ammunition

[hbschwartz]

I am a new r51 gun owner. is there any defensive ammunition that has been found to be more ideal to use in this firearm.? thanks.

[R51Fan2017]

Welcome aboard!    Just for the record, I think Robert likes to see an intro post in the introductions forum before posting anywhere else. Anyway, I have used 147 gr. Federal Hydra-Shok ammo in mine, as well as Hornady Critical Defense with no problems. Unfortunately, these pistols seem to be on a case by case basis, so you may want to experiment with a few types yourself and see what you pistol likes. Cheers!

[plunkster]

I carry mine with Ruger's ARX ammo. Works great in my R51.

[Rog54]

Welcome HB,

I have shot and keep my defense mags loaded with Hornady Critical Duty.  I would only caution that you run a healthy amount of standard ammo thru your 51 to ensure everything, (gun and mags), are functioning fine.  That way you won't write off some good ammo for the wrong reason.  I own two 51's but I have only tried the Hornady in my first one.  Just got my second a month ago and put 278 down range with one fail to eject.  Again, welcome to the forum.
Rog

[Zenshot]

I've had good experience with the Hornady American Gunner series. Any ammo with the Hornady XTP bullet seems to feed well.

[funflyer]

I've had good experience with the Hornady American Gunner series. Any ammo with the Hornady XTP bullet seems to feed well.

Hornady AG functioned well in mine also, no issues.