzzle energy. The maker pairs the bullet with feed reliability and strong terminal performance, and lists it for self-defense. The 90-grain weight separates it from the other Xtreme Defense 9mm loads.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is 9mm, the designation Lehigh Defense prints for this load.
• Bullet weight is 90 grains, a light projectile for the caliber.
• The bullet is the Lehigh Defense Xtreme Defense, a solid-copper design.
• Muzzle velocity is 1300 fps from a 4-inch test barrel.
• Muzzle energy is 338 ft-lb, from the same barrel.
• The velocity range is supersonic, per the maker.
• The bullet is not a hollow point, as listed.
• Cases are brass.
• The box holds 20 rounds, a normal count for carry ammunition.
• Lehigh Defense lists the use as self-defense.

Frequently Asked Questions

Was this 9mm load tested in compact pistols? Yes. Lehigh Defense describes it as a high-velocity 9mm load tested in compact pistols, with velocity quoted from a 4-inch barrel.

Does Lehigh Defense warn about shooting steel targets? Yes. The maker states that solid copper bullets of any brand are unsafe to shoot at steel targets under 50 yards, and that eye and ear protection should always be worn.

Should I clean my bore before shooting Lehigh Defense bullets? The maker advises cleaning the bore of all non-Lehigh Defense copper fouling first, because copper fouling left by common cup and core bullets has a substantial negative effect on the accuracy of Lehigh Defense solid copper bullets.

Buy the Lehigh Defense Xtreme Defense 9mm 90gr, 20-Round Box

For a light, fast 9mm with published test-barrel data, this is the 90-grain Xtreme Defense box. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop, browse more handgun ammunition, and expect direct shipping.