The DoubleTap .45 ACP 185gr Controlled Expansion 20-round box is a fast personal defense load from DoubleTap. DoubleTap says it blends speed, bullet diameter and bullet weight to give 13-plus inches of penetration and 0.90 inch of expansion. The 185-grain Controlled Expansion JHP is rated at 1200 fps and 592 ft-lbs from a 5-inch 1911. Each box holds 20 rounds.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP, so confirm it matches the chambering marked on your firearm.
• Bullet weight is 185 grains, the weight listed for this Controlled Expansion load.
• The bullet is a Controlled Expansion JHP, DoubleTap’s defensive hollow point.
• From a 5-inch 1911 the load is rated at 1200 fps and 592 ft-lbs.
• DoubleTap reports 13-plus inches of penetration.
• DoubleTap reports 0.90 inch of expansion.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, the quantity listed on the DoubleTap product page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is this .45 ACP load? DoubleTap lists 1200 fps and 592 ft-lbs from a 5-inch 1911.

What penetration and expansion does DoubleTap report? DoubleTap reports 13-plus inches of penetration and 0.90 inch of expansion.

How many rounds are in the box? The box holds 20 rounds.

Buy the DoubleTap Controlled Expansion .45 ACP 185gr JHP Ammunition, 20-Round Box

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