$29.99
88 in stock
Online inventory may differ from in-store availability.
Quick turnaround so you get your gear sooner.
Trusted checkout with industry-standard protection.
Keeping Traditions Alive Since 1953
Secure Transactions provided with 
If you're putting rounds downrange regularly, this is the ammo you want in your .45 ACP. The polymer-coated bullet eliminates the metal-on-metal friction that wears on your barrel and fills it with fouling. What that means in real terms is less cleaning, more time at the range, and a barrel that holds up better over time.
The Total Synthetic Jacket wraps the bullet in a red polymer coating instead of traditional copper. During testing, Federal found this reduces barrel friction by 12 percent and heat by 14 percent compared to standard FMJ loads. That cooler barrel also means you're generating less residue, so you're not fighting lead and copper buildup every time you clean. The lead-free Catalyst primer pairs with clean-burning powders to round out the package, keeping your gun running smoothly through extended sessions.
At 830 feet per second with 325 foot-pounds of muzzle energy, this 230-grain load sits right in the sweet spot for practice. The velocity is consistent, the recoil is manageable, and it feeds reliably through most .45 platforms. You get the ballistic performance you need to train the way you'd shoot in real situations without the hassle of constant maintenance.
One often-overlooked benefit of the synthetic jacket is reduced splash-back on steel targets. The polymer coating doesn't shatter like copper does when it hits hardened steel, which means fewer fragments coming back at you. If you're shooting steel regularly, you'll appreciate the difference.
Yes, this ammunition feeds reliably in most standard .45 ACP firearms including 1911s, M&P models, and similar platforms. The Total Synthetic Jacket won't cause reliability issues like some specialty ammo can. Just make sure your gun cycles properly with whatever round you're using, which you'd do anyway.
The reduction in copper and lead fouling is noticeable. Federal's testing showed 12 percent less friction and 14 percent less heat generation compared to standard American Eagle FMJ loads. In practice, you'll spend significantly less time scrubbing your bore between range sessions, especially if you're shooting high volumes.
Yes, the brass cases are reloadable. They use standard Boxer primers, so you can reload them like any other brass ammunition. The synthetic jacket stays on the bullet during firing and won't affect your reloading process.
It's actually ideal for steel targets. The polymer coating significantly reduces splash-back and ricochet fragments compared to copper-jacketed ammo. If you're shooting steel regularly, Syntech eliminates one of the safety concerns that comes with that practice.
| UPC | 604544617429 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AE45SJ1 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Grains | 230Gr |
| Length | 6.1500 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Total Synthetic Jacket |
| Shipping Weight | 2.5 |
| Units per Box | 50 |
| Cost per Round | 0.60 |
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 230 |
You must be logged in to post a review.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.