Federal Personal Defense Punch .44 Special 180gr JHP Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • JHP • MPN: PD44SP1
Federal Personal Defense Punch .44 Special 180gr JHP Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • JHP • MPN: PD44SP1
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 815 fps | 265 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 811 fps | 262 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 10 yds | 807 fps | 260 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 15 yds | 803 fps | 258 ft-lb | +0.2" |
| 20 yds | 799 fps | 255 ft-lb | +0.2" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 796 fps | 253 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 792 fps | 251 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 35 yds | 788 fps | 248 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 40 yds | 785 fps | 246 ft-lb | -1.3" |
| 45 yds | 781 fps | 244 ft-lb | -2.1" |
| 50 yds | 778 fps | 242 ft-lb | -2.9" |
| 55 yds | 774 fps | 239 ft-lb | -3.9" |
| 60 yds | 771 fps | 237 ft-lb | -5.1" |
| 65 yds | 767 fps | 235 ft-lb | -6.4" |
| 70 yds | 764 fps | 233 ft-lb | -7.8" |
| 75 yds | 760 fps | 231 ft-lb | -9.4" |
| 80 yds | 757 fps | 229 ft-lb | -11.2" |
| 85 yds | 754 fps | 227 ft-lb | -13.1" |
| 90 yds | 750 fps | 225 ft-lb | -15.1" |
| 95 yds | 747 fps | 223 ft-lb | -17.4" |
| 100 yds | 744 fps | 221 ft-lb | -19.7" |
Product Overview
Federal Personal Defense Punch is engineered specifically for defensive carry in .44 Special revolvers. The 180gr jacketed hollow point uses a soft lead core with a skived jacket designed to expand reliably at the moderate velocities typical of short-barreled revolvers. At 815 fps, it generates 265 ft-lbs of muzzle energy.
The nickel-plated brass case feeds smoothly and resists corrosion from body heat and humidity during concealed carry. This load works well in compact revolvers like the Charter Arms Bulldog or S&W 296. The controlled expansion keeps the bullet from fragmenting while still creating an effective wound channel.
Shooters who carry .44 Special for personal protection will find this load optimized for real-world defensive scenarios. Federal designed the Punch line to expand through common barriers like heavy clothing. The moderate recoil allows accurate shot placement under stress, which matters more than raw power in defensive situations.
- Designed to expand reliably at .44 Special velocities
- Nickel-plated brass resists corrosion during carry
- Skived jacket promotes consistent expansion through clothing
- Moderate recoil allows faster follow-up shots
- 180gr weight balances penetration and expansion
- Premium pricing compared to practice ammunition
- Lower velocity than some competitors
- 265 ft-lbs is modest compared to magnum alternatives
- Limited testing data available compared to more popular calibers
All Federal Personal Defense Punch .44 Special 180gr JHP Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 500 | $659.81 | $0.00 | $659.81 | $1.32 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $285.56 | $0.00 | $285.56 | $1.43 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 20 | $31.56 | $10.99 | $42.55 | $2.13 |