When selecting defensive ammunition, priorities are consistent expansion, dependable penetration, and predictable terminal performance under real-world conditions. Choosing rounds engineered to maintain weight and avoid common failure modes gives both professionals and responsible civilians confidence in their carry loads.

FEDERAL PREMIUM delivers HST hollow-point performance crafted for those exact needs: effective selfdefense requires ammunition that provides consistent expansion optimum penetration and superior terminal performance. HSTs specially designed hollow point wont plug while passing through a variety of barriers and the bullet jacket and core hold together to provide nearly 100 percent weight retention through even the toughest materials. FEDERAL PREMIUM is listed as Handgun Ammo, produced by Federal with models described as Various, and is available at a price of $33.99.

Design and terminal performance

FEDERAL PREMIUM HST rounds are engineered to expand reliably while resisting core-jacket separation. The design minimizes the common hollow-point failure of plugging on soft barriers, which preserves expansion and maintains nearly full weight retention. That combination maximizes energy transfer on target while still achieving controlled penetration—key metrics for defensive loads.

HST hollow-point construction

The HST profile promotes uniform mushrooming and the geometry helps the cavity stay open through clothing and intermediate barriers. For professionals and informed carry owners, that predictable behavior reduces uncertainty in high-stress encounters.

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Choosing caliber and carry considerations

Model listings are noted as Various, so FEDERAL PREMIUM covers multiple common defensive calibers. When selecting a caliber, balance controllability, magazine capacity, and terminal energy for your platform. Tested HST loads tend to perform consistently across popular defensive calibers; match the load to your firearm and training profile.

For storage and practice, treat HST defensive ammo as mission-specific rounds—keep a separate practice load for range sessions. Properly storing a box at its listed price of $33.99 ensures you know exactly what’s in your defensive magazine when it matters.

Purchase and availability

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