45 "lc" bullets in 45 acp. Anybody else?

Tacoma · January 10, 2010, 12:53 PM

Some time ago I was searching for a good "do all" round for my collection of 45 acp handguns. Since I was shooting revolvers with moon clips as well as 1911's I needed something that would not catch on the cyl edges like a SWC might. Also since I was punching my fair share of paper, I wanted something that made a clearer hole in the target than a LRN. Eventually, I experimented with 200gr RNFP bullets marketed to cowboy action shooters. 2K rounds latter, I have to say (for me) it was an experiment worth while. These rounds seem to do it all. They load flawlessly in all my guns, produce a pronounced hole in the target, and shoot flat and accurately. Am I missing something here? IS there something unique to this style bullet that makes it less desirable for the ACP? Anybody else try them ? Just curious.

RWNielsen · January 10, 2010, 02:41 PM

I just got a box (500) from Dillon that are marked 45LC. They're 200g RN-FP and .452 diameter. I ordered them for 45ACP, or so I thought. I'm glad you asked that question. I'll be reading the replies.

Jim Watson · January 10, 2010, 02:48 PM

They usually work fine, just look a little funny. The first time I saw them loaded for an auto, they surprised me by feeding smoothly.

snuffy · January 10, 2010, 05:45 PM

Ya mean like this;?

I use this a LOT in my 45 auto, it is my go-to bullet for 45 acp. Makes clean holes, feeds flawlessly and is very accurate.

chrisg · January 10, 2010, 06:58 PM

Eventually, I experimented with 200gr RNFP bullets marketed to cowboy action shooters. 2000K rounds latter, I have to say (for me) it was an experiment worth while.

Surely you did not mean 2000K...that is 2 million rounds!!!

Kyo · January 10, 2010, 07:09 PM

as long as the diameter is the same for the regular 45 ACP bullets you should be fine. I use 200g in my reloads along with 185. im actually almost out of 185

maggys drawers · January 10, 2010, 07:13 PM

My 1911 loves 'em, especially over Titegroup. Most accurate bullet I have found for it so far.

DiscoRacing · January 10, 2010, 07:15 PM

i use 230 grain bullets in .45acp...and 255 grain in .45LC

Tacoma · January 10, 2010, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Surely you did not mean 2000K...that is 2 million rounds!!!

Doh!!

Sugars must have been low that would be 2K or 2000 not both ;-)

I'm glad to know I'm not alone. I KNOW there are no problems but am just curious why bullet manufacturers would specify this bullet for LC and not ACP. I think they do themselves and their customers a dis-service.

January 10, 2010, 12:53 PM	#1
Tacoma Senior Member Join Date: October 27, 2004 Location: SE New England Posts: 620	45 "lc" bullets in 45 acp. Anybody else? Some time ago I was searching for a good "do all" round for my collection of 45 acp handguns. Since I was shooting revolvers with moon clips as well as 1911's I needed something that would not catch on the cyl edges like a SWC might. Also since I was punching my fair share of paper, I wanted something that made a clearer hole in the target than a LRN. Eventually, I experimented with 200gr RNFP bullets marketed to cowboy action shooters. 2K rounds latter, I have to say (for me) it was an experiment worth while. These rounds seem to do it all. They load flawlessly in all my guns, produce a pronounced hole in the target, and shoot flat and accurately. Am I missing something here? IS there something unique to this style bullet that makes it less desirable for the ACP? Anybody else try them ? Just curious. Last edited by Tacoma; January 10, 2010 at 11:14 PM.

January 10, 2010, 05:45 PM	#4
snuffy Senior Member Join Date: May 20, 2001 Location: Oshkosh wi. Posts: 3,055	Ya mean like this;? I use this a LOT in my 45 auto, it is my go-to bullet for 45 acp. Makes clean holes, feeds flawlessly and is very accurate. __________________ The more people I meet, the more I love my dog They're going to get their butts kicked over there this election. How come people can't spell and use words correctly?

January 10, 2010, 07:09 PM	#6
Kyo Senior Member Join Date: April 14, 2009 Posts: 897	as long as the diameter is the same for the regular 45 ACP bullets you should be fine. I use 200g in my reloads along with 185. im actually almost out of 185 __________________ 1. The gun is *always* loaded. 2. Never let the muzzle cover anything you are not willing to destroy. 3. Keep your finger off the trigger unless you are ready to shoot. 4. Be be sure of your target and what is beyond it.

January 10, 2010, 02:41 PM	#2
RWNielsen Senior Member Join Date: March 23, 2009 Posts: 116	I just got a box (500) from Dillon that are marked 45LC. They're 200g RN-FP and .452 diameter. I ordered them for 45ACP, or so I thought. I'm glad you asked that question. I'll be reading the replies.

January 10, 2010, 02:48 PM	#3
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 18,543	They usually work fine, just look a little funny. The first time I saw them loaded for an auto, they surprised me by feeding smoothly.

January 10, 2010, 06:58 PM	#5
chrisg Junior Member Join Date: January 14, 2007 Posts: 8	Eventually, I experimented with 200gr RNFP bullets marketed to cowboy action shooters. 2000K rounds latter, I have to say (for me) it was an experiment worth while. Surely you did not mean 2000K...that is 2 million rounds!!!

January 10, 2010, 07:13 PM	#7
maggys drawers Senior Member Join Date: March 4, 2006 Posts: 178	My 1911 loves 'em, especially over Titegroup. Most accurate bullet I have found for it so far.

January 10, 2010, 07:15 PM	#8
DiscoRacing Senior Member Join Date: December 19, 2008 Location: milton, wv Posts: 3,640	i use 230 grain bullets in .45acp...and 255 grain in .45LC