Hrndy Cd 410ga 2.5" 20/200

The Hornady Critical Defense 410 Gauge 2.5" ammunition delivers reliable shot placement and consistent performance for close-quarters defensive applications. This 20-round box features Hornady's Triple Defense projectile column—a combination of two 35-caliber round balls positioned above a non-jacketed FTX slug—engineered to place all projectiles on a man-sized target at seven yards. The .410 gauge offers a lighter recoil profile than larger shotgun loads, making it suitable for shooters seeking manageable handling without sacrificing stopping authority in critical self-defense scenarios.

The 2.5-inch shell length is a proven platform in the .410 community, balancing adequate payload capacity with reliable cycling in most modern .410 shotguns and defensive firearms. The Triple Defense load configuration uses separate projectiles rather than a single slug, distributing energy across a wider wound channel and improving probability of incapacitation in defensive encounters. Each round has been tested to deliver effective performance at the distances where most defensive encounters occur—well within the seven-yard effective range specification.

Law enforcement officers, armed civilians, and sporting shooters who operate .410 shotguns appreciate the Critical Defense line for its proven terminal performance and consistent functioning. The non-jacketed FTX slug expands on impact, contributing to the load's overall stopping potential. This ammunition is sized for defensive duty, sport shooting, and training applications where shooters need reliable, tested performance from a smaller-gauge platform. The 20-round box format provides practical quantity for range sessions and field rotation.