Description
Double Tap's 9mm+P load brings solid copper construction to the defensive ammunition table, and it performs. The all-copper projectile is built to handle the pressure of a +P load while maintaining its integrity through barriers and soft tissue alike. Testing data shows this round punches 13.25 inches into ballistic gelatin with 0.69-inch expansion, and it maintains that same behavior whether fired directly into gel or after passing through auto glass, sheet metal, drywall, and heavy clothing.
Terminal Performance on Demand
With 100% weight retention and a hollow point design that opens reliably across a range of barrel lengths, this ammunition delivers the kind of consistency you need when it matters. From a Glock 17, you're looking at 1250 fps and 445 foot-pounds of energy. Step down to a Glock 19 and you still get 1200 fps with 393 foot-pounds. That velocity spread across different platforms means you can count on this load to perform in whatever 9mm you're carrying.
Why Lead-Free Works Here
Solid copper bullets weigh less than lead-core projectiles, so Double Tap engineered this load with +P pressure to maintain the velocity and energy needed for reliable performance. The result is ammunition that works well for extended range sessions in areas where lead exposure is a concern, while still delivering the terminal characteristics of a serious defensive round. The brass case is straightforward to reload or discard, depending on your preference.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger +P
- Bullet Weight: 115 Grain
- Bullet Type: Solid Copper Hollow Point (Barnes TAC-XP)
- Case Material: Brass
- Muzzle Velocity (G17): 1250 fps
- Muzzle Velocity (G19): 1200 fps
- Muzzle Energy (G17): 445 ft-lbs
- Muzzle Energy (G19): 393 ft-lbs
- Ballistic Gelatin Penetration: 13.25 inches
- Ballistic Gelatin Expansion: 0.69 inches
- Weight Retention: 100%
- Lead-Free: Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number: 9MM115X
- UPC: 091037349033
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of Double Tap 9mm+P 115gr lead-free ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Double Tap 115gr load work reliably in compact 9mm pistols?
Yes. This round is built to perform across a range of barrel lengths. Testing data shows it maintains full ballistic performance from both full-size and compact Glock models. The all-copper construction gives it consistent expansion regardless of barrel length, which is why it performs the same whether fired from a G17 or G19.
What makes this lead-free load different from standard 9mm ammunition?
The solid copper bullet requires +P pressure to deliver the same energy and velocity as a traditional lead-core round because copper is less dense. Double Tap loaded this to +P specifications specifically to compensate, which means it generates the performance you need without the lead. It's designed for shooters who need or prefer ammunition without lead for extended training.
Is the Double Tap 9mm+P suitable for self-defense use?
This ammunition is engineered as a defensive load with designed performance metrics. It delivers controlled expansion and penetration that aligns with common defensive ammunition standards. That said, your choice of ammunition should match your firearm and your comfort level with what you're carrying.
How does this ammunition perform when shot through barriers?
Field testing shows this load maintains its ballistic performance even after passing through common obstacles like auto glass, sheet metal, drywall studs, and heavy clothing. It achieves the same 13.25-inch penetration and 0.69-inch expansion whether fired directly into gelatin or after barrier impact, which demonstrates consistent performance in real-world scenarios.







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