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Buffalo Bore's 3H20 is a refreshing take on what modern .45 Colt ammo can be. Built around the Barnes VOR-TX XPB lead-free bullet, this is ammunition that respects your gun's longevity while delivering genuine field performance. At 225 grains traveling 1,000 fps, you're getting real power without relying on +P pressures, so it works in any .45 Colt or .454 Casull revolver in good working condition.
The Barnes XPB delivers deep penetration with controlled expansion that you'd expect from a mono-metal bullet design. The copper construction is clean burning compared to traditional lead, and the design ensures consistent performance through soft tissue and bone. With 500 foot-pounds of energy on tap, this load sits in that sweet spot where it's effective on medium game without beating up your gun or your hand.
The cartridge length is 1.572 inches, which matters if you're shooting single action classics or smaller-frame guns. That short overall length means you get consistent feeding across the full range of .45 Colt firearms, from Colts to Rugers to Freedom Arms and everything between. The standard pressure rating gives you the flexibility to use these in guns that wouldn't handle hotter loads, yet the velocity and energy are miles ahead of weak factory loads that have given the .45 Colt a reputation it doesn't deserve.
The XPB design is known for maximum weight retention and rapid double-diameter expansion. The nose peels back into six sharp-edged petals on impact, creating a significantly larger wound channel while the shank continues forward for reliable penetration. Lead-free construction means you can shoot these without worrying about lead fouling, and if you're hunting in any area with lead ammunition restrictions, you've got a solution that performs without compromise.
Yes. This is standard-pressure ammunition, which means it's safe in any .45 Colt or .454 Casull revolver in normal working condition. The 1.572-inch cartridge length ensures it feeds and chambers properly across all common platforms, from classic Colts and Rugers to newer Freedom Arms models.
The 3H20 operates at standard SAAMI pressures while still delivering legitimate field performance through the Barnes XPB design. The +P versions hit harder but require modern, strong-frame revolvers. If you want real power without pressure concerns, standard pressure is the move.
Lead-free mono-metal bullets like the Barnes XPB burn cleaner and won't foul your barrel with lead buildup over time. They're also required in some hunting areas. Performance-wise, the XPB design expands reliably and penetrates deeply, delivering the same terminal performance you'd expect from quality ammunition.
Absolutely. That 500 foot-pounds of energy with a controlled-expansion design is plenty for deer-sized game at realistic hunting distances. The Barnes XPB's deep penetration and expansion characteristics make it more effective than heavier, slower traditional loads. Shot placement matters more than raw energy numbers.
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 Colt |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 3.00 |
| Grains | 225 gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3H20 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 651815003245 |
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