Federal Premium Personal Defense 10mm Auto 200gr HST Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • JHP
Federal Premium Personal Defense 10mm Auto 200gr HST Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • JHP
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 1130 fps | 567 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 1112 fps | 549 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 10 yds | 1095 fps | 533 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 15 yds | 1080 fps | 518 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 20 yds | 1065 fps | 504 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 1051 fps | 491 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 1038 fps | 479 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 35 yds | 1026 fps | 468 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 40 yds | 1014 fps | 457 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 45 yds | 1003 fps | 447 ft-lb | -1.0" |
| 50 yds | 992 fps | 437 ft-lb | -1.5" |
| 55 yds | 982 fps | 428 ft-lb | -2.0" |
| 60 yds | 972 fps | 420 ft-lb | -2.7" |
| 65 yds | 963 fps | 412 ft-lb | -3.4" |
| 70 yds | 953 fps | 404 ft-lb | -4.2" |
| 75 yds | 945 fps | 396 ft-lb | -5.1" |
| 80 yds | 936 fps | 389 ft-lb | -6.2" |
| 85 yds | 928 fps | 382 ft-lb | -7.3" |
| 90 yds | 920 fps | 376 ft-lb | -8.5" |
| 95 yds | 912 fps | 369 ft-lb | -9.8" |
| 100 yds | 904 fps | 363 ft-lb | -11.2" |
Product Overview
Federal's HST is one of the most widely issued law enforcement bullets in North America, and this 200-grain 10mm Auto load brings that proven technology to civilian shooters. At 1130 fps, the heavy bullet generates 567 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. Federal took a different approach here than the velocity-chasing competition. The extra 20 grains of bullet mass provide deeper penetration and greater momentum through intermediate barriers like automotive glass and heavy clothing.
The HST bullet design uses a cannelured jacket and pre-scored nose that opens into six uniform petals upon impact. This expansion pattern has been validated through thousands of FBI-protocol gel tests across law enforcement agencies. The heavier 200-grain projectile maintains its trajectory through barriers better than lighter, faster bullets that can deflect or fragment. For personal defense in and around vehicles, this load is hard to beat.
The nickel-plated brass case resists corrosion during extended carry and feeds smoothly in all major 10mm platforms. The 200-grain weight does produce more felt recoil than 180-grain options, and the lower velocity means more holdover at distance. But for close-range defensive encounters where penetration and consistent expansion matter most, the Federal HST 200-grain is the load that many defensive instructors recommend for the 10mm Auto platform.
- HST bullet technology is proven across thousands of law enforcement gel tests
- 200-grain weight provides superior penetration through automotive glass and heavy barriers
- Nickel-plated brass resists corrosion during extended carry cycles
- Six-petal expansion pattern delivers consistent wound channels across varied conditions
- Heavier 200-grain bullet produces noticeably more recoil than 180-grain alternatives
- 1130 fps velocity is slower than competitors, requiring more holdover at distance
- Premium price makes regular practice with this load expensive
All Federal Premium Personal Defense 10mm Auto 200gr HST Ammo Prices
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