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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50 Rounds of .45 ACP +P HST Ammo by Federal LE - 230gr JHP
$40.00121 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal - 230gr JHP HST LE
$40.00103 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Speer Gold Dot - +P 200gr JHP
$41.00121 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of 45 ACP +P Ammo by Speer LE - 230gr Gold Dot G2 JHP
$41.0093 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester WinClean - 230gr BEB - LE Trade-In
$45.50102 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Black Hills Ammunition - 200gr Semi-Wadcutter
$18.5077 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady American Gunner - 185gr XTP JHP
$199.0030 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Underwood - 230gr JHP
$20.00 As low as: $19.00148 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Sierra Outdoor Master - 185gr JHP
$21.50135 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal Gold Medal Match- 230gr FMJ
$54.5060 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester Silvertip - 185gr JHP
$219.005 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady - 185gr JHP
$22.5018 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Fiocchi - 230gr JHP
$29.50116 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr JHP
$595.0011 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady - 230gr JHP
$239.008 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Browning X-Point Defense - 230gr JHP
$24.75108 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 230gr JHP
$25.0094 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady - 200gr JHP
$25.5076 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Barnes VOR-TX - 185gr TAC-XP
$25.50156 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester USA Ready Defense - 200gr JHP
$26.50126 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady - 230gr JHP
$27.5055 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal Punch - 230gr JHP
$27.5037 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady Critical Defense - 185gr JHP
$284.0023 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady Subsonic - 230gr JHP
$28.50105 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP +P Ammo by Hornady Critcal Duty - 220gr JHP
$289.0025 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Hornady Critical Defense - 185gr JHP
$29.5049 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Barnes TAC-XPD - +P 185gr SCHP
$29.506 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington Golden Saber Bonded - 230gr BJHP
$29.5046 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP +P Ammo by Hornady Critical Duty - 220gr JHP
$29.753 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr JHP
$299.0010 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP +P Ammo by Speer Gold Dot G2 Carry Gun - 200gr JHP
$35.502 Ready to Ship
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20 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Black Hills - 135gr HoneyBadger
$36.0014 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.