Bulk .45 ACP Ammo
45 ACP Ammunition
John Browning developed the 45 automatic colt pistol, or 45 ACP cartridge in 1904 for use in what would become his iconic 1911 pistol. The design has its roots dating back to the 1890's. At that point in time, the United States Calvary was testing various handgun calibers and determined that there was no caliber on the market large enough to take down the most determined of threats. Eventually, they would give up their 38 special firearms and ammunition in favor of handguns chambered in 45 ACP.
Today, you'll find a variety of 45 ACP ammo in-stock here at bulk ammo with great choices for both training and self-defense ready to ship fast.
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Armscor USA - 230gr FMJ
$465.0038 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 230gr FMJ
Regular Price: $509.00
On Sale: $470.00
76 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 230gr FMJ
$484.0075 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Speer - 230gr TMJ
$489.0039 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal American Eagle - 230gr FMJ
$499.0075 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Blazer Brass - 230gr FMJ
$499.0032 Ready to Ship
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750 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 230gr FMJ
$379.0060 Ready to Ship
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600 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr MC
Regular Price: $349.00
On Sale: $305.00
36 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Speer - 230gr TMJ
$510.006 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 230gr JHP
$529.0047 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$274.0010 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$279.0052 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$279.00 As low as: $269.0075 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr MC
$559.006 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr MC
$280.001 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 230gr FMJ
$30.00105 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 230gr FMJ
$30.50134 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Blazer Brass - 230gr FMJ
$30.50157 Ready to Ship
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100 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$62.0068 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$124.0079 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr MC
$159.0010 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr MC
$32.004 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal Classic - 230gr JHP Hi-Shok
$649.0027 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal American Eagle - 230gr FMJ
$32.5074 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$34.503 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal Train + Protect - 230gr JHP
$349.0037 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 185gr JHP
$36.5025 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal - 230gr TMJ
$36.50156 Ready to Ship
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100 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr JHP
$79.00 As low as: $75.00144 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal Classic - 230gr JHP Hi-Shok
$39.50120 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal Hydra-Shok - 230gr JHP
$805.0017 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady American Gunner - 185gr XTP JHP
$179.0075 Ready to Ship
.45 ACP Bullet Options
Full metal jacket or FMJ bullets are most commonly used with firearms chambered in .45 ACP for range use. The relatively inexpensive projectile is also commonly referred to as "ball ammunition" because the projectile remains basically a ball upon impact with a target. There is little expansion available. You'll commonly find brass-cased 45 ACP ammo as well as the generally cheaper steel-cased 45 auto rounds.
Other shooters in search of an effective round for self-defense will likely want .45 ACP ammo loaded with a jacketed hollow point (JHP) bullet. These rounds are specifically engineered to inflict the maximum amount of damage with a target. These rounds expand when they make contact with a target, allowing for optimum penetration and lethality. If you're unfamiliar with what we mean by bullet expansion, the image to the right demonstrates how a projectile can expand upon impact with a target.
Of course, there are a number of other bullet types frequently available. These include frangible rounds that essentially turn to dust upon impact with a hard surface, total metal jacket (TMJ) and full metal case (FMJ) that bring similar performance to FMj rounds, and specialty rounds like Hornady's Zombie Z-Max ammo.
In terms of weight, the most common projectile you're likely to fire from a .45 ACP firearm is a 230 grain bullet. Many shooters prefer faster moving but lighter 185 grain projectiles. Of course, the choice is your as to what bullet weight is the most effective for you to use based on your individual skill level and needs.
Common Manufacturers
.45 ammo is still widely used by law enforcement, special forces, and other agencies around the world and is manufactured by a number of a trusted companies because of it. Federal, Fiocchi, Wolf, Remington, Blazer Brass, PMC, Magtech, and Sellier & Bellot are all commonly in-stock here at BulkAmmo.com when you browse the .45 ACP selection.