.40 S&W Ammo
- In StockWINCHESTER PDX1 Defender .40 S&W 165 Grain JHP 20rd Box Ammo (S40SWPDB)Hollow Point: Expands up to 1.5x the original diameter resulting in maximum stopping powerNotched Jacket: Preprogrammed to expand into six uniform segments for consistent tactical ...
$39.19 - In StockCCI Speer Blazer 40 S&W 165 Grain Total Metal Jacket Ammo, 50 Round Box (3589)Non reloadable case made from high strength, aircraft gauge aluminum alloyClean burning propellants deliver optimum velocityNon corrosive primers for highly sensitive and reliable ...
$32.91 - In StockCCI Blazer Brass 40 S&W 165 Grain FMJ Ammo, 50 Round Box (5210)Brings shooters the reliability and quality of ammunition built to SAAMI standardsBacked by stringent ISO certified quality systemsLoaded in reloadable brass cases for added valueLoaded with a ...
$22.95 - In StockCCI Blazer Brass 40 S&W 180 Grain FMJ Ammo, 50 Round Box (5220)Brings shooters the reliability and quality of ammunition built to SAAMI standardsBacked by stringent ISO certified quality systemsLoaded in reloadable brass cases for added valueLoaded with a ...
$35.89 - In StockCCI Speer Lawman 40 S&W 165 Grain Total Metal Jacket Ammo, 50 Round Box (53955)Great combination of economy and performancePerfect for target practice, training or plinkingClean burning propellants deliver optimum velocityNon corrosive CCI primers are used for highly ...
$36.74 - In StockSIG SAUER Elite V-Crown 40 S&W 165Gr JHP 50/Box Ammo (E40SW1-50).40 S&W Caliber165 GrainJacketed Hollow Point Bullet50 rounds per box The SIG SAUER Elite V-Crown Ammo combines perfected material specifications and fine-tuned design innovations, including a ...
$52.42 - In StockFEDERAL American Eagle Syntech Action Pistol .40 S&W 205Gr TSJ 50rd Box Handgun Ammo (AE40SJAP1)Official Ammunition of USPSAOptimized for action shooting sports' power factor requirementsReduced felt recoilFlatter than typical nose profile for better energy transfer to steel targetsTSJ ...
$38.71 - In StockWINCHESTER PDX1 Defender 40SW 180Gr Jacketed Hollow Point 20rd/Box Handgun Ammo (S40SWPDB1)Hollow Point expands up to 1.5x the original diameter resulting in maximum stopping powerNotched Jacket preprogrammed to expand into six uniform segments for consistent tactical ...
$39.12★★★★★1 review(s) - In StockWINCHESTER USA 40SW 165Gr FMJ 200/600 Handgun Ammo (USA40W)Consistent Accuracy is trusted for target and range shootingFull Metal Jacket provides positive functioning and no expansionReduced Barrel Fouling - fewer cleanings and more time in the field ...
$78.89 - In StockWINCHESTER Super Clean 40SW 120Gr Zinc FMJ 50/500 Handgun Ammo (W40SWLF)Full Metal Jacket provides accuracy and consistent functioningZinc Core is ideal for situations where no down range lead is permittedDesigned for training on indoor and outdoor ranges Super Clean ...
$35.40 - In StockBROWNING 40 S&W 165Gr FMJ Handgun Ammo (B191800404).40 S&W CaliberFull Metal Jacket bullet for reliable feeding, functioning, and fange performanceClean burning powders provide consistent ignition for repeatable velocity and accuracy100 Rounds ...
$55.15 - In StockAMMO INC Signature .40 S&W 180Gr TMC 50rd Box Ammo (40180TMC-A50)The Finest Pistol Rounds on the MarketBalanced Velocity and Recoil100% American Made ComponentsHyperclean Technology - Shoot more, Clean less Whether you're a serious shooter who spends a lot of ...
$34.03 - In StockDOUBLETAP Ammunition Hunter 40 S&W 200gr JHP 20rd/Box Pistol Ammo (40200CE)Brass CasingJacketed Hollow Point Doubletap's dt hunter is an excellent woods load for hunting or defense against big animals that bite.0% off
$33.88$33.99 - In StockSPEER Gold Dot Personal Protection 40 S&W 180Gr HP Handgun Ammo (23962GD)Structural-plated, pressure-formed coreUni-Cor bondingGold Dot hollow point designNickel-platedSealed primer Original Gold Dot line remains a benchmark for both self-defense and duty use, and ...
$41.18 - In StockHornady Handgun Hunter, 40 S&W, 135 Grain, MonoFlex, 20 Round Box 91361Bullet Weight: 135 GrainRounds Per Box: 20 Ten bullets through one hole is the philosophy that brought Hornady from a two-man operation in 1949, to a world-leading innovator of bullets, ...
$45.69★★★★★1 review(s) - In StockREMINGTON Golden Saber Bonded .40 S&W 180Gr BBJHP 20rd Box Ammo (29365)Lead core hot-bonded to brass jacketExceptional weight retentionReduced bullet nose diameter for precise bore alignment and match-grade accuracyRequires less energy to initiate expansionLoaded in ...
$40.41 - In StockREMINGTON UMC .40 S&W 180gr FMJ 250/Box Mega Pack Handgun Ammo (23779)Caliber: .40 S&WGrain Weight: 180Bullet Style: Full Metal JacketMuzzle Velocity: 990 fpsMuzzle Energy: 392 ft/lbsPackage Quantity: 250Usage: Target Shooting All UMC handgun ammunition is ...
$134.48★★★★★1 review(s) - In StockFEDERAL Range and Target 40 S&W 180gr FMJ 50rd/Box Ammo (RTP40180)Full Metal Jacket50 Rounds Per Box Federal RTP40180: The Range Target Practice load features a full metal jacket bullet with a brass case.This 40 S&W model comes packaged 50 rounds per box, 20 ...20% off
$23.99$29.99 - In StockFEDERAL 40 S&W 180Gr FMJ 50Rd Box Ammo (WM5223)Caliber: .40 S&W180 Grain Full Metal JacketBrass CasedPacked in 50 Rounds per Box FEDERAL .40S&W Ammo, FMJ, 180 Gr, 50 Rd Box (WM5223)
$34.42 - In StockSpeer Ammunition Speer Gold Dot, Personal Protection, 40S&W, 165 Grain, Hollow Point, 20 Round Box 23970GDStructural-plated, pressure-formed coreUni-Cor bondingGold Dot hollow point designSealed primer Speer's original Gold Dot line remains a benchmark for both self-defense and duty use, and it's ...
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The story of the .40 S&W cartridge development begins with a tragic incident. In 1986, a shootout took place between bank robbers and FBI agents during which two agents were killed and five were wounded. Such a horrible turn of events was blamed upon the .38 Special revolver lacking stopping power. It took 6 and 12 bullets to take both criminals down. Toxicological reports showed that several bullets entered vital areas but didn’t make it to the vital organs. Besides, revolvers have two major disadvantages compared to semi-auto pistols: less capacity and slower reloading.
.40 S&W was developed from the 10mm cartridge. Powerful and effective as the conventional 10mm is, it gives stout recoil which makes a handgun hard to control. After some testing, the FBI concluded that a 10mm round with a 180-grain bullet and velocity of 1,000 fps was perfect. Smith & Wesson was contracted to create such a cartridge, and the result was .40 S&W having reduced (from .992 in to .850 in) case length.
.40 S&W makes a middle point between the other two popular pistol rounds - 9mm Lugar and .45 ACP. Its overall length is slightly less than that of the 9mm cartridge which allows for use with a 9mm handgun. Compared to 9mm and .45, .40 falls right in the middle providing greater capacity than .45 and greater stopping power than 9mm.
However, due to higher velocity and chamber pressure, the .40 S&W cartridge gives a shooter a more felt recoil. At the same time, it produces a quicker recoil impulse which can ensure better control to some shooters.
One more thing worth noting. Many producers use a 9mm frame for .40 S&W pistols, and as it is not designed to withstand the recoil force of .40 S&W rounds, it causes the spring to wear faster. So be sure to check your handgun systematically.
Though not widely used in law enforcement anymore, .40 S&W ammo is still one of the best for self-defense. With a handgun fed with rounds that hit like .45 and carry like 9, you’ll feel safe.
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