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Posted On: 2/13/2022
By: William Kostal
A: Thanks for reaching out William! I'm afraid I can't promise specific performance from a handgun I haven't personally tested. What I can tell you is that a fella on the 1911 Forum did a gel test with this same ammo back in 2019. He used a 3.9" and a 3" test barrel, which means his results are pretty close to what your Rugers would do. He recorded a penetration depth of 15" with the longer barrel, which does fall within the acceptable confines as set forward by the FBI test protocol. You can see the test here if you like:
1911forum.com/threads/federal-9mm-147gr-jhp-in-clear-ballistics-gel.990512/
Posted On: 9/20/2021
By: Rob R
A: Thanks for reaching out Robert! That's very difficult to say. Recoil energy is the product of four factors: bullet weight, propellant weight, firearm weight and muzzle velocity. As a general rule a heavier 9mm bullet has a slower muzzle velocity, and the two qualities have a tendency to cancel one another out. To further complicate matters, perceived recoil is impossible to estimate, because I can't measure what you're going to feel. But because this 147gr ammo will certainly have a lower muzzle velocity than the 115gr rounds it sounds like you're accustomed to firing, I don't expect you'll notice too dramatic a difference in recoil (if you notice any at all). If you give me your 115gr loads' muzzle velocity and firearm model I can calculate the difference in objective recoil energy you'd experience with this ammo, though!
Posted On: 9/13/2019
By: PE
A: Hi PE. The decision of projectile weight is a personal preference. There are some who think a lighter but faster bullet is best while others believe in using a heavier but slower rounds. There are arguments to support both decisions, but in the end, both will do the job if you place the shot well.
Posted On: 1/4/2019
By: David Davies
A: Typically anything less than 1125 fps is considered subsonic. The actual speed may vary slightly with humidity and elevation This round is rated at 1000 fps so would be well below what you looking for. Just be sure to consult the manufacturer of your suppressor with regards to hollow point rounds as not all of them are compatible and it could void your warranty.
