Underwood Ammo 9x18 Makarov 95gr JHP HD Review

Published on October 12, 2012
Duration: 3:44

This review of Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov 95gr JHP XTP load provides valuable insights for handgun owners. The video details chronograph results, comparing the Underwood load to Hornady, and discusses the ammunition's performance characteristics in a CZ-82. It highlights the ammunition's reliability and energy output, offering a practical assessment for potential users.

Quick Summary

Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov 95gr JHP XTP ammunition achieves approximately 1200 feet per second from a CZ-82, exceeding its advertised 1150 fps. It generates over 300 foot-pounds of energy and demonstrated flawless reliability over 48 rounds, with manageable recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Introduction & Product Overview
  2. 00:31Live Fire Testing
  3. 01:37Tabletop Review & Specs
  4. 02:45Chronograph Test Setup
  5. 03:17Underwood Ammo Chronograph Results
  6. 03:29Hornady Ammo Chronograph Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the advertised velocity for Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov 95gr JHP?

The advertised velocity for Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov 95gr JHP XTP ammunition is 1150 feet per second. However, testing in a CZ-82 with polygonal rifling yielded higher results, around 1200 feet per second.

How does Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov perform in terms of energy?

The Underwood Ammo 9x18 Makarov 95gr JHP XTP load is reported to produce close to or over 300 foot-pounds of energy. This indicates substantial power for its caliber.

What is the pressure rating for Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov?

This ammunition is loaded to 24,500 PSI. This pressure is considered safe and within the design parameters for firearms chambered in 9x18 Makarov, such as the CZ-82.

Was Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov reliable during testing?

Yes, the ammunition demonstrated excellent reliability. During the review, 48 rounds were fired from a CZ-82 without any malfunctions, including failures to feed or eject.

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