Ruger ARX Ammunition by Polycase Provide a Real Bang for Your Buck

By Jim Clary

by Dr. Jim and Mary Clary

USA -(Ammoland.com)- We received our allotment of Ruger ARX ammo (.45 ACP & 9mm Luger +P) last Spring for testing, but we were so busy with other reviews that we did not get around to it until now.

In actuality, that is probably better for all concerned. The dust has settled after the initial introduction of ARX, other writers and editors have had their say, and we now get the last word.

Polycase ARX was designed to be the ultimate self-defense ammunition for home and law enforcement. ARX ammo uses a lightweight, non-expanding, copper-polymer matrix bullet with unique scallops that are intended to maximize stopping power.

The lower than normal sectional density (SD) of the lightweight ARX bullet decreases penetration compared to heavier for caliber, non-expanding bullets (FMJ, hard lead or solid copper).

This reduces the potential for collateral damage due to over-penetration when compared to conventional non-expanding bullets.

However, compared to typical JHP expanding bullets, ARX bullets exhibit increased penetration.

Tests in 10 percent ordnance gelatin confirmed that penetration was 10 percent to 50 percent greater than selected JHP ammo.

The following table illustrates the penetration results with five Ruger ARX cartridges:

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Source:: AmmoLand