Ruger® ARX 45 ACP 118GR 20 rds Model 45ARXRUG20
The non-expanding ARX is injection-molded from a specially blended
copper/polymer matrix that is designed to be tough enough to penetrate soft
targets and tissue, but when it encounters tougher barriers it is designed
to break apart to reduce the risk for collateral damage due to over
penetration. Even the heaviest clothing barriers have no effect on the
terminal performance of the ARX bullet. The ARX penetrates straight until
it encounters soft tissue. Upon entering soft tissue, the specially
designed grooves in the nose harness the rotational energy of the bullet
during the initial 6" of penetration. As the bullet penetrates it tumbles
in a controlled, predictable fashion that delivers very consistent terminal
performance that equals or exceeds conventional hollow point designs. In
soft tissue, the ARX is designed to penetrate 12" to 14", every time.
Manufacturer: Ruger® Personal Defense
Mfg Number: 45ARXRUG20
Specification |
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Value |
Caliber |
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45 ACP |
Weight |
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118 Grain |
Bullet Type |
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Hollow Point |
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MFG NO |
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45ARXRUG20 |
SKU |
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2848734 |
UPC |
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The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 45 ACP (45 Auto) was designed by John Browning in 1905 for his prototype semiautomatic pistol that eventually became the legendary Colt 1911, using a .452-inch bullet. Browning proposed a 200-grain bullet; U.S. Army Ordnance, smarting from reports of poor performance of the 38 Long Colt in the Philippines, increased bullet weight to 230 grains for greater stopping power...and the 45 ACP as it is today was adopted in 1911. It remains an iconic and popular handgun cartridge for personal defense and competition, and was used by the U.S. military in submachine guns (Thompson and M3) through the 1970s. Although largely replaced by the 9mm for military use and the 9mm and/or 40 S&W in the law enforcement community, the 45 ACP is still used by the U.S. military and numerous law enforcement agencies in various applications. The standard load remains a 230-grain bullet at 780 to 850 fps, but lighter, faster bullets from 165 to 200 grain, delivering a bit less recoil, are also available. —
Craig Boddington
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