Description
The Federal 45 ACP 230gr Punch JHP load is built for shooters who want more from their .45 ACP than typical factory ammunition delivers. Federal loads a 230 grain Punch jacketed hollow point to a rated 890 feet per second, producing about 405 foot-pounds of energy. Federal Punch was designed from the ground up for personal defense. It pairs a nickel-plated case with a jacketed hollow point engineered to penetrate deeply and expand reliably through heavy clothing, delivering the performance defenders need at a price that makes regular practice with carry ammo practical.
Why Choose the Federal 45 ACP 230gr Punch JHP
- 230 grain Punch jacketed hollow point bullet
- Rated 890 fps and 405 ft-lbs
- Brass cases with reliable primers
- Nickel-plated cases for smooth feeding
- 20 rounds per box, item PD45P1
Built for Personal Protection
- Reliable feeding in modern pistols
- Consistent expansion and penetration
- Quality brass cases and reliable primers
- Suited to concealed carry and home defense
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 Federal 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 Federal 45 ACP 230gr Punch JHP until you are comfortable with it, and store the rest in a cool, dry place in the original box.
The .45 ACP was designed by John Browning for the Colt 1911 and adopted by the US military in 1911, and it has been trusted for more than a century. Its large, slow bullets produce a push rather than a snap in recoil, which is one reason the cartridge remains a favorite for bullseye competition, where precise shot placement matters more than raw velocity.
Specifications
- Brand: Federal Premium
- Product Line: Personal Defense Punch
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Bullet Weight: 230 grains
- Bullet Type: Punch jacketed hollow point
- Muzzle Velocity: 890 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 405 ft-lbs
- Case: Brass
- Quantity: 20 rounds
- Item Number: PD45P1
- UPC: 604544659030
Why Choose Federal 45 ACP Ammo
Choosing 45 acp defense ammo comes down to reliable feeding, dependable ignition and consistent bullet performance. This Personal Defense Punch load from Federal is built with those priorities in mind, using quality components that function smoothly in modern firearms.
The 45 acp 230 grain punch bullet leaves the muzzle at about 890 fps with roughly 405 ft-lbs of energy. Nickel-plated brass resists corrosion and provides smooth, reliable feeding and extraction from carry pistols.
Whether you are sighting in, practicing or heading to the field, choosing a proven load like the Federal 45 ACP 230gr Punch JHP removes one more variable, so you can focus on your fundamentals and shoot with confidence every time you pull the trigger.
Federal Premium has made ammunition in Anoka, Minnesota since 1922 and is one of the largest ammunition makers in the country. Its Personal Defense Punch line is built with the same quality controls as its premium hunting and law enforcement loads, and federal 45 acp ammo is trusted by shooters, hunters and agencies across the United States.
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