DoubleTap 45 ACP 230gr JHP – Proven .45 ACP Defense Ammo, 755 fps, 20 Rounds

Description

The DoubleTap 45 ACP 230gr JHP load is built for shooters who want more from their .45 ACP than typical factory ammunition delivers. DoubleTap loads a 230 grain jacketed hollow point to a rated 755 feet per second, producing about 291 foot-pounds of energy from a 5 in barrel. This Colt Defense load is tuned to run reliably in full-size 1911 pistols and other .45 ACP handguns, with standard pressure that keeps recoil manageable during fast follow-up shots.

Why Choose the DoubleTap 45 ACP 230gr JHP

• 230 grain jacketed hollow point
• Rated 755 fps, 291 ft-lbs (5 in barrel)
• Loaded to full-power velocities
• Brass cases, made in the USA
• 20 rounds per box, item 45A230CT

Built for Personal Protection

• Standard-pressure .45 ACP load that cycles reliably in 1911 and polymer pistols
• Soft shooting for quick, controlled follow-up shots
• Jacketed hollow point built for controlled expansion
• Suitable for home defense, concealed carry and duty training

Buying ammunition by the box from the same production lot keeps velocity and point of impact consistent from one range trip to the next. Keep a record of the load you carry, check your ammunition for dents or loose bullets from time to time, and rotate your carry rounds so the ones in your firearm stay fresh. These simple habits help you get the full performance DoubleTap builds into every cartridge.

Before you trust any new load, fire enough rounds through your firearm to confirm it feeds, fires and ejects reliably and that the point of impact matches your sights. Full-power loads produce more recoil and muzzle blast than typical range ammo, so practice with the DoubleTap 45 ACP 230gr JHP until you are comfortable with it, and store the rest in a cool, dry place in the original box.

Specifications

• Brand: DoubleTap Ammunition
• Product Line: Colt Defense
• Caliber: .45 ACP
• Bullet Weight: 230 grains
• Bullet Type: jacketed hollow point
• Muzzle Velocity: 755 fps (5 in barrel)
• Muzzle Energy: 291 ft-lbs
• Case: Brass
• Quantity: 20 rounds
• Item Number: 45A230CT
• UPC: 013964493115

Why Choose DoubleTap 45 ACP Ammo

Many shooters look for 45 acp self defense ammo that feels familiar in the hand and behaves like the practice loads they already shoot. This Colt Defense load does exactly that: a heavy bullet at a moderate, standard-pressure velocity that is easy on the gun and on the shooter.

The 45 acp 230 grain hollow point has been a favorite defensive choice for decades because the heavy bullet carries momentum and the wide caliber starts large before it expands. DoubleTap loads this bullet to about 755 fps from a 5 inch barrel, producing roughly 291 ft-lbs of energy with the controllable recoil that 1911 owners appreciate.

If you already trust doubletap 45 acp ammo in other weights, this load gives you a softer-shooting option for everyday carry, home defense, and training days where you want to shoot the same round you carry.

DoubleTap Ammunition is an American company known for loading popular calibers to their full potential, especially the 10mm Auto and other magnum handgun rounds. Doubletap 45 acp ammo is loaded with quality components and brass cases, and many shooters choose it when they want the performance a caliber was designed for rather than a reduced-power range load.

This ammunition is a good fit for owners of full-size and commander-length 1911 pistols, Glock 21 and 30 series handguns, SIG P220 pistols and other .45 ACP firearms who want a dependable, standard-pressure defensive round. Always confirm your firearm is chambered for .45 ACP, wear eye and ear protection, and follow all federal, state and local laws.

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