.45 Colt Ammo.
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.45 Colt is one of America's oldest centerfire cartridges, and it is still a favorite for cowboy action shooting, lever guns and big-bore revolvers. Standard loads are mild and accurate, while modern hunting loads hit hard enough for deer at close range. At Gunners Outlet we carry .45 Colt ammunition from 200 to 255 grains, including JHP and soft point loads from Federal, CCI and more. Order online and we ship fast from our New Hampshire warehouse. Every listing shows the price per round.
About .45 Colt Ammunition
The .45 Colt, often called .45 Long Colt, was introduced in 1873 with the Colt Single Action Army revolver. It served the U.S. Army and became a symbol of the Old West. Today it is loaded for a wide range of guns, from replica single actions to modern revolvers and lever-action rifles.
Standard 250 to 255 grain lead loads are gentle and mimic the original performance, ideal for cowboy shooting. 200 to 225 grain hollow points are popular for self defense. Some heavy "+P" style loads are meant only for strong modern revolvers and rifles, so always check the box and your firearm's rating.
Revolvers chambered for .454 Casull and .460 S&W Magnum can also fire .45 Colt, which makes it an easy practice round for owners of those guns. Whether you are shooting a Single Action Army or a lever gun, .45 Colt delivers big-bore fun with manageable recoil.
.45 Colt in Lever Guns and Modern Revolvers
Lever-action rifles from Henry, Marlin and Winchester in .45 Colt are fun, accurate and pair perfectly with a matching revolver. From a rifle barrel, standard loads gain velocity, and heavier hunting loads become effective on deer at short range.
Always match the load to your firearm. Older and replica single-action revolvers should stay with standard-pressure ammo, while modern strong-frame revolvers and rifles can handle heavier loads labeled for them.
.45 Colt Ballistics Table
| Bullet Weight | Bullet Type | Loads | Brands | Price From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 gr | JHP / Hollow Point | 1 | 1 | $0.93/rd |
| 225 gr | Semi-Wadcutter, Soft Point | 2 | 1 | $1.20/rd |
Frequently Asked Questions
45 colt vs 45 long colt: which is better?
They are the same cartridge, so neither is better. .45 Long Colt is a common nickname for .45 Colt that helped distinguish it from the shorter .45 Schofield. Ammo labeled either way is interchangeable.
45 colt vs 45 acp: which is better?
They are different cartridges: .45 Colt is a rimmed revolver round, .45 ACP is a semi-auto pistol round. Standard loads have similar energy, but .45 Colt can be loaded much hotter in strong guns. Choose based on your firearm; the two are not interchangeable except in some convertible revolvers.
45 long colt vs 454 casull: which is better?
.454 Casull is far more powerful, while .45 Colt is milder and more versatile. A .454 revolver can fire .45 Colt, but a .45 Colt gun must never fire .454 Casull. Use .45 Colt for practice and moderate hunting, .454 for large game.
What is a colt 45?
"Colt 45" usually refers to either the .45 Colt cartridge, made for the 1873 Single Action Army revolver, or a Colt 1911 pistol in .45 ACP. They are different rounds, so check your firearm's marking before buying ammo.