{"id":14544,"date":"2024-03-27T20:19:06","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T20:19:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wideners.com\/blog\/?p=14544"},"modified":"2024-10-16T04:01:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T04:01:18","slug":"best-40-sw-ammo-plinking-training-home-defense","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wideners.com\/blog\/best-40-sw-ammo-plinking-training-home-defense\/","title":{"rendered":"Best 40 S&W Ammo: Plinking, Training & Home Defense"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to versatility and power in the handgun world, the .40 S&W stands out as a top choice for many shooters. Whether you’re at the range, training, or considering self-defense options, the .40 S&W cartridge is a viable option. Below, we\u2019ll explore the history and capabilities of this caliber and provide our picks for <\/span>the best .40 S&W ammo.<\/span><\/p>\n

Best 40 S&W Ammo \u2013 Our 3 Picks<\/b><\/h2>\n

When compiling our list of the best .40 S&W ammo, we considered availability, performance, and reliability. With that in mind, our list of the best .40 S&W ammo includes:<\/span><\/p>\n

Plinking & Training \u2013 <\/b>Blazer Brass .40 S&W 165gr<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n
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Blazer Brass .40 S&W 165gr is a great choice for plinking or training at the range.<\/p><\/div>\n

Blazer Brass is one of my favorite ammo brands for training and plinking. The ammo is made right here in the United States, and the cartridges feature reloadable brass casings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Their most popular practice cartridge is the 165-grain full metal jacket option. Its muzzle velocity is 1,50 feet per second, and its muzzle energy is .404 ft-lbs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Caliber<\/th>\nBullet Type<\/th>\nBullet Weight<\/th>\nVelocity (Muzzle)<\/th>\nEnergy (Muzzle)<\/th>\n25 Yards (Velocity\/Energy)<\/th>\n50 Yards (Velocity\/Energy)<\/th>\n100 Yards (Velocity\/Energy)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
.40 S&W<\/td>\nFMJ<\/td>\n165gr<\/td>\n1,050 FPS<\/td>\n404 FT LBS<\/td>\n1,015 FPS\/377 FT LBS<\/td>\n971 FPS\/345 FT LBS<\/td>\n911 FPS\/304 FT LBS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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\n Blazer Brass 40 S&W 165 Grain FMJ - 1000 Rounds <\/div>\n
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\n $324.85 <\/div>\n \n Shop Now\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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\n CCI 40 S&W 180 Grain Blazer Brass FMJ - 50 Rounds <\/div>\n
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\n $19.85 <\/div>\n \n Shop Now\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n