The Norma NXD .40 S&W 93gr 20-round box (Norma part no. 611440020) uses a fluted NXD projectile at a listed muzzle velocity of 1531 fps. NXD stands for Non-eXpanding Defensive, and Norma says it was engineered from the ground up for defensive use. The round is meant to avoid the clogging and uncontrolled over-penetration that Norma associates with traditional hollow points. It is made in the USA, and each box holds 20 rounds.

Key Specifications

• Caliber is .40 S&W, the designation Norma uses for this load.
• Bullet weight is 93 grains, the weight Norma lists for this load.
• The projectile is the Norma NXD, a fluted non-expanding design.
• Muzzle velocity is listed at 1531 fps on the Norma USA product page.
• The case is brass, as listed on the Norma USA product page.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, the box count Norma lists for this load.
• The fluted geometry resists clogging, which Norma says keeps the cavity from being blocked by fouling.
• Energy is dispersed into surrounding tissue rather than carried through, which Norma says reduces over-penetration.
• The load is Manufactured in the USA, as Norma states on the product page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does NXD stand for? NXD stands for Non-eXpanding Defensive, which is how Norma describes this round.

How fast is the .40 S&W NXD 93gr? Norma lists the muzzle velocity at 1531 fps.

How many rounds are in the box? The box holds 20 rounds.

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