Has anyone used this round, if so what do you think?
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Federal Hydra Shock 155gr .40cal
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Theres better out there, I carry Winchester Ranger T's in all my .40s
I like Federal. Especially their Hydra-Shok line; makes for great carry ammo.
I don't think that's a popular weight for a .40 S&W bullet. YMMV.
Most of ones I've seen are usually in the 165gr or 180gr variety.
I don't think that's a popular weight for a .40 S&W bullet. YMMV.
Most of ones I've seen are usually in the 165gr or 180gr variety.
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I just saw at the range yesterday a guy with Hydra-shock and HSTs in .40 caliber test firing them. There is not a doubt in my mind HSTs are far superior.
Here is a pic which matches exactly what I saw first hand. While I was there, he shot a HST .45 into a half gallon jug and it went through just a few layers of gypsum board as backing before stopping. The jug was in pieces. He didn't do the hydra-shocks when I was there so I can't compare for you.
http://www.defensivecarry.com/vbull...80-federal-hst-vs-hydra-shock-pics-40s-w.html
Here is a pic which matches exactly what I saw first hand. While I was there, he shot a HST .45 into a half gallon jug and it went through just a few layers of gypsum board as backing before stopping. The jug was in pieces. He didn't do the hydra-shocks when I was there so I can't compare for you.
http://www.defensivecarry.com/vbull...80-federal-hst-vs-hydra-shock-pics-40s-w.html
Considering that the HST is intended to be Federal's replacement for the venerable Hydra-Shok, I would hope it's better.
The Hydra-Shok is old, used to be the gold standard, but for my HD gun that's what I have loaded. It'll do the job well, but if you want the best, it's not anymore.
The Hydra-Shok is old, used to be the gold standard, but for my HD gun that's what I have loaded. It'll do the job well, but if you want the best, it's not anymore.
