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45 LONG COLT

45 Colt (aka 45 Long Colt) ammo was initially a black powder cartridge developed for the Colt Single Action Army revolver. The original load called for a 255 grain lead round nose (LRN) projectile, although heavier and lighter bullets are both common nowadays. Once primarily of interest to historic firearm enthusiasts, the 45 Colt has undergone something of a renaissance recently thanks to the popularity of the Taurus Judge and S&W Governor revolvers, which are both chambered for it in addition to 410 Bore shotshells. Browse our in-stock 45 LC ammo for sale below.
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  1. 20rds – 45 Long Colt Underwood 225gr. Hard Cast Wadcutter Ammo 20rds – 45 Long Colt Underwood 225gr. Hard Cast Wadcutter Ammo
    $22.95
    $1.15/ppr

    90 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Lead Wadcutter     Muzzle Energy
    551     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1050     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  2. 50rds - 45 Long Colt Federal American Eagle 225gr. JSP Ammo 50rds - 45 Long Colt Federal American Eagle 225gr. JSP Ammo
    $59.95
    $1.2/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    84 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    Bullet type
    Jacketed Soft-Point (JSP)     Muzzle Energy
    369     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    860     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  3. 20rds - 45 Long Colt Corbon 200gr. +P HP Ammo 20rds - 45 Long Colt Corbon 200gr. +P HP Ammo
    $27.95
    $1.4/ppr

    37 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)     Muzzle Energy
    537     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1100     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    200 Grain
  4. 200rds - 45 Long Colt Hornady 225gr. LEVERevolution FTX Ammo 200rds - 45 Long Colt Hornady 225gr. LEVERevolution FTX Ammo
    $284.95
    $1.42/ppr

    1 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)     Muzzle Energy
    460     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    960     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  5. 20rds - 45 Long Colt Hornady 225gr. LEVERevolution FTX Ammo 20rds - 45 Long Colt Hornady 225gr. LEVERevolution FTX Ammo
    $29.95
    $1.5/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 10 Reviews

    39 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 10 Reviews

    Bullet type
    Flex Tip (FTX)     Muzzle Energy
    500     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1000     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  6. 20rds - 45 Long Colt Hornady Critical Defense 185gr. FTX Ammo 20rds - 45 Long Colt Hornady Critical Defense 185gr. FTX Ammo
    $31.95
    $1.6/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 2 Reviews

    147 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 2 Reviews

    Bullet type
    Flex Tip (FTX)     Muzzle Energy
    348     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    920     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    185 Grain
  7. 20rds – 45 Long Colt Winchester Big Bore 250gr. SJHP Ammo 20rds – 45 Long Colt Winchester Big Bore 250gr. SJHP Ammo
    $31.95
    $1.6/ppr

    27 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Jacketed Soft-Point (JSP)     Muzzle Energy
    396     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    845     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    250 Grain
  8. 20rds – 45 Long Colt Federal HammerDown 250gr. Bonded HP Ammo 20rds – 45 Long Colt Federal HammerDown 250gr. Bonded HP Ammo
    $33.95
    $1.7/ppr

    10 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Hollow Point     Muzzle Energy
    583     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1025     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    250 Grain
  9. 20rds - 45 Long Colt Federal Champion 225gr. Semi-Wadcutter Hollow Point Ammo 20rds - 45 Long Colt Federal Champion 225gr. Semi-Wadcutter Hollow Point Ammo
    $34.95
    $1.75/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 3 Reviews

    45 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 3 Reviews

    Bullet type
    Lead Semi-Wadcutter Hollow Point(LSWCHP)     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    830     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  10. 10rds – 45 Long Colt CCI Pest Control Big 4 140gr. #4 Shot Ammo 10rds – 45 Long Colt CCI Pest Control Big 4 140gr. #4 Shot Ammo
    $19.95
    $1.99/ppr

    160 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #4 Shot     Casing Type
    Aluminum     Muzzle Velocity
    800     Primer Type
    Berdan     Bullet Weight
    140 Grain
  11. 20rds – 45 Colt Winchester Defender 225gr. PDX1 Bonded JHP Ammo 20rds – 45 Colt Winchester Defender 225gr. PDX1 Bonded JHP Ammo
    $39.95
    $2/ppr

    25 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)     Muzzle Energy
    361     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    850     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  12. 20rds - 45 Colt Buffalo Bore 225gr. Anti-Personnel SCHN Ammo 20rds - 45 Colt Buffalo Bore 225gr. Anti-Personnel SCHN Ammo
    $41.95
    $2.1/ppr

    1 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)     Casing Type
    Brass     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  13. 20rds – 45 Long Colt Buffalo Bore 225gr. XPB Ammo 20rds – 45 Long Colt Buffalo Bore 225gr. XPB Ammo
    $52.95
    $2.65/ppr

    4 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Solid Copper Hollow Point (SCHP)     Muzzle Energy
    500     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1000     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    225 Grain
  14. 10rds – 45 Long Colt CCI Pest Control Shotshell 130gr. #8 Bismuth Shot Ammo 10rds – 45 Long Colt CCI Pest Control Shotshell 130gr. #8 Bismuth Shot Ammo
    $27.95
    $2.79/ppr

    15 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Casing Type
    Aluminum     Muzzle Velocity
    1050     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    130 Grain

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Is the .45 Long Colt the Same as .45 ACP?

45 Long Colt vs. 45 ACP calibers

No. In fact, 45 LC and 45 Auto are two very different cartridges. The .45 Long Colt was released in 1872, and is seen as one of the classic Wild West cartridges. The .45 ACP, on the other hand, was released in 1905 by Colt’s Manufacturing Company, with the assistance of legendary designer John Browning. The .45 Long Colt is largely intended for revolvers, while .45 ACP ammunition is meant for semi-automatic handguns. The .45 Long Colt has a slightly larger neck diameter as well shorter case length, among other differences. These are two distinct rounds that are not interchangeable. You can learn a ton more about the differences in this 45 LC vs. 45 ACP article at our blog.

Which Firearm is Best for the .45 Long Colt?

The .45 Long Colt was created for revolvers, so it does not have many of the features that make other rounds ideal for semi-automatic weapons that load from a vertical magazine. It is also a good firearm for lever action rifles, but it actually was not used in rifles during its heyday. This is because the Colt company refused to make (or even allow other companies to make) rifles for the cartridge.

45 LC caliber vs 44 magnum

45 Long Colt vs. 44 Mag

Both the 45 Long Colt and 44 Magnum have loyal and passionate fan bases in the shooting community - but which is better for you? Check out our 45 LC vs 44 Mag guide here to get an idea of which of these calibers is best for you.

Is the .45 Long Colt the Same as .45 Colt?

Yes. This cartridge goes by a few different names, but it is most often called either .45 Long Colt or simply “.45 Colt.” These are just two names for the exact same cartridge. The ammunition also goes by the name of “11.43×33mmR,” although this name is rarely used among the shooting public. It may also be called the “.45 LC.”

Can You Use the .45 Long Colt for Personal Protection?

Yes. While the cartridge is largely viewed as a novelty round, used mainly for target shooting and cowboy competitions, the .45 Long Colt is certainly a capable self-defense round. It can deliver effective stopping power and velocity, and while it doesn’t get the same following for self-defense purposes as, say, the 9mm Luger or .357 Magnum, it remains a highly effective round for both target shooting and personal protection. If using the cartridge for personal protection, you will want to choose an expanding round such as a jacketed hollow point or jacketed soft nose.

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