Description
PMC 45A is a popular .45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol) ammunition manufactured by Precision Made Cartridges (PMC), a South Korean ammunition manufacturer with a strong reputation in the shooting community. This ammunition is specifically designed for use in .45 caliber handguns, including the iconic 1911 platform and many modern polymer-framed pistols.
The standard PMC 45A load features a 230-grain full metal jacket (FMJ) bullet, which is the traditional and most common weight for .45 ACP ammunition. The cartridge delivers a muzzle velocity of approximately 830-850 feet per second, generating around 350-380 foot-pounds of energy. This combination provides the characteristic low recoil impulse and substantial stopping power that .45 ACP is known for.
PMC ammunition is manufactured to SAAMI (Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute) specifications, ensuring consistent performance and reliable feeding in most .45 caliber firearms. The brass cases are reloadable, making them popular among handloaders.
Shooters appreciate PMC 45A for its consistency, reliability, and reasonable price point compared to premium defensive ammunition. It’s primarily marketed as range or practice ammunition rather than for self-defense, though its performance characteristics align with the traditional .45 ACP ballistic profile that has proven effective over decades of service.
The ammunition comes packaged in 50-round boxes, with clean-burning powder and reliable primers that contribute to consistent ignition and moderate muzzle flash. While not featuring expanding hollow point technology, the substantial diameter and weight of the standard .45 ACP projectile has long made it a respected cartridge for both military and civilian applications.
