Remington‘s High Performance Rifle series in .45-70 Government (brand part no. 21463) loads a 300-grain semi-jacketed hollow point at a listed 1,900 feet per second for lever-action and single-shot rifle shooters who want proven big-bore performance. The High Performance Rifle line spans a wide range of calibers and bullet types, reflecting Remington’s stated commitment to offering centerfire ammunition for nearly every rifle a shooter owns. The semi-jacketed hollow point’s exposed lead nose and cavity are built to initiate reliable expansion on impact, giving the classic .45-70 case real terminal performance on big game at woods-and-brush ranges. For .45-70 rifles like a lever gun or a single-shot, this Schaefer Defense ammunition is built for the caliber’s traditional role.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45-70 Government, a classic big-bore cartridge built for lever-action and single-shot rifles.
• The bullet weighs 300 grains, a proven weight for the caliber at woods-and-brush ranges.
• The bullet is a semi-jacketed hollow point (SJHP), with an exposed lead nose built for expansion.
• Muzzle velocity is listed at 1,900 fps, strong performance for a 300-grain .45-70 loading.
• Cost runs about $2.72 per round, in line with premium big-bore rifle ammunition.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, enough to confirm zero and still hunt the season.
• Shipping weight per box runs 1.7 pounds, useful for hunters ordering multiple boxes.
• The retail box measures about 6.45 inches, a compact package for shelf or safe storage.
• Remington’s High Performance Rifle series spans a wide range of calibers and bullet types, not just this one loading.

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifles is this .45-70 load built for? Lever-action and single-shot rifles chambered in .45-70 Government, the traditional home for the cartridge.

Is the SJHP bullet built to expand? Yes, the exposed lead nose and cavity are engineered to initiate reliable expansion on impact.

How fast does this load shoot? Remington lists muzzle velocity at 1,900 fps for the 300-grain bullet.

Buy Remington High Performance Rifle .45-70 Government 300gr SJHP

The .45-70 has been a woods gun favorite for well over a century, and this SJHP loading keeps that tradition running at true rifle velocity. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.