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CIVIL DEFENSE

10mm

$47.99

SKU: LA-CD-10-032

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DETAILS

Weight: 60gr
Velocity: 2,400 FPS
Kinetic Energy: 780 FPE
Accuracy: < 1” @ 25 Meters
Rounds: 20 per box
Terminal Effect: 4 -1/2” W x 12” D

Compared To Other Top Self-Defense Rounds

The Civil Defense 10mm is the most powerful self-defense handgun round we make. It’s effectiveness cannot be overstated. It flies at 2400 FPS out of a 5″ barrel and delivers all of that energy without over-penetration. The Civil Defense 10mm is the perfect home-defense round. Our projectiles function differently than any other self-defense round on the market. We designed the Civil Defense line to eliminate threats with one round. We did this by creating the maximum amount of damage and tissue disruption possible. They do well against barriers, but when the large cavity fills with fluid, the hydraulic pressure builds until the side walls of the projectile explode. With that explosion comes rifle sized temporary cavities and hydrostatic shock, therefore increasing stopping power by tenfold. Following the explosion, the bullet fragments into a starburst shaped pattern creating multiple wound channels. This process also benefits in many other areas across the spectrum of things considered when talking about self-defense. Such as reduced over penetration and lessening the risk of unintended casualties. Having a lighter projectile also leads to less muzzle flip for faster follow up shots.

REVIEWS

Ruger LC Carbine 10mm

May 5, 2026

Bought a box to try, wasn’t expecting the velocity or accuracy i got. Garmen cronograph gave me an average 2889fps

On 10 shots.

1/2″ group @ 30yds 3rounds .

2″ group @100yds 3 rounds.

Will be a repeat customer.

Sumpter

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Wow…….that’s even better than we would expect!!

Our ammo matches up well with Ruger, they make a great product as well.

2889 fps is insane!

Those groupings are fantastic as well.

Shooting Sig

February 16, 2026

Having experienced the stronger muzzle jump 9mm shot from a Sig p365, I was prepared for the 10mm to have brutal recoil. I was shocked to discover the opposite. Yes, it is a lot louder than standard 180gr 10mm rounds, but it had significantly less muzzle jump in a Sig p320 Xten. Quickly knocked down steel plates at 20 yards.

I’ve seen reviews decrying less penetration and more fragmentation/ multiple wound channels. Beats me why they consider “working as designed” as a negative.

Michael M

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Thanks Michael,

WE do have lower recoil and alot of people can’t wrap their mind around that or the rupture that occurs after a barrier.

We appreciate you carrying Liberty Ammunition.

All season superior self defense rounds

December 9, 2025

I run civil liberty defense in all of my EDC, which vary from season to season. My main summer ecd is either a Glock 30 compact.45 (11rnd) or FN510T 10mm. Both hide nicely under a tee shirt. The Glock tucks tighter in a suit and tie situation. Colder seasons are a different story. EDC is a FNX45T with a trijicon red dot. All 3 run liberty civil defense rounds that weigh almost nothing but absolutely decimate anything they are sent to. The 10mm are the most impressive @ 2400+fps confirmed. The .45’s aren’t far behind with velocity and accuracy but the 10mm is a 1 shot death sentence. Judge, jury and executioner in one round. Highly recommended

Russell P

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Thanks Russell.

Our rounds are the top self-defense rounds…….it’s not even close.

Love this ammo, but have a suggestion

November 21, 2025

I feel yall should include some ballistic gel photos and numbers on your sight. The permanent wound channel thats caused by this is astounding. Maybe even include some high frame rate videos to show expansion, similar to how Luckygunner.com does (even with your ammo)

Ian

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Ian, Great suggestion. We have a few still photos that we can add.

Our Youtube was hijacked, so we are starting over there and adding slo-mo videos there.

They tend to slow down our website.

10mm whole new ballgame

November 19, 2025

I use the 10mm flavor on my homestead AND in my G29. On the homestead I raise hogs and beef. I use the G29 with the 60gr 10mm offerings. I’ll save the details but if hogs are indeed close to a two legged threat – this ammo delivers. Solid put down, no background collateral damage, clean, swift. I prefer it over my 45 levergun for harvest time. I hope I NEVER have to pull my weapon in the defense of my life, but I believe I have a hard hitting, end the threat load if I am pushed into having to.

David

Energy claim accuracy Overwatch 45 ACP

May 11, 2026

105 grain projectile at 1600 ft/sec yields 596.7 ft•lb of energy, NOT 604 ft•lb.

This same misinformation is listed in the Midway web-site.

I do like Liberty ammo and use it in my firearms. I recommend it for anyone who wants to use what I consider the best ammunition for self defense.

Bill Ragen

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Thanks Bill,

That was rounded down from 1610.

Mistake on our part.

She hits at 604 and is a little faster than marked on the box.

Review

May 6, 2026

It does what it says. I carry all the time. Only complaint is the bullet falls into the case. This is after loading and reloading.

Colin Barnes

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Continued loading and unloading can knock the projo into the case.

We recommend dummy rounds for practicing loading and unloading drills.

Ruger LC Carbine 10mm

May 5, 2026

Bought a box to try, wasn’t expecting the velocity or accuracy i got. Garmen cronograph gave me an average 2889fps

On 10 shots.

1/2″ group @ 30yds 3rounds .

2″ group @100yds 3 rounds.

Will be a repeat customer.

Sumpter

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Wow…….that’s even better than we would expect!!

Our ammo matches up well with Ruger, they make a great product as well.

2889 fps is insane!

Those groupings are fantastic as well.

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  • Our Projectiles Function Differently

    Our Projectiles Function Differently Than Any Other Self-Defense Round On The Market. We Designed The Civil Defense Line To Eliminate Threats With One Round. We Did This By Creating The Maximum Amount Of Damage And Tissue Disruption Possible. They Do Well Against Barriers, But When The Large Cavity Fills With Fluid, The Hydraulic Pressure Builds Until The Side Walls Of The Projectile Explode. With That Explosion Comes Rifle Sized Temporary Cavities And Hydrostatic Shock, Therefore Increasing Stopping Power By Tenfold. Following The Explosion, The Bullet Fragments Into A Starburst Shaped Pattern Creating Multiple Wound Channels.

    Our Projectiles Function Differently

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