Federal Range and Target .40 S&W 180gr FMJ Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • FMJ
Federal Range and Target .40 S&W 180gr FMJ Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • FMJ
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 1000 fps | 399 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 994 fps | 395 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 10 yds | 989 fps | 391 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 15 yds | 984 fps | 387 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 20 yds | 979 fps | 383 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 974 fps | 379 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 969 fps | 375 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 35 yds | 964 fps | 371 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 40 yds | 959 fps | 368 ft-lb | -0.8" |
| 45 yds | 955 fps | 364 ft-lb | -1.2" |
| 50 yds | 950 fps | 361 ft-lb | -1.8" |
| 55 yds | 946 fps | 358 ft-lb | -2.4" |
| 60 yds | 942 fps | 354 ft-lb | -3.2" |
| 65 yds | 937 fps | 351 ft-lb | -4.0" |
| 70 yds | 933 fps | 348 ft-lb | -5.0" |
| 75 yds | 929 fps | 345 ft-lb | -6.0" |
| 80 yds | 925 fps | 342 ft-lb | -7.1" |
| 85 yds | 921 fps | 339 ft-lb | -8.4" |
| 90 yds | 917 fps | 336 ft-lb | -9.7" |
| 95 yds | 913 fps | 333 ft-lb | -11.2" |
| 100 yds | 909 fps | 330 ft-lb | -12.7" |
Product Overview
Federal's Range and Target .40 S&W loads a 180-grain FMJ bullet at 1,000 fps, producing 400 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. That velocity is moderate for the caliber, and the heavier bullet keeps felt recoil predictable from shot to shot. The brass case feeds smoothly in most semi-auto pistols, and the full metal jacket design cuts down on lead fouling during long sessions.
The 180-grain weight matches what most .40 S&W defensive loads use, so your point of impact and recoil impulse at the range will mirror what you feel with carry ammo. That kind of consistency matters when you are building muscle memory for draw-and-fire drills or working on controlled pairs. The FMJ profile also feeds more reliably than some truncated cone designs in older .40 S&W pistols.
This round fits best in a regular practice rotation. If you shoot weekly qualifications, run IDPA or USPSA practice stages, or just want to stay sharp with your duty gun, it will do the job without surprises. Indoor ranges that restrict lead-core exposed-base ammo may still allow it since the jacket covers the nose, though the base remains exposed. For strictly lead-free requirements, look at a TMJ option instead.
- 180-grain weight matches common defensive loads, so training recoil and point of impact carry over to carry ammo
- 1,000 fps velocity sits right between the faster Aguila (1,050 fps) and slower Armscor (953 fps), giving a middle-ground feel
- Brass cases eject cleanly and can be reloaded, stretching your training budget over time
- Federal's consistent primer ignition means fewer light strikes during high-volume sessions
- FMJ will not expand, so it is a poor choice for any defensive application
- Slower than the Aguila 180gr load by 50 fps, which translates to about 10% less energy at the muzzle
- Exposed lead base can increase airborne lead in poorly ventilated indoor ranges compared to TMJ alternatives like CCI Blazer Clean Fire
Similar Products Compared
| PRODUCT | WEIGHT | TYPE | VELOCITY | ENERGY | BC | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 gr | FMJ | 1000 fps | 400 ft-lbs | 0.191 | N/A | |
| 180 gr | FMJ | 1050 fps | 441 ft-lbs | 0.188 |
$0.37
1000 Rounds
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| 165 gr | FMJFN | 1060 fps | 412 ft-lbs | 0.165 |
$0.43
1000 Rounds
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| 180 gr | FMJ | 990 fps | 392 ft-lbs | 0.178 |
$0.38
500 Rounds
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| 180 gr | FMJ | 968 fps | 374 ft-lbs | 0.191 |
$0.34
1000 Rounds
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| 180 gr | FMJ | 953 fps | 363 ft-lbs | 0.188 | N/A |
All Federal Range and Target .40 S&W 180gr FMJ Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
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