The .45 ACP cartridge offers unique advantages for suppressed shooting that make it an excellent choice for both new and experienced suppressor owners. Most standard .45 ACP ammunition is naturally subsonic, traveling below the speed of sound at approximately 850-950 fps, which eliminates the supersonic crack that suppressors cannot suppress. This inherent subsonic nature means .45 ACP suppressors can achieve exceptional sound reduction without requiring specialized ammunition.
The .45 ACP is one of the easiest centerfire cartridges to suppress, benefiting from the fact that most loadings are naturally subsonic. This makes .45 suppressors ideal for shooters who want maximum sound reduction with readily available ammunition. Additionally, the larger bore diameter of .45 suppressors provides excellent versatility, allowing safe use with smaller calibers like 9mm, .40 S&W, and .38 Special.
About Yankee Hill Machine Co
YHM® was founded in 1951 by Wallace Judd and James Graham, in a part of western Massachusetts known locally as "Yankee Hill." James had recently finished a tour of duty in Korea, and saw an opportunity to help those he'd served with by manufacturing dependable firearms and accessories.
Through years of dedication and adaptation, YHM® has grown to be an industry leader, both as its own respected suppressor and accessories brand, and as a full-service OEM Manufacturer.
Since 2023, Yankee Hill Machine has been owned and operated by Chris Graham, representing the third generation of the Graham family. Today, the original YHM mission remains: to offer only high-end, durable products at an affordable price without ever sacrificing quality. Every YHM item is proudly made in the USA and is intended to exceed your expectations.