Magtech Handgun Ammunition .45 GAP 230-grain Full Metal Jacket ammunition (part no. 45GA) gives shooters running the compact .45 GAP platform a dependable, affordable practice round. Magtech loads this 230-grain FMJ to the traditional .45-caliber standard weight, giving it a similar feel and point of impact to full-size .45 ACP while running in the shorter GAP case designed for more compact pistol frames. It is a straightforward, non-expanding range round built for high-volume practice. In handgun ammunition for a less common but capable caliber, this is a dependable practice standby.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 GAP, a shortened .45-caliber cartridge designed for more compact pistol frames.
• The bullet weighs 230 grains, matching the traditional .45-caliber standard weight.
• The construction is a Full Metal Jacket, feeding reliably through semi-auto actions without expanding.
• Muzzle velocity runs approximately 837 feet per second, typical for a 230-grain .45-caliber load.
• The cases are brass, and each box holds 50 rounds.
• Cost runs about $0.74 per round, keeping frequent .45 GAP practice affordable.
• A full box ships at approximately 2.4 lb.
• This load chambers and fires in any semi-automatic pistol built for .45 GAP, with no special modification required.
• Magtech’s Brazilian manufacturing brings the same quality control to this load as the brand’s hunting ammunition lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between .45 GAP and .45 ACP? .45 GAP uses a shorter case than .45 ACP, allowing pistol manufacturers to build .45-caliber handguns on more compact frames while delivering similar 230-grain performance.

Is this ammunition suited to defensive use? No, the non-expanding FMJ construction is built for range practice, not the expanding performance most shooters want from a defensive round.

Buy Magtech .45 GAP 230gr Full Metal Jacket

A less common caliber still deserves affordable, dependable practice ammunition, and this FMJ load delivers exactly that. Stock up for the next range day. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.