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9mm 147gr JHP Defense Subsonic Ammo
Price range: $105.00 through $840.00
Atomic Ammunition 9mm 147gr JHP subsonic defense ammo combines hearing-safe suppressed shooting with reliable hollow point expansion for the quietest effective self-defense round in 9mm.
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Bullet: 147gr Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP)
- Velocity: 980 fps — subsonic, suppressor-optimized
- Energy: 313 ft-lbs at muzzle
- Expansion: Reliable hollow point mushrooming
- Application: Suppressed carry, home defense, quiet self-defense
- Casing: New brass, reloadable
- American-made — hand-inspected
9mm 147gr JHP Defense Subsonic Ammunition
Buy 9mm subsonic defense ammo from Atomic Ammunition. Our 147gr JHP bridges the gap between suppressor-optimized subsonic ammo and genuine self-defense capability. The heavy 147gr hollow point expands reliably at subsonic velocity while keeping your suppressed carry gun whisper-quiet. This is the round for shooters who carry suppressed and refuse to choose between noise reduction and terminal performance.
Performance Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 9mm Luger |
| Bullet Weight | 147 grains |
| Bullet Type | Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 980 fps (subsonic) |
| Muzzle Energy | 313 ft-lbs |
| Sound Reduction | 30–40 dB with suppressor |
| Expansion | Reliable JHP mushrooming at subsonic velocity |
| Casing | New brass — boxer-primed, reloadable |
| Application | Suppressed carry, home defense, quiet self-defense |
Subsonic Performance & Applications
The 147gr JHP is the heaviest standard 9mm bullet weight, and at 980 fps it’s naturally subsonic — no sonic crack, even from longer barrels. Combined with a suppressor, this round reduces noise to hearing-safe levels (under 130 dB from a pistol). Despite the lower velocity, the 147gr weight provides adequate penetration (12–14 inches in gel) and the JHP design ensures expansion for effective energy transfer. For suppressed carry guns like threaded Glocks, Sigs, and CZs, this is the quiet self-defense round that actually works.
American-Made Components & Quality
Loaded with American-made components: new brass cases, premium 147gr JHP projectiles engineered for subsonic expansion, and precision-weighed powder charges. Hand-inspected for the reliability defense ammunition demands. 100% American-made.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this cycle my semi-auto pistol?
Is 980 fps fast enough for JHP expansion?
How quiet is this with a suppressor?
Is the brass reloadable?
What is the minimum order?
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Count | 100, 200, 500, 1000 |




