Description
Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean ammunition is a lead free frangible training round made for 1911s and other 45 ACP pistols. The 155 grain RHT (Reduced Hazard Training) bullet is much lighter than a standard 230 grain ball round and is designed to break apart when it hits steel, reducing ricochet and backsplash during close range practice. Each box holds 50 rounds.
- Frangible Training for the 45 ACP
- Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean Specifications
- Tips for Shooting Frangible 45 ACP
Frangible Training for the 45 ACP
A frangible bullet is formed from compressed metal powder instead of a lead core inside a jacket. It stays intact through the barrel and in flight, then breaks into small particles on a hard target. That behavior makes it far safer around steel plates, poppers and reactive targets placed at close distances.
BallistiClean adds a copper plated, non toxic primer and an NT headstamp, so the load keeps lead out of the air and off the backstop. That is a major plus at indoor ranges and for shooters who practice several times a week.
Because the bullet weighs 155 grains, felt recoil is lighter than full weight 45 ACP loads. Many shooters find that helpful for long drills, while still getting the familiar feel of their 45 pistol.
Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean Specifications
These details follow the SportsSouth listing for Federal item BC45CT1, UPC 029465098193, along with the markings on the Federal box.
- Brand: Federal
- Product line: BallistiClean Reduced Hazard Training
- Manufacturer item number: BC45CT1
- Caliber: 45 Auto (45 ACP)
- Bullet: 155 grain RHT lead free frangible
- Primer: copper plated, non toxic (NT) headstamp
- Usage: training, steel targets, indoor ranges
- Rounds per box: 50
Tips for Shooting Frangible 45 ACP
Use Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean ammo only in firearms chambered for 45 Auto.
Light bullets can change point of impact compared with 230 grain loads. Check your sights at the distances you train.
Some 1911s are sprung for full power ammunition. Fire a few magazines to confirm reliable cycling with this lighter load.
Follow range rules for minimum distance to steel and always wear eye protection.
Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean ammo is a proven choice for 1911 and 45 ACP owners who practice on steel, ranges that require lead free or frangible ammunition, and shooters who want lighter recoil for high volume drills.
The 45 ACP has been a favorite of pistol shooters for more than a century, and the 1911 remains one of the most popular platforms for competition and personal defense. Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean rounds let 1911 owners run steel stages, movement drills and close range practice with less concern about splash back than solid bullets.
Steel targets reward fast, accurate shooting with instant feedback. With Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean ammo, you can set targets closer than you would with standard ball ammunition, as long as you stay within your range’s safety guidelines. That makes it easier to build speed on transitions and multiple target drills.
Frangible ammunition is intended for practice, not defense. Keep a quality hollow point load for carry and use these rounds to build the skills that matter.
Because the bullet breaks up on contact, it also reduces wear on steel plates compared with heavier jacketed bullets, helping your targets last longer.
Store your ammunition in a cool, dry place. Buying several boxes of Federal 45 Auto 155gr BallistiClean at once keeps you ready for steel matches, training classes and regular indoor range sessions throughout the year. Clean your pistol after each session to remove frangible residue.
Track how many rounds you fire each session so you can plan your next purchase and keep training on schedule.
Shoot a 40 S&W as well? See Federal 40 SW 125gr BallistiClean, or browse Federal’s handgun ammunition lineup.
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