Description
Hornady Custom Cowboy .45 Colt 255 Grain Flat Point (FP / LFP) Ammo
Authentic American-made .45 Colt cowboy action ammunition engineered for smooth shooting, high accuracy, and low recoil. Hornady Custom Cowboy 255gr Lead Flat Point combines reloadable brass cases, non-corrosive Boxer priming, and cold-swaged lead bullets designed for single-action shooting and lever-action competition.
Product Overview
Hornady Custom Cowboy .45 Colt (Long Colt) 255 grain ammo is crafted in Grand Island, Nebraska, specifically for Cowboy Action Shooting (SASS) competitors, target shooters, and firearm enthusiasts seeking traditional performance. Built to strictly comply with SASS rule requirements, this load delivers mild recoil, consistent velocities, and excellent point-of-aim accuracy in original and replica western revolvers as well as lever-action rifles.
Featuring a 255-grain cold-swaged Lead Flat Point (LFP) bullet, this cartridge incorporates Hornady’s proprietary knurled lube grooves and specialized bullet coating to significantly reduce barrel leading and smoke. Traveling at a comfortable 725 fps, it produces just 298 ft-lbs of muzzle energy for fast target re-acquisition and minimal muzzle rise. Loaded into high-grade reloadable brass cases with non-corrosive Boxer primers, it offers flawless feeding and clean extraction in modern and vintage .45 Colt actions.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Manufacturer | Hornady – Custom Cowboy |
| Manufacturer Part # | 9115 |
| Caliber | .45 Colt (.45 Long Colt / .45 LC) |
| Bullet Weight | 255 Grain |
| Bullet Type | Lead Flat Point (LFP / Cowboy) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 725 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 298 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.170 |
| Casing Material | Brass |
| Primer Type | Boxer, Non-Corrosive |
| Primary Use | Cowboy Action Competition, Target Practice, Plinking |
| Rounds per Box | 20 |
Ballistic Performance Data
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 725 | 298 |
| 50 Yards | 687 | 267 |
| 100 Yards | 651 | 240 |
Velocity and energy measured using a 4.75″ test revolver barrel. Performance from lever-action carbines or longer barrels will yield higher velocity.
Key Benefits
- Optimized for Cowboy Action: Engineered specifically to meet single-action competition standards with ultra-smooth feeding and light recoil.
- Cold-Swaged Lead Bullets: Precision swaging process ensures consistent weight, density, and dimensional accuracy for tight target groupings.
- Reduced Lead Fouling: Knurled lubrication grooves combined with proprietary bullet lubrication minimize leading in firearm barrels.
- High-Quality Brass Casings: Clean-burning powders and Boxer-primed brass cases offer long reloading life for cowboy shooters.
Compatibility & Usage Notes
This ammunition is intended for firearms chambered in .45 Colt / .45 Long Colt that are in good working condition. The flat-point profile makes it safe to load into tubular magazines commonly used in lever-action rifles. Always verify the barrel rollmark before loading. Store ammunition in a cool, dry place away from children and unauthorized users.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Hornady Cowboy .45 Colt bullets safe for lever-action tube magazines?
Yes. The Lead Flat Point (LFP) design prevents primer ignition inside tubular magazines during recoil, making it safe for lever-action carbines and rifles.
Is Hornady .45 Colt Cowboy brass reloadable?
Yes. Hornady uses high-quality brass casings and standard non-corrosive Boxer primers. Inspect each case before reloading and follow published load data.
Is this round suitable for personal defense or hunting?
Hornady Cowboy action loads are optimized specifically for low recoil and competition shooting. While a 255-grain bullet carries momentum, dedicated self-defense or hunting ammunition with hollow points or soft points is recommended for those applications.
