Magtech .40 S&W 180-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) is a popular, cost-effective brass-cased round designed for target shooting, range training, and plinking. It features a flat-nose projectile, non-corrosive Boxer primers, and travels at a muzzle velocity of 990 feet per second. 

Technical Specs

• Caliber: .40 Smith & Wesson (.40 S&W)

• Bullet Weight: 180 grains (also available in 165 grain)

• Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket Flat Nose (FMJ-FN)

• Muzzle Velocity: 990 fps

• Muzzle Energy: 392 ft-lbs

• Casing: Brass (reloadable)

• Primer: Small pistol, non-corrosive

Usage and Performance

• Primary Use: Best for high-volume practice, target shooting, and standard handgun training at the range. 

• Not for Defense: FMJ bullets do not expand upon impact, meaning they punch straight through targets and are poorly suited for personal defense or hunting. 

• Reliability: Most users on Reddit agree that Magtech Ammunition offers clean feeding, consistent performance, and great value compared to higher-priced training loads.