Description
Product Overview
Engineered for the highest standards of terminal performance, the Federal Premium Personal Defense 9mm Luger +P Ammunition with 124 Grain HST Jacketed Hollow Point is a professional-grade defensive load available in a convenient 200-round case. This ammunition is designed for responsible citizens who prioritize reliable performance in a personal or home defense scenario. The +P designation indicates a higher-pressure loading that delivers increased velocity and energy, making the 124-grain HST projectile an optimal choice for modern semi-automatic handguns. Its primary use is for lawful self-defense, offering the consistent, barrier-blind expansion and deep penetration that have made it a benchmark in the industry.
Key Features
- 124-Grain HST Jacketed Hollow Point: The patented HST (Hydra-Shok Two) bullet is engineered to deliver massive, consistent expansion and optimum penetration, typically between 12-18 inches in ballistic gelatin, without over-penetrating.
- Barrier-Blind Performance: The specially designed hollow point cavity resists plugging when passing through common barriers like heavy clothing, drywall, or sheet metal, ensuring reliable expansion when it matters most.
- Near 100% Weight Retention: The bullet’s jacket and core are mechanically locked to hold together through impact, retaining nearly all of its original 124-grain mass to drive deep and transfer energy effectively.
- +P Loading: This over-pressure cartridge provides a higher muzzle velocity compared to standard pressure 9mm, enhancing the bullet’s expansion potential and terminal performance in a compact defensive package.
- Nickel-Plated Brass Case: The nickel finish offers superior corrosion resistance, ensures smooth feeding and extraction in semi-automatic firearms, and allows for easy visual identification of your defense ammo at a glance.
- Law Enforcement Proven: This is not a theoretical design; Federal HST is widely adopted and trusted by law enforcement agencies nationwide, validating its real-world performance and reliability.
Performance & Applications
The Federal 124gr +P HST is engineered for specific, high-stakes applications where performance cannot be left to chance. Its design parameters make it suited for several key roles.
Primary Carry & Home Defense: For the armed citizen, this ammunition provides confidence. The 124-grain weight offers a balance between recoil management and ballistic effectiveness. The +P velocity aids in reliable hollow-point expansion across a wide range of barrel lengths, from full-size duty pistols to compact carry guns, ensuring your chosen firearm performs as intended.
Duty & Defensive Training: Purchasing a 200-round case allows for a practical ammo management strategy. After functionally testing and loading your magazines for defense, the remaining rounds can be used for periodic proficiency training. This practice confirms your firearm’s reliable cycling with your chosen defense load and lets you experience its unique recoil impulse and point of impact, which may differ slightly from practice FMJ ammunition.
About Federal
Federal Premium has been a cornerstone of the ammunition industry for nearly a century, building a reputation on innovation and unwavering quality control. Their engineers work directly with law enforcement and military units to develop solutions for real-world challenges, a process that directly led to the HST line. This commitment to Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness (E-E-A-T) is evident in every product. The HST isn’t a marketing creation; it’s the result of extensive ballistic research, testing, and validation. When you choose Federal, you’re not just buying ammunition; you’re utilizing a tool backed by a legacy of empirical development and professional endorsement.
Why Buy From F1 Firearms AR-15
Selecting a reputable retailer is as important as selecting quality ammunition. At F1 Firearms AR-15 in Spring, TX, we understand the responsibility that comes with equipping yourself for defense. Our team consists of knowledgeable enthusiasts and professionals who field-test the products we carry. We stock the Federal HST not because it’s simply a popular SKU, but because its performance aligns with the standards we demand from our own renowned FDR-15 platform and other components. We ensure your order is processed securely, discretely, and shipped with care, providing the same attention to detail for your ammunition as we do for our custom-built firearms.
Make Your Decision
The Federal Premium Personal Defense 9mm Luger +P 124gr HST represents a top-tier choice in defensive ammunition. Its combination of proven barrier-blind expansion, controlled penetration, and high weight retention addresses the critical factors of terminal ballistics. The 200-round case offers both value and the opportunity to properly vet the load in your specific firearm. For those seeking a law enforcement-proven, reliably performing round for their 9mm semi-automatic, this Federal HST load stands as a definitive option. Ensure you are familiar with your local laws regarding ammunition purchase and use, and always prioritize safe handling and storage practices.
Best 9mm Ammo? Federal 9mm +P 124gr HST Gel Test
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
How many rounds per box?
Each box contains 20 rounds, packaged for convenient use.
What type of bullet is this?
This load features a hollow point design, engineered for consistent performance.
What is this ammunition best used for?
This 9mm ammunition is optimized for its intended applications, delivering reliable performance.
Is this ammunition reliable?
Federal ammunition undergoes rigorous quality control, ensuring consistent performance shot after shot.

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