Remington's new RP45 - Deja Vu?

Published on June 4, 2018
Duration: 26:14

The Remington RP45 shares a platform with the RP9, but suffers from significant reliability issues, particularly with hollow-point ammunition and increased round counts. Malfunctions include nose-diving rounds and dangerous bullet setback. Despite a comfortable grip and functional slide release, the pistol cannot be recommended for self-defense.

Quick Summary

The Remington RP45 exhibits significant reliability issues, including nose-diving failures with hollow points and ball ammo, plus dangerous bullet setback. Despite ergonomic advantages like a slim grip, these malfunctions prevent it from being recommended for self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: RP45 vs RP9
  2. 01:30Unboxing & Magazine Analysis
  3. 02:30Ergonomics & Grip Comparison
  4. 03:50Mechanical Observations & Barrel Wear
  5. 07:10Range Test: Ball Ammo Accuracy
  6. 09:55Reliability Issues: Hollow Points
  7. 14:25Reliability Issues: Ball Ammo Malfunctions
  8. 18:30Slide & Frame Compatibility Test
  9. 20:05Final Assessment & Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main reliability issues found with the Remington RP45?

The Remington RP45 experienced significant feeding failures, particularly with hollow-point ammunition, where rounds would nose-dive into the feed ramp. Even ball ammunition caused malfunctions like nose-diving as the round count increased, and dangerous bullet setback was observed.

How does the Remington RP45 compare ergonomically to other .45 ACP pistols?

The RP45 is noted for having one of the smallest grip diameters among double-stack .45 ACP polymer pistols, which contributes to a comfortable feel and potentially better balance despite its dimensions being similar to the RP9.

Is the Remington RP45 considered reliable for self-defense?

Based on extensive range testing showing repeated malfunctions with both hollow-point and ball ammunition, and the safety hazard of bullet setback, the reviewer cannot recommend the Remington RP45 for self-defense purposes.

What evidence suggests the RP45 shares a platform with the RP9?

The reviewer demonstrated that the slides and frames of the Remington RP9 and RP45 are interchangeable and functional across both calibers, confirming they are built on the same fundamental platform design.

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