Prvi Partizan .32 ACP 71gr JHP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • JHP • MPN: PPD32A
Prvi Partizan .32 ACP 71gr JHP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • JHP • MPN: PPD32A
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 902 fps | 128 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 895 fps | 126 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 10 yds | 889 fps | 124 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 15 yds | 884 fps | 123 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 20 yds | 878 fps | 121 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 872 fps | 120 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 867 fps | 118 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 35 yds | 861 fps | 117 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 40 yds | 856 fps | 115 ft-lb | -1.1" |
| 45 yds | 851 fps | 114 ft-lb | -1.6" |
| 50 yds | 846 fps | 112 ft-lb | -2.3" |
| 55 yds | 841 fps | 111 ft-lb | -3.2" |
| 60 yds | 836 fps | 110 ft-lb | -4.1" |
| 65 yds | 831 fps | 108 ft-lb | -5.2" |
| 70 yds | 826 fps | 107 ft-lb | -6.4" |
| 75 yds | 821 fps | 106 ft-lb | -7.7" |
| 80 yds | 816 fps | 105 ft-lb | -9.2" |
| 85 yds | 811 fps | 103 ft-lb | -10.8" |
| 90 yds | 807 fps | 102 ft-lb | -12.5" |
| 95 yds | 802 fps | 101 ft-lb | -14.4" |
| 100 yds | 798 fps | 100 ft-lb | -16.3" |
Product Overview
Prvi Partizan (PPU) manufactures this 71gr JHP at their plant in Uzice, Serbia, where they have made military and commercial ammunition since 1928. The load runs at 902 fps with 129 ft-lbs of energy, right in line with other standard-pressure .32 ACP offerings. PPU ammunition tends to show up in the US market at lower prices than domestic brands, which makes it attractive for a caliber where every option already feels expensive per round.
As a defensive load for pocket pistols, this JHP gives shooters a hollow point option without the premium cost of Speer Gold Dot or the limited availability that plagues some .32 ACP self-defense loads. The brass cases are well-made and reloadable. PPU uses Boxer primers in their commercial ammunition destined for the American market, so spent brass works with standard reloading equipment.
PPU has a reputation for accurate ammunition loaded to conservative pressures. Shooters with older .32 ACP pistols, including vintage Walther PP and Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless models, can run these without concerns about excessive pressure in guns designed decades ago. The consistent velocities from lot to lot also help when zeroing the rudimentary sights on most .32 ACP pocket pistols.
- Typically priced below domestic JHP options, making it one of the most affordable .32 ACP hollow points
- Conservative pressure loads are safe for older and vintage .32 ACP pistols
- Boxer-primed brass cases work with standard American reloading equipment
- PPU has nearly a century of military and commercial ammunition production experience
- JHP expansion at 902 fps impact velocity is not guaranteed, especially through clothing barriers
- Import availability fluctuates based on shipping schedules from Serbia
- No bonded core or velocity-optimized cavity design like premium alternatives
All Prvi Partizan .32 ACP 71gr JHP Ammo Prices
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