Skip to main content
Image coming soon

Norma .40 S&W Safeguard 180gr JHP Ammo

Norma Ammo

$41.12 - $700.39
(No reviews yet) Write a Review
UPC:
810036151672
QTY PRICE PRICE / ROUND
$41.12 $0.82
$367.69 $0.73
$700.39 $0.70
Adding to cart… The item has been added

All $500+ Orders Ship Free!

The Norma .40 S&W Safeguard 180gr JHP Ammo is a premium self-defense cartridge designed for optimal performance and reliability. Featuring a 180-grain Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) bullet, this ammunition offers superior expansion and penetration for effective stopping power. With a muzzle velocity of 1015 fps and muzzle energy of 412 ft-lbs, it delivers impressive ballistic performance. The high-quality Norma brass ensures consistency and dependability, making it an excellent choice for personal protection and everyday carry. Each box contains 50 rounds, providing ample ammunition for training and self-defense needs.

Product Highlights:

Specifications
Manufacturer Norma Ammunition
Caliber .40 S&W
Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP)
Bullet Weight 180 grains
Muzzle Velocity 1015 fps
Muzzle Energy 412 ft-lbs
Rounds Per Box 50
Boxes Per Case 20
UPC 810036151672
Series Safeguard
Application Self-Defense

Key Features:

The Norma .40 S&W Safeguard 180gr JHP Ammo offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense. Here's a breakdown of its key features:

Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP)
Designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration
Bullet Weight 180 grains
Heavy bullet weight for increased stopping power
Muzzle Velocity 1015 fps
Balanced speed for effective terminal performance
Muzzle Energy 412 ft-lbs
Substantial energy transfer for maximum effect
Quantity 50 rounds per box
Convenient packaging for training and carry

Applications & Use Cases:

  • Self-Defense: Ideal for personal protection in concealed carry and home defense situations, offering reliable expansion and penetration.
  • Law Enforcement: Suitable for law enforcement agencies as a duty ammunition, providing consistent performance in critical situations.
  • Target Practice: Can be used for training and familiarization with your .40 S&W firearm, ensuring consistency between practice and carry ammunition.
  • Competitive Shooting: Suitable for certain competitive shooting disciplines that allow for .40 S&W ammunition.

Pros and Cons:

Pros

  • Effective Self-Defense: 180gr JHP bullet designed for optimal expansion and penetration in defensive situations.
  • Reliable Performance: Norma's quality control ensures consistent and dependable ammunition for critical use.
  • Moderate Velocity: 1015 fps muzzle velocity balances power with controllable recoil for follow-up shots.
  • Ample Energy: 412 ft-lbs of muzzle energy provides significant stopping power.
  • Convenient Packaging: 50-round box is suitable for both training and carry ammunition needs.

Cons

  • Recoil Management: 180gr bullet weight may produce more recoil than lighter .40 S&W loads.
  • Overpenetration Risk: Powerful round requires careful shot placement to minimize risk in urban environments.
  • Limited Capacity: Large bullet diameter of .40 S&W reduces magazine capacity compared to smaller calibers.
  • Ammunition Cost: Premium self-defense ammunition typically costs more than standard target loads.

About Norma Ammunition:

Norma Ammunition, founded in 1902 by Roy Weatherby, has been a leading manufacturer of high-quality ammunition for over a century. Headquartered in Åmotfors, Sweden, Norma has built a reputation for precision and reliability in the shooting sports and hunting communities. The company's commitment to innovation and quality control has made it a preferred choice for competitive shooters, hunters, and military forces worldwide. Norma's manufacturing facilities in Sweden and the United States employ cutting-edge technology and rigorous testing procedures to ensure consistent performance across all their product lines.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What are the key features of the Norma .40 S&W Safeguard 180gr JHP Ammo?

A: The Norma .40 S&W Safeguard 180gr JHP Ammo features a 180 grain Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) bullet, a muzzle velocity of 1015 fps, and muzzle energy of 412 ft lbs. It comes in boxes of 50 rounds, with 20 boxes per case. This ammunition is designed for self-defense and offers superior expansion and penetration.

Q: Is this ammunition suitable for everyday carry?

A: Yes, the Norma .40 S&W Safeguard 180gr JHP Ammo is specifically designed for self-defense and is suitable for everyday carry. Its JHP bullet design provides reliable expansion and penetration, making it an effective choice for personal protection scenarios.

Q: What is the shelf life of this ammunition?

A: When stored properly in a cool, dry place, this ammunition can have a shelf life of up to 10 years. However, it's always best to rotate your self-defense ammunition regularly, ideally every 6-12 months, to ensure optimal performance.

Q: Can this ammunition be used for target practice?

A: While the Norma .40 S&W Safeguard 180gr JHP Ammo can be used for target practice, it's primarily designed and priced for self-defense. For regular target practice or training, it's more cost-effective to use full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds, reserving these JHP rounds for self-defense applications and occasional function testing in your firearm.

Q: What is the difference between this JHP ammunition and standard FMJ rounds?

A: The Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) design of this ammunition is engineered to expand upon impact, creating a larger wound channel and reducing the risk of over-penetration. This makes it more effective for self-defense compared to Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds, which do not expand and are typically used for target practice due to their lower cost.

UPC:
810036151672
Brand:
Norma Ammo
Caliber:
.40 S&W
Condition:
New
Bullet Type:
JHP: jacketed hollow point
Bullet Weight (Grains):
180
Casing:
Brass