BARNES 45 LONG COLT - 250 GR - SP - 20 RDS/BOX
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BARNES 45 LONG COLT - 250 GR - SP - 20 RDS/BOX
Barnes Pioneer 45 Long Colt ammunition breathes new life into your lever gun or revolver, delivering the legendary terminal performance that hunters and shooters demand from every trigger pull.
- 250-grain Barnes Original soft point bullet built for devastating expansion
- Engineered for deep penetration with consistent, reliable weight retention
- Designed specifically for lever-action rifles and single/double-action revolvers
- Optimized for flawless feeding through tubular magazines every time
- Promotes lightning-fast follow-up shots with smooth, reliable cycling
- Conveniently packaged in a 20-round box for range or field use
Who This Is For
Barnes Pioneer 45 Long Colt is the ideal load for hunters pursuing deer, hogs, or black bear with a lever-action carbine or a big-bore revolver. It's equally at home with cowboy-action enthusiasts who want genuine terminal performance rather than a plinking round — anyone who carries a 45 Long Colt in the field and expects it to do serious work will appreciate the combination of controlled expansion, deep penetration, and feed reliability that this load consistently delivers.
Specifications
| Brand | Barnes |
|---|---|
| Product Line | Pioneer |
| Caliber | 45 Long Colt (.45 LC) |
| Bullet Weight | 250 Grain |
| Bullet Type | Barnes Original Soft Point (SP) |
| Muzzle Velocity | ~900 fps (lever-action rifle) |
| Muzzle Energy | ~450 ft-lbs |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Application | Hunting, Field Use |
| Compatible Firearms | Lever-Action Rifles, Revolvers |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Barnes Pioneer 45 Long Colt in both a lever-action rifle and a revolver?
Yes. Barnes Pioneer ammunition is specifically designed to perform reliably in both lever-action rifles and revolvers chambered in 45 Long Colt. The bullet profile and overall cartridge length are optimized for smooth feeding through tubular magazines in lever guns, while the consistent pressure curve ensures safe and reliable function in revolvers as well. Always verify your firearm's manufacturer specifications before use.
What makes the Barnes Original bullet different from a standard soft point?
The Barnes Original is a time-tested, pure copper-jacketed lead-core bullet that combines a soft point nose for reliable expansion initiation with a heavy jacket designed to control that expansion and retain weight as the bullet penetrates. Unlike conventional soft points that can shed their lead core on impact, the Barnes Original is engineered to expand consistently while holding together, delivering deeper penetration and more reliable energy transfer — critical qualities when hunting medium to large game.
Is this load suitable for hunting deer or hogs?
Absolutely. The 250-grain Barnes Original soft point at 45 Long Colt velocities produces significant energy on impact along with wide, controlled expansion, making it an effective choice for whitetail deer, feral hogs, and similarly sized game at appropriate lever-gun ranges (typically inside 100 yards). The combination of bullet weight, expansion, and penetration gives hunters the confidence they need for ethical, clean harvests in the field.
- Caliber:
- 45 LONG COLT
- Bullet Weight:
- 250 GR
- Bullet Type:
- SP
- Purpose:
- Hunting
- Type:
- Rifle Ammunition
- Box Quantity:
- 20
- Case Quantity:
- 200
- Lead Free:
- Yes
