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Description

The Hornady Custom Cowboy .45 Long Colt 255gr Lead (Hornady part no. 9115) is a .45 Long Colt load stepping up a 255-grain lead bullet for cowboy action shooting and classic revolver work. Hornady keeps this loading true to the classic profile that period-correct shooters want. The lead bullet keeps the profile and recoil period-correct for cowboy action stages and lever guns alike. In handgun ammunition, this is the load for the shooter who wants the classic experience done right.

Key Specifications

  • The chambering is .45 Long Colt, a classic chambering with a long history in lever guns and single-action revolvers.
  • The bullet weighs 255 grains, period-correct weight and recoil for cowboy action stages.
  • The bullet design is Lead, a period-correct bullet construction for traditional loads.
  • The case material is Brass, the reloader-friendly standard, easy to inspect and resize.
  • Each box holds 20 rounds, enough to zero, practice, and still have rounds in reserve.
  • At about $1.23 per round in this box quantity, it is easy to plan a case purchase around.
  • The box ships at roughly 1.2 lb, light enough to make case-quantity orders easy to plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hornady Custom Cowboy .45 Long Colt 255gr Lead best suited for? With .45 Long Colt chambering and a 255-grain Lead, it is built for cowboy action shooting and classic revolver work.

Is this load correct for cowboy action shooting? Yes, it is loaded to the traditional bullet profile and pressure cowboy action rules expect.

Is the brass reloadable? Yes, this load uses brass, which is standard reloadable brass for handloaders who want to recover components.

Buy the Hornady Custom Cowboy .45 Long Colt 255gr Lead

Whether it is a sanctioned match or a Saturday at the range, this load keeps the classic experience authentic. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.

Additional Information

Bullet Weight (Grains)

255

Caliber/Gauge

.45 Long Colt

Case Material

Brass

Cost per Round

1.42

Grains

255 gr

Length

3.1500

Manufacturer

Hornady

Manufacturer Part Number

9115

Model

Custom

Product Type

Lead

Shipping Weight

1.2

Units per Box

20

UPC

090255391152