The Federal Premium HST .45 ACP +P 230-grain Jacketed Hollow Point (Federal part no. P45HST1) is one of the most widely trusted duty and carry loads in law enforcement, built around Federal’s bonded HST bullet. Unlike a standard hollow point, HST’s core is bonded to its jacket, so it expands reliably through denim and other barriers without shedding fragments or losing significant weight. The +P pressure rating pushes velocity and energy above standard-pressure .45 ACP for shooters who want the most performance their pistol can safely handle. This is genuinely premium, protocol-tested defensive ammunition, not a budget carry option.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45 ACP +P, a higher-pressure loading of the .45 ACP cartridge for increased velocity and energy.
• The 230-grain bullet weight is the classic, most heavily tested weight for .45 ACP defensive ammunition.
• It’s a Federal HST bullet, a bonded jacketed hollow point that expands reliably through barriers without the core separating from the jacket.
• Bonded construction means it retains nearly all of its original weight after expansion, unlike a traditional non-bonded hollow point.
• This is Federal’s Premium line, widely carried by law enforcement agencies for duty use.
• It’s sold in a 50-round box, with a 1,000-round case option for high-volume buyers.
• Real cost per round works out to about $0.77 based on the 50-round box price, competitive for a premium bonded defensive load.
• The +P pressure rating means it’s loaded hotter than standard .45 ACP — confirm your pistol is rated for +P ammunition before use.
• HST is one of the most widely adopted duty rounds among U.S. law enforcement agencies, a strong real-world track record for reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this bullet expand? Yes — HST is a bonded jacketed hollow point built to expand reliably through denim and other barriers while retaining nearly all of its weight.

Is this +P ammunition safe in my pistol? Only if your pistol is rated for +P .45 ACP — check your owner’s manual before shooting +P ammunition.

How many rounds come in a box? It’s sold in a 50-round box, with a 1,000-round case option available.

Buy the Federal Premium HST .45 ACP +P 230gr JHP

When duty-grade reliability matters, HST’s track record with law enforcement speaks for itself. Order it from our Federal Ammunition lineup at our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door, or browse the full handgun ammunition selection for more premium defensive loads.