Fiocchi's Cowboy Action .45 Colt fires a 250gr lead round nose flat point at 750 fps, producing 312 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. This is a purpose-built competition load for cowboy action shooting (CAS) events. The velocity and bullet weight fall well within SASS power factor requirements. Brass cases and standard pressure mean this load runs in any .45 Colt revolver, from original-spec SAA clones to Italian reproductions from Uberti and Pietta.

The LRNFP bullet type is the traditional choice for cowboy action matches. Lead round nose flat points feed smoothly through lever-action loading gates and revolver cylinders without hanging up. The flat nose profile also cuts cleaner holes in paper and knocks steel targets more decisively than round nose bullets. Fiocchi loads their CAS ammunition to consistent velocities, which matters when you need the same point of aim across a string of targets. Compared to the Atomic 200gr LRNFP at 800 fps, this Fiocchi uses a heavier bullet at lower velocity for a softer recoil impulse.

Cowboy action competitors are the primary audience here. If you shoot SASS or similar CAS disciplines, this load checks every box for legal ammunition in .45 Colt-chambered revolvers and lever rifles. It's also good for recreational shooting where mild recoil and low cost per round matter. The 750 fps velocity keeps recoil light even in sub-40-oz single-action revolvers. This is not a hunting or defense load. For those purposes, look at jacketed soft points like the Winchester Bigbore or +P options from DoubleTap.