Black Hills .45 Colt 250gr RNFP Ballistics
Brass Case • RNFP • MPN: DCB45CLTN1
Black Hills .45 Colt 250gr RNFP Ballistics
Brass Case • RNFP • MPN: DCB45CLTN1
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 725 fps | 291 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 721 fps | 289 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 10 yds | 718 fps | 286 ft-lb | +0.2" |
| 15 yds | 715 fps | 283 ft-lb | +0.3" |
| 20 yds | 711 fps | 281 ft-lb | +0.3" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 708 fps | 278 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 705 fps | 276 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 35 yds | 702 fps | 273 ft-lb | -1.0" |
| 40 yds | 699 fps | 271 ft-lb | -1.8" |
| 45 yds | 696 fps | 269 ft-lb | -2.7" |
| 50 yds | 693 fps | 266 ft-lb | -3.8" |
| 55 yds | 690 fps | 264 ft-lb | -5.1" |
| 60 yds | 686 fps | 262 ft-lb | -6.6" |
| 65 yds | 683 fps | 259 ft-lb | -8.3" |
| 70 yds | 680 fps | 257 ft-lb | -10.1" |
| 75 yds | 677 fps | 255 ft-lb | -12.2" |
| 80 yds | 674 fps | 252 ft-lb | -14.4" |
| 85 yds | 671 fps | 250 ft-lb | -16.8" |
| 90 yds | 668 fps | 248 ft-lb | -19.4" |
| 95 yds | 665 fps | 246 ft-lb | -22.2" |
| 100 yds | 662 fps | 244 ft-lb | -25.2" |
Product Overview
Black Hills loads this .45 Colt round with a 250gr round nose flat point bullet at 725 fps, producing 292 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. The brass case and standard-pressure load make it safe for any revolver chambered in the caliber, including older Colt Single Action Army clones and lightweight-frame guns. The flat nose profile cuts clean holes in paper targets and feeds reliably in lever-action rifles chambered for .45 Colt.
Black Hills built their reputation on consistent, accurate ammunition, and this load follows that pattern. The 725 fps velocity is deliberately mild, producing light recoil that lets shooters keep their sights on target between shots. The RNFP bullet design is the traditional profile for cowboy action shooting competitions, where round counts are high and the scoring system rewards speed and accuracy over raw power. The flat nose also meets SASS (Single Action Shooting Society) requirements for competition use.
This is a range and competition load through and through. Cowboy action shooters will appreciate the soft recoil and consistent velocities that Black Hills delivers. It also works well for general plinking and practice in any .45 Colt revolver or lever gun. Shooters who own a Marlin 1894 or Henry Big Boy in .45 Colt can use this for affordable target work. The low velocity means less barrel wear and minimal leading compared to hotter loads.
- Low recoil at 725 fps makes it comfortable for extended shooting sessions
- RNFP bullet meets SASS cowboy action shooting competition requirements
- Safe for all .45 Colt firearms including older and lightweight-frame revolvers
- Black Hills is known for tight quality control and consistent velocities
- 292 ft-lbs of energy is too low for any defensive or hunting application
- 725 fps velocity limits effective range to short distances
- Premium pricing for what is essentially a target and competition load
- Lead bullet may cause fouling in barrels without regular cleaning
All Black Hills .45 Colt 250gr RNFP Prices
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