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Winchester's cowboy loads have been a staple for folks who appreciate the .45 Colt's smooth, manageable recoil and classic charm. This Super-X offering pairs a 250-grain lead flat nose projectile with 750 feet per second velocity, making it ideal for single-action revolvers, lever-action rifles, and cowboy action competitions.
The flat-nose design on this ammunition serves a specific purpose. It's built to work safely through revolvers and tube-fed rifles, and the heavier bullet keeps energy transfer consistent at moderate distances. At 750 fps, you get the kind of recoil and report that feels right with period-correct firearms without beating up either the gun or the shooter. This velocity is actually a practical sweet spot for match shooting where speed matters less than putting rounds downrange accurately.
Winchester uses non-corrosive, boxer-primed brass on this load. That means if you're already into reloading, you'll appreciate having quality brass that matches your workflow. The cases are built to last through multiple reloads, so the per-round cost drops significantly over time if you're planning to run these through a press. The consistent construction you'll notice when you unbox this ammunition is the kind of thing that pays dividends when you're preparing your own ammunition.
Whether you're working with a Ruger Blackhawk, an Uberti reproduction, or a Winchester 1873 rifle, these loads cycle reliably and shoot to point of aim without drama. The lead projectile fouls the barrel more than modern jacketed rounds, so you'll want to plan for regular cleaning between sessions. The manageable recoil makes follow-up shots easy, and the moderate velocity means less stress on vintage mechanical systems that weren't designed for modern magnum pressures.
Yes, these names refer to the same cartridge. You'll see both terms used interchangeably by manufacturers and shooters. They're the classic revolver round from 1873, and Winchester loads this ammunition to work safely in both period-correct single-action revolvers and compatible lever-action rifles.
Absolutely. Winchester uses non-corrosive, boxer-primed brass that's built to handle multiple reloads. The consistent quality means you can expect good performance through several cycles if you're setting up your own ammunition. Just keep standard reloading practices in mind since these are lead projectiles.
The flat nose is designed specifically for safety in tube-fed rifles and revolvers. It prevents bullets from detonating primers in the magazine during recoil, which matters with lever-actions and tube-magazine designs. It also provides good energy transfer and is a traditional design that works well for cowboy action shooting where accuracy and consistency matter.
Yes, Winchester specifically designed this load for use in early American rifles alongside period-correct single-action revolvers. The moderate velocity and lead flat-nose design are well-suited to vintage actions without putting excessive pressure on older mechanical systems.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 250 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.02 |
| Grains | 250 gr |
| Length | 6.4500 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | USA45CB |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Lead |
| Shipping Weight | 2.7 |
| Units per Box | 50 |
| UPC | 020892213616 |
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