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The Underwood Ammo 912 Xtreme Hunter COPPER SOLID Monolithic 220 Grain .45 Raptor ammunition is a high-performance round designed for hunting. This cartridge features a solid copper projectile, providing excellent penetration and expansion. The 220-grain bullet weight offers a balance of velocity and energy transfer, making it effective for medium to large game. With Underwood’s reputation for quality and consistency, these rounds deliver reliable performance for serious shooters and hunters.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Underwood Ammo |
| Caliber | .45 Raptor |
| Bullet Weight | 220 Grains |
| Bullet Type | Copper Solid Monolithic |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2585 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 3265 ft-lbs |
| Sectional Density | .154 |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Boxes Per Case | 10 |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Serialized | No |
Key Features:
The Underwood Ammo 912 Xtreme Hunter COPPER SOLID Monolithic 220 Grain .45 Raptor offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for big game hunting applications. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:
Applications & Use Cases:
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Powerful Cartridge: The .45 Raptor cartridge offers exceptional power and performance for hunting large game.
- ✔ Copper Solid Construction: Monolithic copper bullet design ensures excellent weight retention and penetration.
- ✔ Heavy Bullet Weight: 220 grain bullet provides deep penetration and high energy transfer on target.
- ✔ Xtreme Hunter Design: Specialized bullet profile for improved terminal performance and expansion.
- ✔ Made in USA: Manufactured by Underwood Ammo, known for high-quality, American-made ammunition.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: Heavy bullet weight and a powerful cartridge often produce substantial felt recoil and impact.
- ✘ Limited Firearm Compatibility: Specialized cartridge requires firearms specifically chambered for .45 Raptor.
- ✘ Ammunition Cost: Premium construction and performance typically result in higher cost per round.
- ✘ Availability: May be less readily available compared to more common hunting calibers.
About Underwood Ammo:
Underwood Ammo, founded in 2013, has quickly established itself as a leader in high-performance ammunition. Based in Sparta, Illinois, Underwood Ammo is known for pushing the boundaries of ballistic performance. The company specializes in producing some of the most powerful commercially available ammunition on the market. Underwood’s commitment to innovation and quality has made it a favorite among shooting enthusiasts, hunters, and self-defense practitioners. Their manufacturing process involves using top-quality components and rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistency and reliability in every round. Underwood Ammo is particularly renowned for its extreme penetrator and maximum expansion ammunition lines, which have set new standards in the industry for terminal performance.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the bullet type used in this Underwood Ammo .45 Raptor round?
A: This Underwood Ammo .45 Raptor round uses a COPPER SOLID Monolithic bullet. This type of bullet is made from a single piece of copper, offering excellent penetration and expansion characteristics.
Q: What is the grain weight of this ammunition?
A: The bullet weight for this Underwood Ammo .45 Raptor round is 220 grains.
Q: How many rounds come in a box of this ammunition?
A: Each box of this Underwood Ammo .45 Raptor ammunition contains 20 cartridges.
Q: Is this ammunition reloadable?
A: Yes, this ammunition is reloadable. The product information indicates ‘Y’ for reloadable, meaning you can reload these casings after use.
- UPC:
- 816874023010
- Brand:
- Underwood Ammo
- Caliber:
- .45 Raptor
- Condition:
- New
- Bullet Type:
- SC: Solid Copper
- Bullet Weight (Grains):
- 220
- Casing:
- Brass
