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The Hornady Critical Defense line of personal defense ammunition has added22 WMR, 9×18 Makarov, 44 Special, and 45 Colt to the lineup. Loaded withthe patented FTX bullet, these bullets provide consistent expansion throughheavy clothing, and won’t plug up like conventional hollow points. The 22
WMR delivers terminal performance from a short-barreled firearm comparableto the 380 Auto Critical Defense load. The 9×18 Makarov is optimized todeliver superior expansion from it’s 90 gr FTX bullet. The 45 Colt CriticalDefense load has been maximized for performance in short-barreledplatforms, and is a fantastic choice for the very popular Taurus Judge.Both the 44 SPL and the 45 Colt Critical Defense loads offer real man-stopping power.