WOW!...Grizzly .45 ACP +P Self-Defense AMMO Ballistic Gel Test & Review!

Published on May 16, 2025
Duration: 13:14

This expert-level review details a ballistic gel test of Grizzly's 185-grain +P .45 ACP JHP ammunition. The test, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor, utilized a Glock G30 (3.8-inch barrel) and a Rock Island Armory 1911 (5-inch barrel) to measure velocity, penetration, and expansion. The results highlight the ammunition's hot performance and significant energy transfer, rivaling 10mm ballistics in some aspects, while also noting potential limitations in deep penetration.

Quick Summary

Grizzly 185gr +P .45 ACP ammunition delivered impressive ballistics, averaging 1297 fps from a 5-inch 1911 and 1234 fps from a 3.8-inch Glock G30. It showed significant expansion and energy dump in gel tests, with penetration around 12 inches from the 1911 and 9.25 inches from the G30.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:48Grizzly .45 ACP +P JHPs Details
  3. 01:46Firearm Test Platforms
  4. 02:07Velocity Testing - 5-inch 1911
  5. 03:06Velocity Results Analysis - 1911
  6. 03:33Velocity Testing - Glock G30
  7. 04:20Velocity Results Analysis - G30
  8. 05:03Ballistic Gel Test Setup
  9. 05:32Gel Test Result - 1911
  10. 05:57Gel Test Result - G30
  11. 06:32Gel Test Comparison
  12. 08:55Projectile Examination
  13. 10:43Projectile Size Measurements
  14. 11:08Overall Performance Summary
  15. 12:00Areas for Improvement & Conclusion
  16. 12:48Outro & Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the key performance metrics for Grizzly 185gr +P .45 ACP ammunition in ballistic gel tests?

The ammunition achieved high velocities, averaging 1297 fps from a 5-inch 1911 and 1234 fps from a 3.8-inch Glock G30. It demonstrated significant expansion and energy dump, with penetration around 12 inches from the 1911 and 9.25 inches from the G30.

How did the Grizzly .45 ACP +P ammunition perform differently between a 5-inch 1911 and a 3.8-inch Glock G30?

The 5-inch 1911 produced higher velocities (1297 fps vs 1234 fps) and deeper penetration (12 inches vs 9.25 inches) compared to the Glock G30. Both platforms showed excellent expansion and energy transfer.

What was the projectile weight retention for Grizzly 185gr +P .45 ACP after ballistic gel testing?

The projectile fired from the Glock G30 retained its full weight of 184.8 grains, showcasing excellent integrity. The projectile from the 1911 retained 122.2 grains (149.8 grains including lead), indicating more fragmentation.

Can Grizzly .45 ACP +P ammunition be compared to 10mm in terms of performance?

Yes, the Grizzly 185gr +P .45 ACP ammunition rivals 10mm in energy transfer, offering a quick and immediate energy dump. However, it may lack the deep penetration sometimes associated with 10mm loads.

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