Remington RP9 Part II - A second RP9 for testing

Published on February 1, 2017
Duration: 31:32

This review details testing of a second Remington RP9 pistol to assess reliability issues. The expert reviewer, with high authority, identified a potential magazine design flaw causing rounds to pop out during reloads. The testing also highlighted significant differences in slide weight compared to competitors like the Glock 17 and Sig P226.

Quick Summary

Expert analysis of the Remington RP9 reveals potential reliability issues, including light primer strikes and a magazine design flaw where rounds can pop out during reloads. The RP9's 1.40 lb slide is notably heavier than competitors like the Glock 17 and Sig P226.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Context
  2. 01:32Acquisition Strategy
  3. 02:20Remington Factory Test Ammunition
  4. 04:48Testing the Original RP9
  5. 13:59Testing the Second RP9
  6. 18:03Magazine Design Flaw
  7. 20:28Ergonomics and Controls Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What reliability issues were observed with the Remington RP9?

The initial Remington RP9 unit experienced light primer strikes and feed ramp jams with NATO-spec ammunition. A consistent issue across both units was rounds popping out of the magazine feed lips during forceful reloads.

How does the Remington RP9's slide weight compare to competitors?

The Remington RP9 has a slide weight of 1.40 lbs. This is heavier than the Glock 17 (1.14 lbs), Sig P226 (1.04 lbs), and Ruger American (1.14 lbs), possibly due to its frame being designed for a larger caliber.

What potential design flaw was identified in the Remington RP9?

A recurring issue involved the magazine feed lips allowing rounds to dislodge when the magazine was firmly inserted into the pistol grip, which could lead to feeding malfunctions or loose ammunition.

Was the second Remington RP9 tested more reliable than the first?

Yes, the brand-new second RP9 unit tested functioned flawlessly with various ammunition types, including ZQI and Freedom Munitions, suggesting the first unit may have had specific manufacturing defects.

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