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Fort Scott Munitions built their reputation on solid copper ammunition that performs differently than traditional hollow points. This .45 ACP load uses their patented Tumble Upon Impact technology, which drives a 180-grain solid copper bullet straight through initial barriers before tumbling end-over-end in soft tissue. The result is penetration that rivals full metal jacket rounds combined with the terminal effects you'd expect from expansion ammunition.
The solid copper construction means no jacket, no hollow point cavities, and no fragmentation. The bullet travels straight and true through barriers like heavy clothing, vehicle glass, or bone, then tumbles to create a larger wound cavity. That's a meaningful advantage over traditional designs that either over-penetrate or fail to expand reliably when shots aren't perfectly centered. Independent ballistic testing has confirmed the large temporary wound cavities that Fort Scott claims, with the 180-grain weight in .45 ACP creating measurable performance benefits compared to lighter alternatives.
Every bullet here is machined from solid copper on precision CNC lathes, not cast or spun carelessly. This tight tolerance approach means velocity and performance consistency from round to round. The brass cases are reloadable, so if you're already set up for reloading, you're not throwing away cases. Load data is 9.4 grains of Accurate #5 powder, and these ship ready to go at 989 fps with 391 foot pounds of muzzle energy from a 5-inch barrel.
This ammunition suits both range work and defensive carry in full-size .45 platforms. Some folks prefer solid copper for training specifically because it shoots clean without the lead exposure concerns of traditional ammo. If you handload or want to reload, that's another reason to keep the brass. Twenty rounds per box means you can try them before committing to a larger case quantity.
TUI technology means the bullet travels straight through initial barriers, then begins rotating end-over-end once it enters soft tissue. This tumbling action creates a larger wound cavity than the bullet's diameter while maintaining deep penetration. The design ensures damage happens primarily inside rather than at first contact with skin, which is why it performs in tests showing larger temporary wound cavities than traditional expanding rounds.
Yes, the brass cases are reloadable and designed for reuse. Fort Scott recommends cleaning your barrel thoroughly before shooting if you've been using other ammunition types, as solid copper bullets have a smoother surface and may behave differently in barrels with residue. Once clean, reloading data and the consistent case quality make these practical for handloaders.
Solid copper ammunition penetrates more reliably through barriers because it won't deform or deflect before reaching soft tissue. Once in soft tissue, the tumbling action creates wound effects similar to or exceeding hollow points. The trade-off is that solid copper demands barrier-blind performance across all scenarios, which is why Fort Scott's design is engineered specifically for that kind of reliable behavior.
Fort Scott TUI ammunition will chamber and fire in any standard .45 ACP firearm. The 180-grain weight and 989 fps velocity are within normal parameters for the cartridge. Some guns may show slightly different accuracy or function with the smoother surface of solid copper compared to jacketed ammo, but feeding and cycling are generally reliable across hammer-fired and striker-fired designs.
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.50 |
| Grains | 180 gr |
| Length | 3.2500 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 450180SCV |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 753677048102 |
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