40 S&W Ammo Ballistics

– Caliber: 40 S&W
– Bullet Weight: 180 grains
– Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
– Muzzle Velocity: 985 feet per second
– Muzzle Energy: 388 foot-pounds
– Primer Type: Boxer
– Case Type: Brass

180gr FMJ Usages:

PMC Bronze 180gr FMJ ammunition is primarily used for target shooting and training purposes. The FMJ bullet is designed to penetrate through various types of targets without fragmenting, allowing for consistent and predictable shots. This makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor shooting ranges.

PMC Bronze Performance:

The 180-grain FMJ bullet travels at a high muzzle velocity of 985 feet per second, providing a flat trajectory and good accuracy. This 40 S&W bullet also has a high muzzle energy of 388 foot-pounds, making it suitable for shooting steel or other hard targets. The brass casing and boxer primer ensure reliable feeding and cycling in various firearms.

Reliable 40 S&W Ammo

Overall, PMC Bronze .40 S&W 180gr FMJ ammo is a reliable and cost-effective option for target shooting and training purposes. Its high velocity and energy, combined with its durable construction, make it a popular choice among shooters.

.40 S&W Bullet History

Following the 1986 FBI Miami shootout, where two agents were killed and five were wounded, the FBI began examining 9×19mm Parabellum and .45 ACP ammunition as a potential replacement for their standard-issue revolver. Despite the FBI’s longstanding satisfaction with the reliable performance of their .38 Special +P 158 gr (10.2 g) lead semi-wadcutter hollowpoint (LSWCHP) cartridge (known as the “FBI load”), the new ammunition had to meet or exceed the .38 Special’s terminal performance. To determine this, the FBI created eight practical tests that were representative of common shooting situations faced by their agents.