G2 Research

R.I.P.: Radically Invasive Projectile

R.I.P. is G2 Research's original and most distinctive design — a solid copper bullet machined with pre-cut trocar-tip petals that separate on impact, creating multiple wound channels from a single shot rather than one channel with expansion. It's available across 9mm, .380 ACP, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, 10mm, and even a 12 gauge slug version.

Civic Duty and Telos: Lead-Free Copper Options

Civic Duty and Telos use a more conventional lead-free copper hollow point design compared to R.I.P.'s fragmenting petals — a single expanding projectile rather than a separating one. Telos includes a California-certified nonlead 9mm +P load, relevant for shooters in states with lead ammunition restrictions.

Choosing Between R.I.P. and Civic Duty/Telos

R.I.P.'s fragmenting design trades some penetration depth for multiple wound channels — it's a more aggressive, less conventional choice. Civic Duty and Telos behave more like a standard premium hollow point, with expansion and penetration characteristics closer to established defensive ammunition from other manufacturers. Neither is objectively "better" — they represent different terminal ballistics philosophies for defensive use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G2 Research R.I.P. ammunition legal to carry for self-defense?
Yes, in nearly all US jurisdictions — check your state's specific ammunition regulations, particularly if you're in a state with lead ammunition restrictions, where the Telos lead-free line is the better fit.

Does R.I.P. ammunition penetrate deep enough for self-defense?
R.I.P.'s design prioritizes multiple wound channels over maximum penetration depth. Shooters who want penetration closer to FBI testing standards often choose Civic Duty or Telos instead, which behave more like a conventional expanding hollow point.

See Also: 9mm Ammo • .45 ACP Ammo • All Ammunition