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The Civil Defense .45 Long Colt stands out in a crowded field of defensive ammunition. At 1800 fps, this load pushes .45 Long Colt into territory that feels genuinely modern while respecting the cartridge's case pressure limits. The 78-grain monolithic copper projectile is the real story here. It's built light to achieve that velocity without going overpressure, which means you can run it through revolvers that handle standard .45 Colt loads just fine.
The bullet uses a fragmenting hollow point that operates through hydraulic pressure. When it hits soft tissue, the cavity fills with fluid and pressure builds until the copper walls rupture. This creates a starburst pattern of fragments, generating multiple wound channels and significant tissue disruption. The design works reliably through barriers like drywall and heavy clothing without losing effectiveness on soft targets. You're looking at roughly 12 inches of penetration depth with a 4.5 inch wide wound channel.
The featherweight bullet produces noticeably less recoil than conventional .45 Long Colt rounds. Less muzzle flip means faster follow-up shots and better accuracy, especially in double-action shooting where you need quick recoveries between rounds. This matters for both practice and defensive use. The nickel-plated brass casing feeds smoothly and resists corrosion better than standard brass, which is worth considering if you're carrying loaded chambers for extended periods.
This ammunition was designed for home defense and personal protection in modern handguns. It's lead-free, which matters if you're practicing regularly in indoor ranges or in areas with environmental concerns. The performance per round is genuinely impressive for .45 Long Colt, making it worth the cost difference compared to standard loads. If you're carrying .45 Colt for serious purposes, this rounds out your options nicely.
No, Liberty recommends these rounds for modern firearms only. The 1800 fps velocity and projectile design are built for contemporary revolvers and pistols. If you own an antique or vintage revolver, use standard .45 Long Colt loads instead to avoid potential issues.
The lighter weight allows this load to achieve 1800 fps without creating overpressure in the standard-pressure .45 Long Colt case. You get roughly twice the velocity of traditional loads, 30-40% more kinetic energy transfer, and significantly less felt recoil. The trade-off is a lighter projectile, which Liberty compensates for through their fragmenting copper design.
The monolithic copper construction with a deep cavity hollow point uses hydraulic pressure to function. When the bullet impacts soft tissue, pressure builds in the cavity until the copper walls rupture outward in a starburst pattern. This creates multiple wound channels and dramatic tissue disruption. The solid copper construction also allows the projectile to perform reliably through barriers without losing effectiveness.
Yes, this ammunition stays within standard .45 Long Colt pressure ratings despite the high velocity. It functions correctly in any modern firearm chambered for .45 Long Colt. As mentioned, Liberty recommends against use in vintage firearms, but standard modern revolvers and pistols will handle it without issues.
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.90 |
| Grains | 78 gr |
| Length | 3.4000 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LACD45031 |
| Shipping Weight | 0.65 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 748252054975 |
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