The Winchester USA 45 ACP 185gr Full Metal Jacket Flat Nose ammunition delivers consistent performance for target shooting and training applications. This commercial-grade ammunition features Winchester's proven brass cases and reliable primers for dependable function in semi-automatic pistols. The flat nose profile provides clean target holes for precise scoring.
What Makes This Different
Winchester's USA line ammunition utilizes full metal jacket bullets with a distinctive flat nose design that cuts cleaner holes in paper targets compared to traditional round nose bullets. The 185-grain bullet weight offers reduced felt recoil while maintaining sufficient momentum for reliable cycling in most 45 ACP firearms. This load operates at standard pressure levels, making it suitable for both modern and vintage 1911-style pistols.
Key Features
- 185-grain full metal jacket flat nose bullets for clean target holes
- Standard pressure loading compatible with all 45 ACP firearms
- Reloadable brass cases with boxer primers
- Reduced recoil compared to heavier 230-grain loads
- Consistent powder charges for uniform velocity
- 50 rounds per box for extended range sessions
- Non-corrosive primers and propellants
This ammunition performs reliably across temperature ranges typically encountered at indoor and outdoor shooting facilities. The 185-grain bullet weight cycles consistently in full-size 1911 pistols, compact carry guns, and competition firearms chambered in 45 ACP. The flat nose design aids in feeding reliability while providing superior target visibility for competitive shooters tracking shot placement.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 45 ACP
- Bullet Weight: 185 grains
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket Flat Nose
- Muzzle Velocity: Approximately 1000 fps
- Case Material: Reloadable brass
- Primer: Non-corrosive boxer
- Quantity: 50 rounds per box
- Manufacturer: Winchester Ammunition
Winchester's quality control standards ensure consistent performance from the first round to the last. The balanced combination of manageable recoil and reliable function makes this ammunition an efficient choice for regular practice sessions and marksmanship training.