9mm 147 Grain Ammo For Sale

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9mm 147 grain ammo offers a heavier bullet for greater momentum and reduced recoil. Whether for self-defense or suppressed shooting with subsonic 9mm ammo, we have top-rated options ready to ship. Learn More
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  1. Igman 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $15.99

    42 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 850 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 236 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 32¢ per round
    • Made by Igman Ammunition
  2. PMC 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $16.99

    45 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 975 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 309 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 34¢ per round
    • Made by PMC
  3. Speer 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $17.99

    41 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type TMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 985 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 317 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 36¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  4. Federal 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ-FN Ammunition

    $17.99

    46 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ-FN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 36¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  5. Remington 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $17.99

    42 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 36¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  6. Winchester Silvertip 9mm Ammo - 20 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $18.99

    43 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1010 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 333 ft lbs
  7. Winchester 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $20.99

    49 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
  8. Winchester Super Suppressed 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Encapsulated Ammunition

    $20.99

    48 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type Full Metal Jacket Enclosed Base (FMJE)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
  9. Underwood 9mm +P Ammo - 20 Rounds of 147 Grain XTP JHP Ammunition

    $22.99

    3 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1125 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 413 ft lbs
    • 20 Rounds
    • $1.15 per round
    • Made by Underwood
  10. Prvi Partizan 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $26.99

    47 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
  11. Hornady 9mm Ammo - 25 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $26.99

    1 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 975 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 310 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.08 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  12. Hornady Subsonic 9mm Ammo - 25 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP XTP Ammunition

    $27.99

    55 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 975 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 310 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.12 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  13. Remington Golden Saber 9mm Ammo - 20 Rounds of 147 Grain BJHP Ammunition

    $27.99

    3 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
  14. Colt National Match 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $27.99

    46 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity TBD FPS
    Muzzle Energy TBD ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 56¢ per round
    • Made by Colt
  15. Federal 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $39.99

    $29.99

    40 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 60¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  16. Winchester 9mm Ammo - 20 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $30.99

    54 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
  17. Federal Personal Defense 9mm Ammo - 20 Rounds of 147 Grain HST JHP Ammunition

    $31.99

    42 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
    • 20 Rounds
    • $1.6 per round
    • Made by Federal
  18. Speer 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $39.99

    49 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type HP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 80¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  19. Barnes Suppressor Series 9mm Ammo - 50 Rounds of 147 Grain Sierra JHP Ammunition

    $39.99

    12 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 985 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 317 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 80¢ per round
    • Made by Barnes
  20. Winchester Super Suppressed 9mm Ammo - 500 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Enclosed Ammunition

    $199.99

    $154.99

    87 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type Full Metal Jacket Enclosed Base (FMJE)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
  21. Remington UMC 9mm Ammo - 500 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $160.00

    79 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 32¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  22. Winchester Silvertip 9mm Ammo - 200 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $184.99

    23 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1010 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 333 ft lbs
    • 200 Rounds
    • 92.5¢ per round
    • Made by Winchester
  23. Winchester 9mm Ammo - 500 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $198.99

    71 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 39.8¢ per round
    • Made by Winchester
  24. Hornady XTP 9mm Luger Ammo - 250 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $254.99

    12 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 975 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 310 ft lbs
    • 250 Rounds
    • $1.02 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  25. Hornady Subsonic 9mm Ammo - 250 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP XTP Ammunition

    $264.99

    33 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 975 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 310 ft lbs
    • 250 Rounds
    • $1.06 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  26. Veteran 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $291.99

    9 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 29.2¢ per round
    • Made by Veteran Ammo
  27. Federal Personal Defense 9mm Ammo - 200 Rounds of 147 Grain HST JHP Ammunition

    $299.99

    7 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
    • 200 Rounds
    • $1.5 per round
    • Made by Federal
  28. PMC 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $299.99

    68 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 975 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 309 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 30¢ per round
    • Made by PMC
  29. Igman 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $309.99

    72 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 850 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 236 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 31¢ per round
    • Made by Igman Ammunition
  30. Blazer Brass 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $328.99

    19 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 950 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 295 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 32.9¢ per round
    • Made by Blazer Brass
  31. Speer 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $329.99

    38 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type TMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 985 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 317 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 33¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  32. Federal 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain FMJ-FN Ammunition

    $338.99

    70 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ-FN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 33.9¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  33. Winchester 9mm Ammo - 500 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $414.99

    8 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
  34. Federal 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $799.99

    $568.99

    39 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1000 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 326 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 56.9¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  35. Speer 9mm Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 147 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $800.00

    2 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 320 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 80¢ per round
    • Made by Speer

Overview of 9mm 147 Grain Ammo

9mm 147 grain ammo sits at the heaviest end of the standard 9mm Luger weight range, prized by shooters who want maximum bullet momentum, deeper penetration, and the subsonic velocities required for suppressor use. Where 115 and 124 grain loads dominate range training and military duty roles, 147 grain rounds find their home in defensive carry pistols, competition shooting, and quiet-shooting setups where the bullet stays below the speed of sound.

The heavier projectile trades muzzle velocity for momentum. Most factory 147 grain 9mm loads leave a 4-inch barrel between 950 and 1,000 feet per second, comfortably below the sound barrier near 1,125 fps, which makes them an obvious fit for suppressed pistols and pistol-caliber carbines. The softer recoil impulse and reduced muzzle blast also make 147 grain a favorite among USPSA and IDPA competitors chasing faster follow-up shots.

Why shooters choose 147 grain 9mm

  • Subsonic by default: most factory 147gr loads stay under 1,125 fps for suppressor-friendly performance.
  • Defensive momentum: heavier bullet weight delivers consistent penetration through clothing and intermediate barriers.
  • Softer recoil profile: lower velocity translates to a gentler push and faster follow-up shots.
  • Competition favorite: the flatter recoil impulse helps with rapid target transitions.

What are the most popular 9mm brands offering 147 grain loads?

You can filter our entire selection using the left sidebar to see which 147 grain options we currently have in-stock under the Manufacturers filter.

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For a comprehensive look at how different 147 grain 9mm loads perform across muzzle velocity, energy, and trajectory, see our 9mm ballistics database.

Customer Reviews

  • John G said:

    Seemed fine. Normally my wife and I use 115 grain 9mm for target shooting. We're preparing for a bowling pin shoot where heavier bullets were suggested. My P365 feels slightly less snappy with the heavier bullet. I've had good luck with PMC target ammo.

  • Brizzo said:

    Good quality ammo. It worked well with my SD9VE. Smooth cycle. I don’t recommend this as you’re primary ammo at the range because it has a lot of recoil/snap. After a couple magazines I could feel my hand and wrist getting tired. Overall, I would buy it again.

  • WESMAK said:

    Speer is the best ammo I have used. A lot of it is made in the Great Northwest, so with the ammo shortage and everyone hard up for ANY ammo, I'm happy to be using ammo made in America as well. I also like this ammo's total metal jacket (TMJ) which limits lead exposure. Never had a FTF with Speer. Great Stuff!

  • Just me said:

    Will purchase again!

  • Matt H said:

    The price on this ammo is amazing, but it is dirty. I shot 250 rounds through a Glock 17 and needed to clean my weapon after 150 rounds. My daughter also bought some because I told her about the great deal. She was shooting a Sig P365 9mm, the Sig does not like the flat nose on this ammo. She shot 100 rounds and was having problems feeding before she finished 50 rounds. We cleaned her weapon, and still had the same problem. I had no feed issues with my Glock. I'm not real sure why Federal decided to go flat nose on this round when they have round nose on their 115 & 124 grain rounds. As good of a deal as this was I don't think I'll be purchasing anymore of this ammo.

  • Ronjai said:

    Had to use the higher grain bullet in my sub compact auto. The federal 147 grain bullet fed flawlessly and provided very accurate results.

  • Buff said:

    For a supressed weapon it is the best

  • Trent said:

    Out of the 5 different 147gr. 9mm rounds I've shot through my suppressed sig p365 fuse, this has been my favorite by far. Clean burning and noticeably quieter than others. A little pricey, but worth it in my opinion.

  • Buck8320 said:

    I have and prefer the HST and Speer Gold Dots as my edc loads. The HST has the most expansion you can find in the gel tests if you pay attention to those. A bit pricey, but.....worth the extra for performance

  • Ronald said:

    Great ammo for Self-defense

  • Wendy said:

    Seems to work well for me in my Beretta 92s Italian Police turn-in. A possible alternative if you can't or don't want to use +P ammo in your 9mm However, as with the case with every self-dense loading fire at least a full mag (plus one in the chamber if this is how you would use it for self-defense) through the gun to make sure it feeds and ejects all rounds before relying on it for self-defense.

  • TexasTodd44 said:

    They had ammo when nobody else did! New customer and I will buy from Ammo.com from here on!!

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  • M Roger W said:

    If you are looking for the best personal defense ammo, Speer gold dot is it. Shoots flawlessly and extremely accurate. Have shot gold dot out my Sig P365 and my Glock 19 and 47 without a problem.

  • Billy said:

    Speer Gold Dot is the best. We have been shooting it for years at my Department! It’s proven, reliable and in my opinion, the Gold Standard!

  • jw said:

    As promised, worked flawlessly

  • NICHOLAS said:

    very good quality and performance

  • Lyle said:

    I ended up placing an order during the pandemic and couldn’t have had a better ammo buying experience. Not only were they the only company with Gold Dot in stock, they also had it to me within just a few days! The order was exactly what I wanted, packaged well in the box, and all the ammo was in good condition. I will definitely be buying from ammo.com again!

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  • Jerry said:

    Great Ammo, reasonably priced, team was extremely helpful, and I received my order in a reasonable timeframe.

  • Kenny said:

    Shoots well through multiple platforms with and without suppressors in both semi and full auto….. No stove pipes or misfeeds in pistol, or rife. Good all around performance. Relatively quiet using HUXWRX 9mm TI suppressor

  • Fwank said:

    A number of large urban police departments have issued this round for duty in the past fifteen years, including Cincinnati, Ohio PD. They've had a fair number of deadly force incidents with it. It generally gives decent expansion and outstanding straight-line penetration, and does anything you might ask a duty or carry load to do quite well. One downside is that Winchester in the past several years has had some quality control problems. Another is that this round is not sealed or waterproofed in any way. Nonetheless at least when fired from full size duty pistols, it almost always expands in gelatin, even through a heavy clothing barrier. I don't think it is quite as consistent in its performance after hard barriers like automobile windshields as, for example, T-Series/Ranger-T, Gold Dot, or HST, but it's really very good. I don't think you can do much better for the money. Not so long ago it was available at Wal-Mart. I bought it cheap and stacked it deep back then. The carry gun is currently loaded with Winchester 147gr T-Series, but if premium 9mm defensive ammo were not available, I'd carry these without complaint.

  • Stan said:

    Good. Priceing fair, and good products.

  • B said:

    Shoots well

  • Bob said:

    Good results and meets expectations!

  • Jimmy said:

    It is an excellent and trustable ammo. Thanks!

  • KY.Sundance said:

    Use ammo for target shooting. No jams and afterwards in cleaning the gun, found minimal residue. Would recommend

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  • Steverino said:

    The ammo ran very consistent. I will buy again

  • Ogre said:

    Recommend to everyone to look into your business for future ammo purchases

  • Michael said:

    Performed as expected. Top tier.

  • D said:

    Ammo is a great everyday self defense round can’t beat it for the price ????????????

  • Joe said:

    9mm 147 grain JHP performed well at the range the range no jamming I have no complaints

  • Andy said:

    Fantastic

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