Federal Premium Law Enforcement Tactical HST .40 S&W 165 gr Jacketed Hollow Point is a duty-oriented defensive cartridge built around the HST hollow point design, using sealed components and a nickel-plated case to support reliable function in service pistols across a wide range of conditions.
Key Features
HST jacketed hollow point design: Engineered to expand reliably while maintaining bullet integrity for consistent terminal performance.
Nickel-plated brass case: Helps resist corrosion and can improve feeding and extraction smoothness in semi-automatic pistols.
Sealed primer and case mouth: Uses water-resistant sealants at the primer and case mouth to reduce moisture intrusion.
Duty-length velocity tuning: Loaded to achieve its specified performance from a 4.00-inch SAAMI standard test barrel.
Specifications
Model number: P40HST3
Cartridge: .40 S&W
Bullet weight: 165 gr
Bullet type: HST Jacketed Hollow Point (lead core with copper-alloy jacket)
Muzzle velocity: 1130 fps (±20 fps) from a 4.00-inch SAAMI standard test barrel
Muzzle energy: 470 ft-lb
Case material/finish: Nickel-plated brass (copper alloy 260)
Primer: Federal No. 100
Temperature operating range: -40°F to +125°F
Chamber pressure: 35,000 psi maximum average (10-round average)
Accuracy standard: Maximum average extreme spread of 2.5 inches at 50 yards (three 5-round groups) using a SAAMI test barrel
Primer sealant: Water-resistant anaerobic sealant
Case mouth sealant: Water-resistant mouth varnish
Typical box quantity: 50 rounds
Competing Items
Speer Gold Dot LE Duty .40 S&W JHP: Bonded duty hollow point focused on controlled expansion and barrier performance.
Winchester Ranger T-Series .40 S&W JHP: Duty hollow point known for consistent expansion characteristics.
Hornady Critical Duty .40 S&W FlexLock: Duty-focused load designed around barrier-aware performance.
Remington Golden Saber Bonded .40 S&W JHP: Bonded hollow point emphasizing weight retention and controlled expansion.
Federal Premium Law Enforcement Tactical HST .40 S&W 165 gr Jacketed Hollow Point combines a duty-proven hollow point design with sealed components and a nickel-plated case, delivering a defined velocity and accuracy standard intended for service-pistol defensive use.
