Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Sig Sauer 45 ACP ammo in the Elite Performance line delivers 230-grain full metal jacket projectiles at 830 feet per second — a velocity and energy profile engineered to mirror the company’s V-Crown defensive loads. For shooters who train with volume and carry with premium hollow-points, this match in ballistics means your sights, grip pressure, and follow-through stay consistent from the range to the street. The 45 ACP cartridge has held a place in American marksmanship and self-defense since 1905, and Sig’s FMJ iteration preserves that legacy with modern propellants, reliable primers, and reloadable brass cases.
Performance at a Glance
Each cartridge seats a 230-grain copper-jacketed bullet in new brass. Boxer primers ignite a clean-burning powder charge that delivers 352 foot-pounds of muzzle energy — adequate for 25-yard target drills and close-range steel work. The full metal jacket construction prevents core fragmentation on hardened backstops, extending projectile life and reducing lead dust in indoor bays. Sig sources all components domestically and assembles rounds in the United States, applying the same quality-control protocols used for their duty-grade ammunition.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 45 ACP |
| Bullet weight | 230 Grains |
| Bullet type | Full Metal Jacket |
| Muzzle velocity | 830 Feet Per Second |
| Muzzle energy | 352 Foot Pounds |
| Rounds/box | 50 Round |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Range & Target |
| Manufacturer | Sig Sauer |
This load suits 1911 platforms, double-stack polymer frames like the Glock 21 and Springfield XD, and compact 45s including the Sig P220. Reloadable brass cases accept standard large pistol primers and a range of powders from Alliant Power Pistol to Hodgdon Titegroup. For more training-focused ammunition across calibers, browse our 45 ACP ammo selection.
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.
- Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times.
- Verify current ammunition shipping restrictions in your state, county, and municipality before placing an order.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling and follow all Proposition 65 guidelines.
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