Buffalo Bore Lever Gun .45-70 Govt 405gr SJFP Ammo, 20-Round Box

The Buffalo Bore Lever Gun .45-70 Government 405-grain Semi-Jacketed Flat Point (part no. 8B20) is a stout-pressure hunting load built by Buffalo Bore for modern, high-strength .45-70 actions. Unlike standard SAAMI-spec .45-70 ammo, this load generates significantly more pressure and velocity, so it’s built strictly for stronger platforms such as post-1972 Marlin 1895 rifles, Browning 1885/1886 reproductions, Ruger No. 1 and No. 3 falling-blocks, T/C Encore, and similar modern-steel actions, not older or weaker guns chambered in the same cartridge. The 405-grain semi-jacketed flat point is built for controlled expansion and deep, straight-line penetration on heavy game and dangerous predators. Hunters running a lever gun for black bear, hog, or big-woods deer get a level of knockdown power standard factory loads simply can’t match.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45-70 Government, loaded well above standard pressure for use only in modern, high-strength actions.
• Topped with a 405-grain semi-jacketed flat point bullet built for controlled expansion and deep penetration on heavy game.
• Rated safe only for stronger platforms such as the Marlin 1895 (1972-and-newer), Ruger No. 1/No. 3, and T/C Encore, and similar modern-steel falling-block and lever actions.
• Brass-cased for reliable extraction and reloading once the factory ammunition has been fired.
• Packaged 20 rounds to a box for range sessions and hunting trips alike.
• Sold by the case at 12 boxes per case, letting guides and serious hunters buy ahead of the season.
• Runs about $3.65 per round at full retail for a purpose-built, stronger-action hunting load.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shoot this in any .45-70 rifle? No, this load runs well above standard pressure and is rated only for modern, high-strength actions like the post-1972 Marlin 1895, Ruger No. 1/No. 3, and T/C Encore; check your firearm’s rating before firing it.

What is the 405-grain bullet designed to do? The semi-jacketed flat point is built to expand in a controlled fashion while punching straight through heavy muscle and bone.

How is this ammunition packaged? Each box holds 20 rounds, with 12 boxes to a case for hunters who want to stock up.

Buy the Buffalo Bore Lever Gun .45-70 Govt 405gr Ammo

A modern lever gun chambered in .45-70 was built to handle loads like this one, and this ammunition puts that extra strength to work. Add it to your rifle ammunition lineup before your next hunt. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.