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Underwood 9mm Luger Ammo 90 Grain Xtreme Defender - 815
Underwood 9mm Luger 90 Grain Xtreme Defender ammunition is a high-velocity defensive handgun load designed for personal protection applications. This 9mm ammo uses a solid copper monolithic projectile with a fluted nose profile intended to provide consistent terminal performance without relying on traditional hollow point expansion. Loaded to a listed muzzle velocity of 1,400 fps, the 90 grain Xtreme Defender bullet combines lightweight projectile construction with a supersonic velocity profile. Underwood loads this ammunition in nickel-plated reloadable brass cases with flash-suppressed powder to support low-light defensive use. The projectile is lead-free and designed for shooters seeking a non-traditional defensive handgun bullet configuration. Each box contains 20 rounds, while full case quantities include 200 rounds of 9mm Luger ammo. Case quantities of this 9mm defensive ammunition qualify for free shipping through Target Sports USA.
Features and Specifications:
- 90 Grain Xtreme Defender Projectile: This 9mm Luger ammo uses a solid monolithic copper bullet with a fluted nose design intended for personal defense applications.
- Supersonic 9mm Velocity: Loaded to 1,400 fps, this ammunition delivers a fast velocity profile while maintaining a standard-pressure 9mm Luger configuration.
- Lead-Free Copper Construction: The solid copper projectile design eliminates lead content while maintaining structural integrity during defensive use scenarios.
- Fluted Defensive Bullet Design: The projectile uses radial flute geometry intended to influence fluid displacement without depending on conventional bullet expansion.
- Nickel-Plated Reloadable Brass Cases: Underwood uses boxer-primed nickel-plated brass cases designed to support reliable feeding, corrosion resistance, and reloadability.
- New Production Non-Corrosive Ammo: This ammunition is loaded as new production using non-corrosive components for modern defensive handgun use.
Deep Dive
Overview
This 9mm Luger ammo is intended for personal defense and concealed carry applications in modern centerfire handguns chambered for 9mm Luger ammunition. The solid monolithic projectile design offers an alternative to traditional hollow point defensive ammunition by using a fluted nose geometry rather than expansion-based terminal performance. Its 90 grain bullet weight and 1,400 fps velocity profile place it among the faster defensive 9mm loads available in standard-pressure configurations. The lead-free copper projectile may appeal to shooters seeking non-lead defensive ammunition for carry or field use. Underwood also identifies this load as suitable for hunting applications where handgun hunting with 9mm ammunition is permitted. The supersonic velocity profile is designed for reliable defensive handgun performance while maintaining compatibility with standard 9mm Luger firearms. This ammunition is intended for defensive and field applications requiring a lightweight, high-velocity projectile design.
History and Development
Underwood Ammo produces specialized handgun and rifle ammunition designed for defensive, hunting, and performance-focused shooting applications. The company has developed a reputation for loading ammunition that emphasizes velocity, energy, and specialized projectile configurations across a broad range of calibers. The Xtreme Defender line was developed as part of Underwood’s defensive ammunition offerings using solid monolithic bullet construction combined with a fluted nose profile rather than traditional expanding hollow point designs. This product line was created to provide an alternative defensive projectile approach while maintaining bullet integrity through common intermediate barriers.
Common Questions and FAQs
- What type of bullet does this ammunition use?
It uses a 90 grain Xtreme Defender solid monolithic copper projectile with a fluted nose design.
- Is this ammunition lead-free?
Yes, the projectile used in this ammunition does not contain lead.
- What is the listed velocity for this load?
Underwood lists the muzzle velocity at 1,400 fps.
- Are the cases reloadable?
Yes, this ammunition uses boxer-primed reloadable nickel-plated brass cases.
- Does this bulk 9mm ammo ship free?
Yes, bulk purchases of this 9mm Luger ammo qualify for free shipping through Target Sports USA.
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Underwood 9mm Luger 90 Grain Xtreme Defender ammunition is a specialized defensive handgun load built around a lightweight solid copper monolithic projectile and a high-velocity standard-pressure configuration. The fluted Xtreme Defender bullet design offers an alternative to traditional expanding hollow point defensive ammunition while maintaining a lead-free projectile construction. Nickel-plated reloadable brass cases and flash-suppressed powder are included as part of the loading configuration for defensive handgun use. This ammunition is packaged in 20-round boxes with 200-round case quantities available for larger purchases. Its combination of supersonic velocity, solid copper construction, and standard-pressure loading makes it suitable for a wide range of modern 9mm Luger handguns.
| Field | Details |
| MPN | 815 |
| UPC | 816874020125 |
| Manufacturer | Underwood |
| Platform | Handgun |
| Ammo Application | Personal Defense |
| Ammo Type | Solid Monolithic |
| Caliber | 9mm Luger |
| Grain Weight | 90 |
| Quantity Per Package | Box of 20 / Case of 200 |
| Test Barrel Length | Not Provided |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1400 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 392 ft lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.087 |
| Case Type | Nickel Plated Brass |
| Primer Type | Centerfire / Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| Staked Primer | Not Provided |
| Country of Origin | USA |
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