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Federal AE45USA American Eagle 45ACP 230gr Full Metal Jacket 50/Box
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SKU: AE45USA-604544708745
Overview
Built for target shooting, this .45 ACP ammunition is intended for practice sessions where a familiar shooting feel matters. The 230-grain full metal jacket load is listed with 404 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and 890 fps muzzle velocity, giving shooters a clear specification set for range use. It is presented as a training option for handgun owners who want realistic practice without moving outside the standard target-shooting role. Each box contains 50 rounds.
Why Hunters Choose the Federal
Full Metal
Jacket design suits target shooting
230-grain .45
ACP load offers a familiar
890 Fps
Muzzle velocity supports realistic practice
404 Ft-lbs
Muzzle energy is listed in
50-round Box
Practical quantity for extended range
Key Features
- .45 ACP handgun ammunition for target shooting
- 230-grain full metal jacket bullet
- Muzzle velocity listed at 890 fps
- Muzzle energy listed at 404 ft lbs
- 50 rounds per box
- Designed for familiar-feel practice with similar recoil and velocity to self-defense and competition loads
Best Used For
- Target shooters wanting familiar recoil and velocity during regular practice sessions.
- .45 ACP handgun owners running full metal jacket ammunition for range training.
- Shooters preparing with a realistic-feel load before self-defense or competition practice.
- Buyers needing a 50-round box for repeated target shooting sessions.
Specifications
| Application | Target Shooting |
|---|---|
| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
| Bullet Weight | 230 gr |
| Caliber | 45 ACP |
| Muzzle Energy | 404 ft lbs |
| Muzzle Velocity | 890 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 50 |
Pros
- Full metal jacket design suits target shooting and range practice.
- 230-grain .45 ACP load offers a familiar feel for training.
- 890 fps muzzle velocity supports realistic practice sessions.
- 404 ft-lbs muzzle energy is listed in the product specifications.
- 50-round box provides a practical quantity for extended range time.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for target shooting, so it’s a practice load rather than a dedicated defensive or hunting round.
- Full metal jacket bullets are well suited to range use, but they are not intended to mirror the terminal behavior of expanding projectiles.
- The 50-round box is practical for training sessions, though frequent shooters may need to plan on buying multiple boxes.
- Its recoil and velocity are described as similar to self-defense and competition loads, but the load is still positioned specifically for familiar-feel practice.
Suggested Comparisons
- Target shooting ammunition
- .45 ACP handgun ammunition
- Full metal jacket practice ammo
- Handgun training ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Eye protection
- Hearing protection
- Cleaning kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is this American Eagle load?
This ammunition is chambered in .45 ACP.
What type of bullet does it use?
It uses a Full Metal Jacket bullet.
How heavy is the bullet and what are the listed performance specs?
The bullet weight is 230 grains. The listed muzzle energy is 404 ft lbs and the muzzle velocity is 890 fps.
How many rounds come in a box?
Each box contains 50 rounds.
What is this ammunition intended for?
The listed application is target shooting, and the description says it is designed for training with recoil and velocity similar to self-defense and competition loads.