Fort Scott 9mm 80gr TUI Nickel Solid Copper – Superb 20 Round Box

Description

The Fort Scott 9mm 80gr TUI Nickel load is a 20 round box of 9mm Luger ammunition from Fort Scott Munitions, an American company in Fort Scott, Kansas. It uses a 80 grain Solid Copper Spun (SCS) bullet with the company’s Tumble Upon Impact design, and Fort Scott lists a test velocity of 1,374 fps from a 4 inch barrel.

Fort Scott 9mm 80gr TUI Nickel Overview

This load pairs Fort Scott’s lightest 9mm bullet, an 80 grain solid copper projectile, with nickel-plated cases. The light bullet leaves the muzzle fast, at a tested 1,374 fps from a 4 inch barrel, and the nickel finish resists corrosion and makes carry ammunition easy to identify. Light, fast loads are often chosen by shooters who want reduced recoil in compact pistols. Because the bullet tumbles rather than expands, it does not depend on high velocity to open up, and it contains no lead.

As with any very light bullet, confirm that it cycles reliably and lands close to your sights before carrying it.

How TUI Works

Fort Scott’s patented Tumble Upon Impact (TUI) design works differently from a hollow point. Rather than mushrooming, the lathe-turned copper bullet is engineered with an off-center balance so it begins to yaw and tumble once it enters a target. A tumbling bullet presents its full length as it travels, creating a large wound channel while keeping its weight because it does not fragment or shed petals. Unlike hollow points, it cannot clog with heavy clothing, so performance stays consistent through barriers.

Non-Lead Construction

Because the bullet is a single piece of copper turned on a lathe, it contains no lead core. That reduces lead exposure at the range and makes the load usable where lead projectiles are restricted. Monolithic bullets are longer than lead-core bullets of the same weight, so Fort Scott tunes seating depth and powder charge for each load.

Firearm Compatibility

Fire this ammunition in any pistol or carbine chambered for 9mm Luger, also marked 9x19mm or 9mm Parabellum. It is not intended for 9mm Makarov, 380 ACP or 9×21 firearms. The solid copper bullet is longer than a lead-core bullet of the same weight, so confirm reliable feeding in your pistol, especially in compact and subcompact models, before you carry it.

Accuracy and Testing

Every pistol has its own preferences. Before you carry this load, fire several magazines to confirm reliable feeding and a point of impact that matches your sights. Solid copper bullets can shoot to a slightly different point than lead-core ammunition, so check your zero if you use a red dot.

Recoil and Shootability

An 80 grain bullet is very light for a 9mm, so felt recoil is noticeably softer than with standard 115 or 124 grain loads, even though velocity is higher. That can make fast follow-up shots easier for many shooters. Practice with the load you carry so that recoil, muzzle flash and point of impact are familiar.

Made in the USA

Fort Scott Munitions designs and manufactures its bullets and loaded ammunition in Kansas. The company holds patents on its tumbling bullet technology and offers it in a wide range of handgun and rifle calibers.

Storage and Care

Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box, away from solvents and lubricants. Rotate carry ammunition periodically and inspect cartridges for dents, corrosion or set-back bullets.

Specifications

• Brand: Fort Scott Munitions
• Caliber: 9mm Luger
• Bullet weight: 80 grain
• Bullet type: Solid Copper Spun (SCS) Tumble Upon Impact (TUI)
• Test velocity: 1,374 fps
• Test barrel / twist: 4 inch / 1:10
• Case: nickel-plated brass
• Count: 20 rounds per box
• Lead-free projectile
• UPC: 758381721495
• Made in the USA

Before You Buy

Federal law requires buyers of handgun ammunition to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases, require background checks or limit shipping, so check your local rules before you order.

Who It Is For

The Fort Scott 9mm 80gr TUI Nickel is a great fit for 9mm owners who want a light-recoiling, lead-free defensive load in corrosion-resistant nickel cases, especially for compact carry pistols.

Buy the Fort Scott 9mm 80gr TUI Nickel at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Fort Scott 9mm 80gr TUI Nickel online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more handgun loads. For factory details, visit Fort Scott Munitions.