Elevate your shooting experience with Sellier & Bellot's .45 Long Colt 230gr JHP ammunition. Each round showcases over two centuries of expertise, delivering consistent accuracy and devastating terminal performance. The meticulously crafted cartridges feature high-quality brass cases, reliable primers, and precisely seated bullets, ensuring optimal function in a variety of firearms. From home defense to target practice, trust in European craftsmanship and classic American design to meet your most demanding shooting needs.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Sellier & Bellot |
| Caliber | .45 Long Colt |
| Bullet Type | JHP (Jacketed Hollow Point) |
| Bullet Weight | 230 grains |
| Muzzle Velocity | 830 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 352 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient | .227 |
| Sectional Density | .159 |
| Rounds Per Box |
50 |
| Casing Material |
Brass |
| Application | Home Defense |
Key Features:
The Sellier & Bellot .45 Long Colt 230gr JHP Ammo offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Bullet Type | Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) Designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration |
| Bullet Weight | 230 grains Heavy bullet weight for maximum impact and energy transfer |
| Muzzle Velocity | 830 fps Provides good balance between power and recoil |
| Muzzle Energy | 352 ft lbs Delivers significant stopping power for self-defense situations |
| Case Material | Brass Durable and reloadable brass cases for consistent performance |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Home Defense: The jacketed hollow point design makes this ammunition an excellent choice for home defense scenarios, offering controlled expansion and reduced risk of over-penetration.
- Hunting: Suitable for hunting medium-sized game at close ranges, particularly in areas where straight-walled cartridges are required.
- Target Practice: Can be used for target practice and training to familiarize yourself with the recoil and performance of .45 Long Colt ammunition.
- Cowboy Action Shooting: While primarily designed for defense, this ammunition can also be used in Cowboy Action Shooting competitions that allow for more modern bullet designs.
- Handgun Hunting: Ideal for handgun hunting of medium game animals within appropriate ranges.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Powerful Self-Defense Round: 230gr JHP bullet offers excellent stopping power for home defense.
- ✔ Reliable Brand: Sellier & Bellot is known for consistent, high-quality ammunition.
- ✔ Expanded Performance: JHP design offers controlled expansion for improved ballistics.
- ✔ Decent Velocity: 830 fps muzzle velocity provides good energy transfer of 352 ft-lbs.
- ✔ Brass Casing: Reloadable brass casings for those who prefer to handload their ammunition.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: The .45 Long Colt cartridge can produce significant recoil, especially in lighter firearms.
- ✘ Limited Firearm Compatibility: Only for .45 Long Colt firearms, which are less common.
- ✘ Overpenetration Risk: Heavy bullet may overpenetrate despite JHP design.
- ✘ Capacity Limitations: .45 Long Colt firearms typically hold fewer rounds than modern calibers.
About Sellier & Bellot:
Sellier & Bellot, founded in 1825 in Prague, Czech Republic, is one of the oldest continuously operating ammunition manufacturers in the world. With nearly two centuries of experience, the company has built a reputation for producing high-quality ammunition for sporting, law enforcement, and military applications. Sellier & Bellot operates state-of-the-art production facilities in Vlašim, Czech Republic, where they combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to ensure consistent quality and performance. The brand is known for its innovation in ammunition design, including the development of mercury-free primers and lead-free bullets. Sellier & Bellot's commitment to excellence has made it a trusted name among shooters worldwide, with their products exported to over 100 countries.
