The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - .45 200gr lead SWC not cycling in Glock 30sf, FNP 45

dlb435 · February 3, 2011, 08:52 AM

I think your loads might be too light. You should be getting about 900 fps with 200 grain bullets. The Glocks like really hot ammo to cycle well. Try loading some rounds at the max powder recommended for the rounds you are using and give it a try.
I've got a Colt Gold Cup with the traget load spring and have to light load my rounds for target shooting. If I change to the standard spring the gun won't cycle.
Also check your grip on the Glock. Any "limp wristing" will also cause the pistol to stovepipe or fail to cycle.

February 3, 2011, 08:52 AM	#18
dlb435 Senior Member Join Date: January 26, 2009 Posts: 654	I think your loads might be too light. You should be getting about 900 fps with 200 grain bullets. The Glocks like really hot ammo to cycle well. Try loading some rounds at the max powder recommended for the rounds you are using and give it a try. I've got a Colt Gold Cup with the traget load spring and have to light load my rounds for target shooting. If I change to the standard spring the gun won't cycle. Also check your grip on the Glock. Any "limp wristing" will also cause the pistol to stovepipe or fail to cycle.