Bringing Old‑West authenticity to modern ranges, HSM’s Cowboy Action .45 Colt load sends a 250‑grain hard‑cast round‑nose flat‑point (RNFP) bullet downrange at a mild 860 fps. The low‑recoil recipe meets SASS power‑factor rules, protects vintage firearms, and delivers reliable knock‑down energy on steel while keeping follow‑up shots fast and accurate.
 
Key Features
Low‑Pressure Cowboy Load: tuned to 860 fps for soft recoil, fast target transitions, and safe use in antique revolvers and lever guns.
Hard‑Cast RNFP Bullet: 250‑grain round‑nose flat‑point cuts clean holes in paper and smacks steel with authority while feeding smoothly in tubular magazines.
Reloadable Boxer‑Primed Brass: quality cases support multiple reload cycles and extract reliably.
Match‑Grade Consistency: tight velocity spreads and clean‑burning powder keep point of impact predictable for competition accuracy.
 
Specifications
Model Number: HSM‑45C‑1‑N
Caliber: .45 Colt (Long Colt)
Bullet Weight: 250 grains
Bullet Style: Hard‑cast Lead RNFP
Muzzle Velocity: 860 fps
Muzzle Energy: 411 ft‑lbs
Case Type: Brass, Boxer‑primed
Rounds per Box: 50
Intended Use: Cowboy Action competition, target practice, recreational plinking
 
Competitors
Hornady Cowboy .45 Colt 255 gr LRN – soft‑shooting, lead round‑nose load tailored for Cowboy Action rules.
Black Hills Cowboy .45 Colt 250 gr RNFP – hard‑cast RNFP offering match‑level consistency at similar velocities.
 
Applications
Cowboy Action Shooting: meets power‑factor standards, offers light recoil, and preserves older firearms.
Target & Steel Matches: flat‑point bullet delivers positive hits and crisp scoring rings on paper and steel.
Revolver & Lever‑Gun Practice: authentic ballistics let shooters train with gear that “won the West” while keeping costs manageable through reloadable brass.
 
HSM Cowboy Action .45 Colt 250 gr RNFP marries nostalgic shooting with modern precision—providing smooth recoil, dependable function, and classic Western fun every time you hit the range.
 
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