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DoubleTap's DT Hunter series brings precision engineering to 45-70 hunting ammunition. This load starts with a 405 grain wide flat nose hard cast solid bullet designed for maximum penetration on large game animals. The hard cast construction means the bullet won't deform or fragment on impact, creating a deep wound channel and reliable energy transfer even through heavy bone and muscle. That matters when you're hunting elk, moose, or other big animals where pass-through performance makes the difference between a clean kill and a problem.
This load launches at 1810 fps with 2914 foot-pounds of muzzle energy from a standard 22-inch rifle barrel. While those numbers might seem modest compared to modern magnum cartridges, that's precisely the point. The 45-70 Government doesn't need excessive velocity. The combination of bullet weight and the cartridge's inherent efficiency delivers the kinetic energy where it counts, without producing unnecessary recoil or introducing velocity instability at typical hunting distances. DoubleTap loads this round at 25000 psi, which is notably above standard 45-70 pressures, allowing the company to maximize ballistic performance without overloading the cartridge.
One important detail: this load is safe in modern 45-70 rifles like the Marlin 1895 and other contemporary lever actions. It's not designed for original trap door Springfields or other antique rifles with weaker actions. If you're shooting anything built in recent decades, you're good to go. The wide flat nose profile provides reliable feeding in lever action magazines and delivers consistent accuracy.
For hunters who want a straightforward, no-nonsense big game cartridge, the DT Hunter fills that role with solid design and proven performance. Twenty rounds per box keeps practical hunting quantities in mind.
Hard cast solids and jacketed bullets each have their strengths. Hard cast bullets deliver deeper penetration and won't fragment, making them ideal for heavy game where you need to punch through bone and muscle cleanly. Jacketed bullets are more predictable in expansion and wound creation. For the 45-70 specifically, hard cast wide flat nose designs work exceptionally well because the cartridge's lower velocity doesn't demand expansion to be effective.
This load is safe in all modern .45-70 rifles, including the popular Marlin 1895 lever action and other contemporary rifles. It's designed for modern firearms with stronger actions. If you're shooting an original 1873 trap door Springfield or other antique rifle, this load is too hot and won't work safely in those older platforms.
The 405 grain hard cast design works well on elk, moose, hogs, bear, and other large game within typical 45-70 hunting ranges of under 200 yards. The wide flat nose ensures reliable feeding in lever actions while the hard cast construction provides the deep penetration needed on heavy animals. Shot placement remains the most critical factor in any hunt.
DoubleTap uses hands-on assembly methods where each cartridge receives personal inspection instead of relying entirely on automated machinery. This approach catches potential loading errors and ensures cartridge integrity before ammunition reaches customers. The result is consistent, reliable ammunition with tight quality standards.
| Caliber/Gauge | .45-70 Government |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 2.20 |
| Grains | 405 gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 4570405HC |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 091037004970 |
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