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CCI's Hevi-Bismuth centerfire handgun shotshell brings a practical solution to pest problems without the environmental concerns of lead ammunition. Each round pairs dense bismuth pellets with a Catalyst lead-free primer, engineered for reliable ignition and consistent patterns at close range.
At 9.6 g/cc density, these pellets deliver near-identical downrange energy to traditional lead shot while meeting non-toxic ammunition requirements. The bismuth is alloyed and cast right here in Sweet Home, Oregon, then loaded into aluminum casings for dependable performance. The plastic capsule contains the #8 shot and grips the rifling, keeping the pattern tight as it travels down the bore.
The 115-grain payload propels at 1150 fps, giving you effective stopping power on snakes, rodents, and other small pests out to roughly 10 feet. That capsule design is critical, too. It groups the shot effectively while the flexible base wad seals the chamber and contributes to consistent velocity round after round. This isn't ammunition that cycles like standard rounds, so if you're running a semi-automatic pistol, expect to feel the difference in recoil.
These come in non-reloadable aluminum cases, packaged 10 rounds per box. They'll function in standard .45 ACP chambers without any special modifications. The combination of lead-free design and proven centerfire handgun shotshell architecture makes this the go-to option when you need to manage pests responsibly and reliably.
These are designed for very close-range work, typically around 10 feet or less. The bismuth pellets group effectively within that distance, making them ideal for quick pest response where precision rifle ammunition would be overkill. Beyond 10 feet, patterns open up significantly and effectiveness drops off.
Yes, they'll cycle in semi-automatic pistols like AR-15 platforms or 1911s without any modifications. They're specifically designed for that purpose and load into standard .45 ACP chambers. However, don't use them in revolvers or firearms with ported barrels or recoil compensators, as the capsule design can cause reliability issues in those applications.
Completely. The pellets are bismuth alloyed and cast in the USA, and the Catalyst primers are also lead-free. This makes them suitable where non-toxic ammunition is required while delivering nearly the same performance as traditional lead shot at the densities CCI uses.
No, these come in non-reloadable aluminum casings. Attempting to reload them can cause case rupture, which creates a serious safety hazard. They're designed as single-use ammunition, so treat them accordingly.
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Aluminum |
| Cost per Round | 2.60 |
| Grains | #8 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3745B |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Bismuth |
| Shipping Weight | 0.27 |
| Units per Box | 10 |
| UPC | 604544695755 |
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