Hrndy Cwby 45lc Lfn 255gr 20/200

Hornady Cowboy 45 Long Colt ammunition delivers the controlled ballistics and consistent performance that action shooters and cowboy action competitors demand. Each round features a 255-grain lead flat-nose projectile engineered to expand predictably at target impact, making this load a trusted choice for both precision shooting and recreational plinking with revolvers chambered in 45 LC.

The 45 Long Colt cartridge has seen a resurgence among serious competitors and handloaders seeking economical, shootable ammunition. Hornady's Cowboy line uses swaged bullets—a manufacturing process that creates superior uniformity and ensures consistent ignition and velocity from shot to shot. Diamond knurling on the bullet applies lubricant evenly across the entire bearing surface, reducing fouling and throat erosion. The clean-burning propellant formulation minimizes carbon buildup, which is critical when running high-volume practice sessions or matches without frequent cleaning breaks.

This ammunition is purpose-built for the action-shooting community—competitors in Cowboy Action Shooting (CAS), Single Action Shooting Society (SASS), and similar disciplines where the 45 Long Colt is a primary cartridge. The 255-grain projectile weight is optimized for manageable recoil and flat trajectory at typical competition distances. Handloaders also favor Hornady's Cowboy cases and components for reloading, making this factory ammunition an economical reference load for developing accurate handloads.