The Federal Premium Personal Defense 40 S&W 165 Grain Hydra-Shok Deep JHP is purpose-built ammunition for self-defense carry in full-size and compact 40-caliber handguns. This 20-round box delivers the terminal performance and reliability you need when it matters most—engineered around the proven Hydra-Shok Deep hollow-point design that Federal has refined for decades in law enforcement and civilian defensive use.

The 165-grain bullet weight in 40 S&W balances penetration and expansion for consistent performance across a range of common defensive scenarios. Hydra-Shok Deep rounds are built to expand reliably while maintaining weight retention, helping ensure the energy transfer stops the threat without dangerous over-penetration. Each round uses a nickel-plated case for smooth feeding and reliable extraction in semi-automatic pistols, paired with Federal's match-grade primers for consistent ignition shot after shot.

Whether you carry daily or keep a loaded magazine for home defense, Federal Premium Personal Defense ammunition is loaded to the exacting standards you'd expect from the ammunition choice of law enforcement agencies across the country. This is the ammunition you buy because you respect what it might have to do.

Key Features

• Hydra-Shok Deep hollow-point design for controlled expansion and weight retention
• 165-grain bullet optimized for 40 S&W ballistics
• Nickel-plated brass cases for reliable feeding and extraction
• Federal premium primers for consistent ignition
• 20 rounds per box

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Federal Premium Personal Defense 40 S&W work in my compact carry gun?

Yes. This ammunition is designed for reliable feeding and function in standard 40 S&W semi-automatic handguns, including compact models. The nickel-plated case promotes smooth chamber and extraction cycles.

What is Hydra-Shok Deep and how does it perform?

Hydra-Shok Deep is Federal's advanced hollow-point design engineered to expand consistently while retaining bullet weight. This combination delivers the penetration needed for effective defense without excessive over-penetration.

Is this ammunition suitable for self-defense carry?

Yes. Federal Premium Personal Defense line ammunition is manufactured to exacting standards for duty and personal protection use, and is trusted by law enforcement agencies nationwide.