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Winchester PDX1 S45CPDB .45 LC 225 GR Bonded JHP 20 Rounds
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SKU: S45CPDB-020892218628
Overview
Built for self-defense and personal protection, this .45 Long Colt load is centered on controlled expansion and barrier performance. It uses a 225-grain bonded jacketed hollow point with a notched jacket, paired with a nickel-coated brass case that is reloadable. With a listed muzzle velocity of 850 fps and 361 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, it is suited to hunters and shooters looking for a defensive cartridge in a compact 20-round box.
Why Hunters Choose the Winchester
Self-defense Personal
Protection applications
225-grain Bonded
Jacketed hollow point bullet
Nickel-coated Brass
Casing is reloadable
Listed Muzzle
Velocity of 850 fps
361 Ft-lbs
Of muzzle energy
Key Features
- .45 Long Colt self-defense and personal protection load
- 225-grain bonded jacketed hollow point bullet
- Nickel-coated brass casing is reloadable
- Muzzle velocity listed at 850 fps
- Muzzle energy listed at 361 ft-lbs
- 20 rounds per box
Best Used For
- Home-defense users wanting a .45 Long Colt load built for self-defense and personal protection.
- Shooters who prefer bonded JHP ammunition with a notched jacket for uniform petal expansion.
- Owners seeking reloadable nickel-coated brass cases for practical range and carry use.
- Users needing a 20-round box for limited, purpose-driven defensive ammunition storage.
- Those looking for a .45 LC load described for penetration through glass and some light barriers.
Specifications
| Barrier Performance | Penetrate glass and some light barriers |
|---|---|
| Bonding Process | Proprietary bonding process |
| Bullet Type | Bonded Jacketed Hollow Point |
| Bullet Weight | 225 gr |
| Caliber | .45 Long Colt |
| Casing | Nickel coated brass |
| Designed For | Self-defense and personal protection |
| Expansion | Maximum expansion |
| Jacket Feature | Notched jacket for uniform petal expansion |
| Muzzle Energy | 361 ft-lbs |
| Muzzle Velocity | 850 fps |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Weight Retention | 100% weight retention |
Pros
- Designed for self-defense and personal protection applications
- 225-grain bonded jacketed hollow point bullet
- Nickel-coated brass casing is reloadable
- Listed muzzle velocity of 850 fps
- Delivers 361 ft-lbs of muzzle energy
- 20 rounds per box for range or carry preparation
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a 20-round box, so it is a relatively small quantity for range use or extended practice sessions.
- It is a self-defense and personal-protection load, which makes it more specialized than general-purpose .45 Long Colt ammunition.
- The load is described as capable of penetrating glass and some light barriers, so it is intended for defensive use rather than a soft-shooting recreational option.
- Nickel-coated brass casings are reloadable, but the product does not provide any additional reloading or compatibility details.
Suggested Comparisons
- Ammunition for self-defense and personal protection
- .45 Long Colt defensive ammunition
- Bonded jacketed hollow point ammunition
- Nickel-coated brass centerfire ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Hearing protection
- Cleaning kit
- Range bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Winchester PDX1 load intended for?
It is designed for self-defense and personal protection.
How many rounds are in a box?
There are 20 rounds per box.
What are the listed ballistic figures for this ammunition?
The listed muzzle velocity is 850 fps and muzzle energy is 361 ft-lbs.
What type of bullet does this load use?
It uses a 225-grain bonded jacketed hollow point (JHP) bullet with a notched jacket for uniform petal expansion.
Is the brass casing reloadable?
Yes. The description states that the nickel-coated brass casing is reloadable.