Hornady .45 ACP Custom 200gr XTP Ammo 900 FPS

Name: Hornady .45 ACP Custom 200gr XTP Ammo 900 FPS
Brand: Black Basin
SKU: 090255391121-20
Price: 26.77 USD
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Specifications
UPC	090255391121
Brand	Hornady Ammo
Condition	New
Caliber	.45 ACP/Auto
Bullet Weight	200
Bullet Type	XTP: Extreme Terminal Performance
Casing	Brass

Hornady's .45 ACP Custom 200gr XTP bridges tradition and innovation in personal defense. It honors the .45 ACP's storied history while pushing performance boundaries. The 200-grain XTP bullet expands with modern consistency, exceeding FBI penetration standards. For law enforcement and civilian carriers alike, it offers reliable performance backed by rigorous testing, proving the enduring relevance of this iconic American cartridge.

Product Highlights:

Specifications
Manufacturer	Hornady
Caliber	.45 ACP
Bullet Weight	200 grains
Bullet Type	XTP Hollow Point
Muzzle Velocity	900 fps
Muzzle Energy	360 ft-lbs
Ballistic Coefficient	.151
Sectional Density	.140
Rounds Per Box	20
Case Material	Brass
Intended Use	Personal Protection, Target Practice

Key Features:

The Hornady Custom Personal Defense .45 ACP 200 Grain XTP Hollow Point 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	XTP Hollow Point Designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration
Bullet Weight	200 grains Heavy bullet for maximum stopping power
Muzzle Velocity	900 fps Balanced for accuracy and terminal performance
Muzzle Energy	360 ft-lbs Significant energy transfer on impact
Cartridge Count	20 rounds per box Convenient packaging for practice and carry

Applications & Use Cases:

Personal Defense: Engineered for reliable performance in self-defense situations.
Home Protection: Effective for home defense due to its stopping power and controlled expansion.
Law Enforcement: Suitable for law enforcement duty use.
Target Practice: Can be used for training to familiarize with carry ammunition characteristics.
Concealed Carry: Designed for reliable function in compact .45 ACP handguns.

Pros and Cons:

Pros

✔ Excellent Stopping Power: 200 grain XTP hollow point bullet provides superior expansion and penetration for self-defense situations.
✔ Consistent Performance: Each cartridge is loaded to ensure optimal pressure, velocity, and consistency from lot to lot.
✔ Reliable Ignition: Primers are carefully matched to individual loads for quick, complete, and reliable powder ignition.
✔ Precision Manufacturing: Hornady produces most of their own brass to meet high standards for reliable feeding and corrosion resistance.
✔ Versatile Application: Suitable for both personal defense and target practice, offering consistent performance in both scenarios.

Cons

✘ Recoil: The .45 ACP cartridge combined with a 200 grain bullet may produce significant recoil, especially for inexperienced shooters.
✘ Capacity Trade-off: The large .45 ACP round typically results in lower magazine capacity compared to smaller calibers.
✘ Overpenetration Risk: The powerful 200 grain bullet may pose a risk of overpenetration in some self-defense situations.
✘ Cost: Premium self-defense ammunition like this tends to be more expensive than standard target loads.

About Hornady:

Hornady Manufacturing Company, founded in 1949 by Joyce Hornady, has become a leader in the ammunition industry. Headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska, Hornady has built a reputation for innovation and quality over seven decades. The company is known for its precision manufacturing of bullets, ammunition, reloading tools, and accessories. Hornady's commitment to producing high-performance ammunition for hunters, shooters, and law enforcement has made them a trusted name in the field. Their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the United States ensure that each round meets rigorous quality standards. Hornady is particularly renowned for its XTP (Extreme Terminal Performance) bullet design, which offers controlled expansion and deep penetration.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the primary use for this Hornady .45 ACP ammunition?

A: This Hornady Custom Personal Defense .45 ACP ammunition is primarily designed for self-defense and personal protection. Its XTP (Extreme Terminal Performance) hollow point bullet is engineered to provide controlled expansion and deep penetration in defensive situations.

Q: What is the bullet weight and velocity of this ammunition?

A: This ammunition features a 200 grain XTP hollow point bullet with a muzzle velocity of 900 feet per second (fps). This combination offers a good balance of penetration and expansion for the .45 ACP cartridge.

Q: How many rounds come in a box of this ammunition?

A: Each box of this Hornady Custom Personal Defense .45 ACP ammunition contains 20 rounds.

Q: Is this ammunition reloadable?

A: Yes, this ammunition is reloadable. The brass cases can be reused for handloading, making it a good choice for those who practice frequently and want to save money by reloading their own ammunition.

Q: What is the ballistic coefficient of this bullet?

A: The ballistic coefficient of this 200 grain XTP bullet is 0.151, which helps maintain velocity and energy at longer distances compared to some other .45 ACP loads.

Q: Is this ammunition suitable for target practice?

A: While this ammunition can be used for target practice, it is primarily designed and priced for self-defense. For regular target practice, it's more economical to use full metal jacket (FMJ) ammunition, reserving this premium defensive ammunition for carry and occasional function testing in your firearm.

Hornady .45 ACP Custom 200gr XTP Ammo 900 FPS

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