The HSM Cowboy Action .45-70 Government 405gr (20 rounds, HSM item no. HSM-45-70-2-N) is .45-70 Government Cowboy Action ammunition from HSM, loaded with a 405-grain round nose flat point bullet. HSM builds its Cowboy Action line for competitors and enthusiasts who appreciate the firearms, tradition and shooting sports of the American West. Every cartridge in the line is loaded in Montana using premium brass, carefully selected powders and rigorous quality standards. HSM designs the line for consistent velocities, dependable ignition, smooth cycling and manageable recoil in classic revolvers and lever-action rifles. This .45-70 Government load lists a velocity of 1300 fps and 1520 ft-lbs of energy.

Key Specifications

• The cartridge is .45-70 Government, the chambering HSM lists for this load.
• Bullet weight is 405 grains, the weight HSM lists for this .45-70 Government load.
• The bullet is a Round Nose Flat Point that HSM lists as a hard bullet.
• Velocity is listed at 1300 fps, the figure HSM publishes for this load.
• Energy is listed at 1520 ft-lbs, the figure HSM publishes alongside the velocity.
• The published G1 ballistic coefficient is 0.29, which describes how well the bullet holds its speed downrange.
• The cases are loaded with premium brass, which HSM states for every cartridge in its Cowboy Action line.
• The box holds 20 rounds, so that is the quantity you receive.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HSM Cowboy Action line for? HSM builds it for competitors and enthusiasts who shoot classic revolvers and lever-action rifles, with consistent velocities, dependable ignition, smooth cycling and manageable recoil.

How many rounds come in this box? The box holds 20 rounds of .45-70 Government ammunition.

What bullet does this load use? It uses a 405-grain Round Nose Flat Point bullet, with a listed velocity of 1300 fps.

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