Description
The Buffalo Bore 45 Auto Rim 225gr WC is a +P Anti-Personnel load from Buffalo Bore for revolvers chambered in 45 Auto Rim and 45 ACP. It fires a 225 grain hard cast, full-profile wadcutter at about 1,125 fps, using flash-suppressed powder. Each box holds 20 rounds.
How the Buffalo Bore 45 Auto Rim 225gr WC Performs
A hard cast wadcutter is a simple but very effective design. The flat, full-diameter nose cuts a wide wound channel instead of pushing tissue aside, and the hard alloy resists deformation, so the bullet drives straight and deep. Buffalo Bore states that this bullet penetrates around 30 inches in flesh and bone and does not fragment or mushroom.
Because it is a 45 Auto Rim +P load, pressure is higher than standard ammunition. Buffalo Bore describes it as the power and pressure equivalent of 45 ACP +P+, often called 45 Super, and says it is safe in all modern 45 ACP revolvers, including post-war Model 1917 revolvers in normal operating condition.
The bullet is properly lubricated hard cast alloy, and Buffalo Bore says it will not substantially lead-foul the barrel even after long sessions. Flash suppressed powder helps preserve your night vision when firing in low light.
What to Know Before Using the Buffalo Bore 45 Auto Rim 225gr WC
Buffalo Bore notes that operating pressure is high enough to cause somewhat sticky extraction in titanium, scandium and aluminum cylinders. All-steel cylinders do not show this, and a standard pressure version of the load is available for lightweight revolvers.
As a revolver defense load, it offers deep penetration, which is valuable for woods carry and protection against large animals. In crowded settings, that same penetration raises the risk of over-penetration, so consider your environment and backstop.
Recoil is stout, especially in lightweight revolvers. Practice with standard-pressure ammunition and confirm point of impact and function with a few rounds of this load before carrying it.
Buffalo Bore 45 Auto Rim 225gr WC Specifications
- Brand: Buffalo Bore
- Line: Anti-Personnel / Personal Defense
- Item Number: 32C/20
- Caliber: 45 Auto Rim +P
- Bullet: 225 grain hard cast full-profile wadcutter
- Velocity: approx. 1,125 fps (manufacturer rating)
- Powder: flash suppressed
- Compatibility: modern 45 ACP revolvers per Buffalo Bore
- Rounds per Box: 20
- UPC: 651815032030
Who Should Choose the Buffalo Bore 45 Auto Rim 225gr WC
Owners of steel-framed 45 ACP revolvers who want a hard-hitting, deep-penetrating load for outdoor carry or defense are the ideal buyers for the Buffalo Bore 45 Auto Rim 225gr WC. It turns a classic revolver cartridge into a serious field round.
Keep the trade-offs in mind: premium +P ammunition costs more per round, recoil is significant, and lightweight revolvers may show sticky extraction. For those guns, Buffalo Bore standard pressure load is the better match.
Browse the MAG5 Firearms ammunition selection for more revolver loads, and visit Buffalo Bore for full load details.
Store ammunition in a cool, dry place and rotate carry rounds periodically. Inspect cases for any bullet movement after firing several rounds in a revolver, since heavy recoil can cause crimp jump in remaining cartridges.
Who it is for: 45 Auto Rim and 45 ACP revolver owners with steel cylinders who want a deep-penetrating +P hard cast load. Follow all federal, state and local laws when purchasing and transporting this ammunition.
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