45 ACP vs 9mm Speed Check ✅🏆 with Robby Krieger of The Doors 🎸

Published on February 8, 2021
Duration: 1:54

This video compares the Glock 21 in .45 ACP with 230 grain FMJ against the Glock 17 in 9mm with 115 grain FMJ. The .45 ACP exhibits noticeably more recoil, while the 9mm shoots softer and offers improved target acquisition, especially with fiber optic sights. The comparison highlights differences in felt recoil and accuracy potential between the two calibers and associated platforms.

Quick Summary

The .45 ACP caliber, fired from a Glock 21 with 230 grain FMJ, exhibits noticeably more recoil than the 9mm fired from a Glock 17 with 115 grain FMJ. The 9mm also offers superior target acquisition, especially with fiber optic sights, due to its softer recoil and brighter sight picture.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Glock 21 vs Glock 17 Comparison
  2. 00:3145 ACP Test Firing
  3. 00:439mm Test Firing
  4. 00:58Accuracy Comparison
  5. 01:17Concluding Remarks
  6. 01:30Guest Appearance

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences in recoil between 45 ACP and 9mm when fired from Glocks?

The .45 ACP, specifically with a 230 grain FMJ in a Glock 21, produces noticeably more recoil than the 9mm, using a 115 grain FMJ in a Glock 17. This softer recoil from the 9mm allows for potentially faster follow-up shots.

How do sights affect target acquisition in the 45 ACP vs 9mm Glock comparison?

Fiber optic sights on the 9mm Glock 17 significantly improved target acquisition compared to the older Trijicon night sights on the .45 ACP Glock 21. The brighter fiber optic dot made it easier to see and acquire the intended target quickly.

Which caliber is generally considered easier to shoot for follow-up shots between 45 ACP and 9mm?

The 9mm caliber is generally considered easier to shoot for follow-up shots due to its softer recoil compared to the .45 ACP. This was observed in the comparison between the Glock 17 (9mm) and Glock 21 (.45 ACP).

What ammunition types were used in the 45 ACP vs 9mm Glock comparison?

The comparison utilized 230 grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) ammunition for the .45 ACP in the Glock 21 and 115 grain FMJ ammunition for the 9mm in the Glock 17. Factory American Eagle ammunition was specifically mentioned for the .45 ACP.

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