Description
The .460 Rowland was dreamed up to do something that sounds almost too good to be true: deliver genuine .44 Magnum ballistics out of a semi-automatic handgun. Johnny Rowland pulled it off by taking the proven .45 Auto case and lengthening it into a heavy duty design that runs at much stiffer pressure. These Starline unprimed cases are the foundation for that round, giving you fresh, uniform brass to build your own loads from the ground up.
What Makes the .460 Rowland Case Different
The case measures roughly .954 to .960 inches long, which is the key detail that sets it apart from standard .45 ACP. That extra length was built in on purpose so the longer round won't drop into and fire from a gun chambered for .45 Auto. It takes a Large Pistol primer and holds powder capacity close to the .45, but it's made to handle the higher operating pressure the Rowland cartridge runs. If you've got a conversion kit or a dedicated Rowland barrel, this is the brass that feeds it.
Why Reloaders Reach for Starline Brass
Starline has a long standing reputation among handloaders for tight, consistent dimensions and brass that holds up through repeated loading cycles. That consistency is exactly what you want in a high pressure case like this one, where uniform wall thickness and solid primer pockets matter. Plenty of folks running Starline across pistol and rifle calibers report case life that outlasts cheaper alternatives, and the Rowland brass carries that same quality.
Keep in mind these are unprimed cases only. You'll supply your own primers, powder, and bullets, so have your load data handy and work up carefully given the pressures this cartridge operates at. For anyone feeding a .460 Rowland setup, starting with quality virgin brass takes a lot of the guesswork out of the equation.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Starline
- Manufacturer Part Number: 460ROWEUP50
- UPC: 810742026189
- Caliber: 460 Rowland
- Case Material: Brass
- Primer Size: Large Pistol
- Case Length: .954" – .960"
- Primed: No (Unprimed)
- Quantity: 50 Per Bag
- Style: Large
- Product Type: Handgun
- Recommended Use: Reloading
What’s Included
- 50 unprimed 460 Rowland brass cases
Frequently Asked Questions
What primer size does the 460 Rowland brass use?
The .460 Rowland case takes a Large Pistol primer. These cases ship unprimed, so you'll add your own primers along with powder and bullets when you load them.
Can I use 460 Rowland brass in a 45 ACP gun?
No. The Rowland case is intentionally longer than .45 ACP so it won't chamber and fire in a standard .45 Auto. You'll need a firearm chambered for .460 Rowland or a proper Rowland conversion kit. Interestingly, a gun set up for .460 Rowland can still fire .45 ACP, but not the other way around.
How many cases come in a bag?
Each bag contains 50 unprimed .460 Rowland cases. This is fresh virgin brass, not once fired, so it's ready for prep and your first load workup.
Is Starline brass good for high pressure loads like the 460 Rowland?
Starline is well regarded among handloaders for consistent dimensions, solid primer pockets, and brass that holds up over multiple loadings. Those traits are exactly what you want in a cartridge that runs at the pressures the .460 Rowland does. Always follow published load data and work up carefully.





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