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If you're serious about handgun hunting, HSM's Pro Pistol Hunter load in 45 Colt has been engineered to handle the job. These 300-grain jacketed soft points pair consistent ballistics with that heavy bullet weight that performs on hides and bone. The Sierra bullets feature controlled expansion designed across a wide velocity range, meaning whether you're shooting from a revolver or lever gun, you get predictable performance.
The foundation here is the premium Sierra jacketed soft point. HSM's Power Jacket ensures uniform expansion along serrated lines, which translates to energy transfer that actually matters in the field. These aren't plinking rounds, they're purpose-built for taking game. The robust construction delivers deep penetration without excessive fragmentation, letting the bullet do real work instead of breaking apart on impact.
That 300-grain pill generates solid impact without knocking your hand around like a magnum load. The ballistics are calibrated specifically for 45 Colt, delivering 1,155 feet per second muzzle velocity and 963 foot-pounds of energy from standard pressure loads. The moderate recoil characteristics make follow-up shots manageable if you need them, and practice sessions stay comfortable enough that you can actually shoot the load you hunt with.
Each round features new Starline brass casing and a non-corrosive Boxer primer, so you can reload these if you want to stretch your ammunition investment further. That's built-in value for hunters who manage their own components.
Sierra's jacketed soft point design features a Power Jacket with serrated expansion lines that ensure uniform mushrooming. The construction balances controlled expansion with reliable penetration, preventing excessive fragmentation while delivering the energy transfer needed to put down game efficiently. It's built specifically for hunting applications rather than defensive use.
Yes, this load is well-suited for both. The 300-grain weight delivers solid knockdown power for medium to large game at typical handgun hunting ranges under 100 yards. The deep penetration from the JSP construction handles both species without issue. It's particularly popular with hunters using large-frame revolvers for pursuit hunting.
Absolutely. The new Starline brass casings with non-corrosive Boxer primers are designed for reloading. This makes the 50-round box a better long-term value, especially if you handload your own 45 Colt ammunition and want consistent quality brass to work with.
Most handgun hunters work within 25 to 75 yards, though capable shooters can stretch it to around 100 yards with a solid rest. The 1,155 fps muzzle velocity and 300-grain weight maintain enough energy and trajectory within these ranges. Your specific effective range will depend on your firearm, barrel length, and shot placement skill.
| UPC | 810742023669 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | HSM-45C-9-N |
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