Last reviewed: 2026-04-17 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Chambered in 45 Colt (Long Colt), the Buffalo Bore Anti-Personnel 225-grain wadcutter load is purpose-built for defensive revolver work where deep, straight-line penetration matters. A wadcutter is a flat-nosed bullet profile that crushes tissue rather than sliding through it — at 1050 fps and 551 ft-lbs from a 5.5-inch barrel, this hardcast projectile maintains its full diameter through bone and muscle, delivering approximately 24 inches of penetration without deformation. Standard pressure construction makes it safe for every 45 Colt and 454 Casull revolver in circulation, from short-barrel carry guns to hunting-length Rugers.
Performance Profile
Buffalo Bore tests every lot in over-the-counter revolvers, not laboratory test barrels — velocity readings reflect what you’ll actually see at the muzzle. The 225-grain hardcast wadcutter achieves 1057 fps from a Ruger Vaquero (5.5-inch barrel), 1062 fps from a Freedom Arms Model 97 (5.25-inch), 951 fps from a Smith & Wesson Mountain Gun (4-inch), and 850 fps from a Taurus titanium snubby (2-inch). The flat nose profile does not mushroom on impact; it crushes a full-diameter wound channel and tracks straight through barriers. Hardcast construction prevents lead fouling even during extended range sessions.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 45 Colt (Long Colt) |
| Bullet weight | 225 grains |
| Bullet type | Wadcutter (hardcast) |
| Muzzle velocity | 1050 fps (5.5-inch barrel) |
| Muzzle energy | 551 ft-lbs |
| Rounds/box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Self Defense |
| Manufacturer | Buffalo Bore |
This load sits within SAAMI standard pressure limits for the 45 Colt cartridge, making it suitable for all single-action and double-action revolvers chambered in 45 Colt or 454 Casull. The wadcutter profile and hardcast construction deliver consistent terminal performance across barrel lengths. For shooters running 45 Long Colt ammo in defensive or woods carry roles, this load offers deep penetration without the overpressure risks of +P loads.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
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- This ammunition contains lead — wash hands after handling and follow California Proposition 65 warnings regarding reproductive harm.
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