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HORNADY 45177 45 CAL .451 230 GR FMJ-RN 100 CT.
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SKU: 45177-090255451771
Overview
Built for handgun target shooting, this FMJ bullet is intended for reloaders who want a dependable option for range use and semi-automatic pistol function. Hornady describes the jacket construction as rugged, with a design aimed at avoiding the distortion and separation issues associated with thinly plated alternatives. It is presented as a match-grade choice for consistent shooting sessions, while still requiring the user to verify load data through a reloading manual or powder manufacturer resources.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Target Shooting
A full metal jacket profile
Built Rugged
A rugged jacket for consistent
Superior Functioning
In semi-automatic handguns
Advertised Deliver
Match-grade accuracy
Pack Includes
100 .451 caliber, 230 grain
Key Features
- .45 caliber .451 diameter, 230 grain FMJ-RN handgun bullets
- Pack includes 100 bullets
- Designed for target shooting applications
- Rugged jacket construction
- Intended for superior functioning in semi-automatic handguns
- Match-grade accuracy claimed in product description
Best Used For
- Target shooters seeking FMJ handgun bullets for routine range practice and training
- Reloaders building ammunition for semi-automatic handguns with consistent feeding in mind
- Handgun owners following published load data for .451 230 grain bullet setups
- Shooters wanting a standard full metal jacket option for target-focused applications
Specifications
| Bullet Type | FMJ-RN |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 230 GR |
| Caliber | 45 CAL |
| Diameter | .451 |
| Quantity | 100 CT. |
| Specifications | Check your reloading manual or go to a powder manufactures website for load data. |
Pros
- Designed for target shooting applications with a full metal jacket profile.
- Built with a rugged jacket for consistent bullet construction.
- Engineered for superior functioning in semi-automatic handguns.
- Advertised to deliver match-grade accuracy.
- Pack includes 100 .451 caliber, 230 grain FMJ-RN bullets.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for target shooting and range use, so it is not intended to serve as a hunting bullet.
- The product description emphasizes use in semi-automatic handguns, so suitability for other handgun types should be verified against your load data and firearm.
- Reloading data is not provided here; you need to consult your reloading manual or powder manufacturer website before use.
- Pack quantity is 100 bullets, which is practical for volume loading but may be more than needed for occasional reloaders.
Suggested Comparisons
- Handgun target bullets
- Semi-automatic handgun reloading bullets
- Full metal jacket bullets
- .45 caliber reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading dies
- Powder scale
- Bullet puller
- Reloading manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this Hornady bullet package?
This product is a 100-count box of Hornady 45 caliber .451, 230 grain FMJ-RN bullets.
What type of shooting is this bullet designed for?
The product description identifies Hornady FMJ handgun bullets as a standard for target shooting applications.
Is this bullet intended for semi-automatic handguns?
Yes. The description says these bullets are carefully designed and manufactured to give superior functioning in semi-automatic handguns.
Does Hornady provide load data with this product?
No load data is included in the description. The product notes to check your reloading manual or visit a powder manufacturer’s website for load data.
What does Hornady say about the bullet’s construction?
Hornady describes these FMJ bullets as having a rugged jacket and notes that they are designed to avoid the distortion or separation mentioned for thinly plated full metal jacket bullets from other manufacturers.