Winchester Super-X .45 Colt 250gr LFN Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • LFN
Winchester Super-X .45 Colt 250gr LFN Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • LFN
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 750 fps | 312 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 746 fps | 309 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 10 yds | 743 fps | 306 ft-lb | +0.2" |
| 15 yds | 739 fps | 303 ft-lb | +0.3" |
| 20 yds | 736 fps | 301 ft-lb | +0.2" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 732 fps | 298 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 729 fps | 295 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 35 yds | 726 fps | 292 ft-lb | -0.9" |
| 40 yds | 723 fps | 290 ft-lb | -1.6" |
| 45 yds | 719 fps | 287 ft-lb | -2.5" |
| 50 yds | 716 fps | 285 ft-lb | -3.5" |
| 55 yds | 713 fps | 282 ft-lb | -4.7" |
| 60 yds | 710 fps | 280 ft-lb | -6.1" |
| 65 yds | 707 fps | 277 ft-lb | -7.7" |
| 70 yds | 703 fps | 275 ft-lb | -9.4" |
| 75 yds | 700 fps | 272 ft-lb | -11.3" |
| 80 yds | 697 fps | 270 ft-lb | -13.4" |
| 85 yds | 694 fps | 267 ft-lb | -15.7" |
| 90 yds | 691 fps | 265 ft-lb | -18.1" |
| 95 yds | 688 fps | 263 ft-lb | -20.7" |
| 100 yds | 685 fps | 260 ft-lb | -23.5" |
Product Overview
Winchester's Super-X .45 Colt pushes a 250gr lead flat nose bullet at 750 fps, generating 312 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. That's a mild, standard-pressure load safe for any .45 Colt revolver on the market, from replica single-actions to modern Rugers. The brass case and lead flat nose design keep things simple and reliable. Compared to the Ammo Inc Signature 250gr TMC at 842 fps and 385 ft-lbs, this Winchester runs noticeably softer, which makes it easier to shoot well in lighter single-action revolvers.
The lead flat nose bullet is a traditional design that feeds without issue in both revolvers and lever-action rifles chambered in .45 Colt. Super-X is one of Winchester's longest-running product lines, and the .45 Colt load reflects that no-frills approach. The exposed lead tip cuts clean holes in paper targets. If you shoot a Taurus Judge, this standard-pressure load works fine in those shorter chambers too.
This is a solid general-purpose and range load for .45 Colt shooters. It works well for casual target practice where you want low recoil and affordable shooting. Cowboy action competitors could use this for informal matches, though dedicated CAS loads like the Fiocchi Cowboy Action exist for sanctioned events. The 250gr weight also makes it a reasonable choice for light pest control or small predator defense at close range. For anything requiring deep penetration or expansion on larger animals, step up to a jacketed soft point or +P load instead.
- Safe in all .45 Colt revolvers including older single-action clones and the Taurus Judge
- Low recoil at 750 fps makes it comfortable to shoot in lightweight frames
- Lead flat nose cuts clean, easy-to-score holes in paper targets
- Winchester Super-X is a widely available, established product line
- 312 ft-lbs of muzzle energy is too low for hunting or serious defensive use
- Lead bullets leave more barrel fouling than jacketed alternatives like the Ammo Inc TMC
- Slower at 750 fps than comparable 250gr loads from other manufacturers
- No expansion capability from the solid lead flat nose design
All Winchester Super-X .45 Colt 250gr LFN Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fast Ammo | 400 | $322.80 | $37.99 | $360.79 | $0.90 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 400 | $363.04 | $0.00 | $363.04 | $0.91 |
| Sentry Ammo | 400 | $372.67 | $13.99 | $386.66 | $0.97 |
| Fast Ammo | 200 | $161.40 | $33.99 | $195.39 | $0.98 |
| Sentry Ammo | 200 | $186.34 | $13.99 | $200.33 | $1.00 |
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