SKU: HO40040
UPC: 090255240047
MPN: 40040
Hornady Handgun Bullets 10mm .400" 180 gr XTPHP are purpose-built projectiles designed for law enforcement, self-defense, and hunting applications where reliable expansion and deep penetration are mission-critical. The XTP (eXtreme Terminal Performance) design has established itself as a trusted choice among tactical operators and competitive shooters seeking consistent ballistic performance across varying velocity ranges inherent to different handgun platforms and ammunition loads.
The 180-grain configuration delivers optimal velocity-to-mass balance in the 10mm cartridge, a caliber favored by law enforcement and serious defensive shooters for its superior energy retention and barrier penetration compared to smaller handgun rounds. The XTPHP jacket-core construction provides controlled expansion without fragmentation, ensuring the bullet reaches vital areas while minimizing over-penetration risk in scenarios where over-travel poses collateral concerns. Each box contains 100 bullets, offering sufficient inventory for range training, load development, or duty ammunition stockpiling. The .400" diameter and 180-grain mass are critical specifications—verify compatibility with your specific 10mm reloading dies and firearms, as 10mm chamber tolerances can vary between manufacturers.
This product serves handloaders, precision shooters, and defensive-focused shooters who demand terminal performance backed by real-world testing rather than speculation. Whether for duty qualification, personal protection preparation, or hunting medium game, the XTP platform's reputation stems from field-proven expansion characteristics across the 10mm's typical operating envelope—roughly 900 to 1,400 feet per second depending on barrel length and powder charge. Serious operators and competition shooters have adopted XTP bullets for decades due to this consistent performance metric.
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