Gel test Results
We tested this Nosler Ammunition 45 ACP (Auto) ammo by firing five rounds with a Ruger SR45 with a -inch barrel into calibrated Clear Ballistics gelatin. Of those five rounds, we discovered the ammo penetrated an average of 24.82-inches into the gelatin. Our test rounds ended the test with an average expanded diameter of 0.45-inches, retaining 100% of the projectile's original weight.
On this page, you'll see video of our tests including photographs that detail the ammunition before/after firing it through a four-layer barrier into gelatin. Also, you'll see how this Nosler Ammunition 45 ACP (Auto) ammunition stacks up compared to other self-defense rounds in 45 ACP (Auto).
To read more about our testing procedures and processes, please head here.
Unfired versus Fired Round Comparison
50rds - 45 ACP Nosler Match Grade Handgun 230gr. JHP Ammo Gel Test Results
| Median | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullet Depth (in.) | 23.4 | 24.2 | 24.6 | 25.3 | 26.6 |
| Expanded Diameter (in.) | 0.45 | 0.45 | 0.45 | 0.45 | 0.45 |
| Bullet Weight after shot (gr.) | 229.6 | 229.8 | 229.9 | 230 | 230.4 |
| Bullet Velocity (fps) | 883 | 885 | 885 | 897 | 914 |
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