The Newest Hard-Hitting 9mm Rounds? Plus, Ammo from Sig Sauer | Gun Talk Radio

Published on August 3, 2020
Duration: 5:29

This segment discusses new, heavier 9mm ammunition, specifically 'Seismic Ammo' featuring 185-grain bullets. The discussion highlights its potential to achieve a power factor of 169, exceeding the 160 minimum often required by federal agencies. The potential use of advanced case technologies like Shell Shock cases is explored as a means to handle higher pressures and velocities, possibly ushering in a new era of ammunition performance.

Quick Summary

Seismic Ammunition offers a new 185-grain 9mm round achieving 916 fps and a power factor of 169, exceeding the 160 minimum for many law enforcement agencies. This innovation may leverage advanced case technologies like Shell Shock to handle higher pressures, potentially enhancing 9mm performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to Gun Talk Radio Segment
  2. 00:16Caller Tim Introduces Seismic Ammunition
  3. 00:24Details on Seismic 185-Grain 9mm Ammo
  4. 00:43Velocity and Power Factor of Seismic Ammo
  5. 00:54Law Enforcement Power Factor Requirements
  6. 01:17Comparing 9mm to .40 Caliber Performance
  7. 01:30Host's Initial Reaction and Research
  8. 01:41Skepticism on 'Newest Greatest' Ammo
  9. 02:11Speculation on Shell Shock Case Technology
  10. 02:33Advice: Beware of Early Adoption
  11. 03:00Debunking 9mm vs. .40/.45 Stopping Power Myth
  12. 03:21Shell Shock Ammunition and Military Trends
  13. 03:50Sig Sauer's Ammunition Development
  14. 04:12New Technology and Unknown Outcomes
  15. 04:26Skepticism Towards Ammunition Claims
  16. 04:47Potential of New Metallic Case Technologies
  17. 05:02Sig Sauer Designers and Potential Synergy
  18. 05:12Seismic Ammo Website and Further Research

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seismic Ammunition and its key features?

Seismic Ammunition is a new 9mm offering that features a significantly heavier 185-grain projectile. This is notable as most 9mm rounds typically range from 115 to 147 grains. The heavier bullet aims to increase performance metrics.

What power factor does the new 185-grain 9mm Seismic Ammunition achieve?

The 185-grain 9mm Seismic Ammunition, when fired from a 4-inch barrel, achieves a velocity of 916 feet per second and produces a power factor of 169. This exceeds the minimum power factor of 160 often required by federal law enforcement agencies.

How might new ammunition technologies like Shell Shock cases impact performance?

Advanced case technologies, such as Shell Shock cases, are speculated to handle higher pressures and velocities. This could allow manufacturers to load ammunition to more demanding specifications, potentially leading to increased performance in calibers like 9mm.

Is it advisable to immediately adopt new ammunition technologies?

The speaker advises caution, suggesting it's wise not to be the first to adopt new ammunition technologies, especially when lives may depend on it. It's recommended to wait for testing and proven reliability before making a commitment.

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