Bulk .45 ACP Ammo
45 ACP Ammunition
John Browning developed the 45 automatic colt pistol, or 45 ACP cartridge in 1904 for use in what would become his iconic 1911 pistol. The design has its roots dating back to the 1890's. At that point in time, the United States Calvary was testing various handgun calibers and determined that there was no caliber on the market large enough to take down the most determined of threats. Eventually, they would give up their 38 special firearms and ammunition in favor of handguns chambered in 45 ACP.
Today, you'll find a variety of 45 ACP ammo in-stock here at bulk ammo with great choices for both training and self-defense ready to ship fast.
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
Regular Price: $214
On Sale: $189
77 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Magtech - 230gr FMJ
Regular Price: $409
On Sale: $389
45 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester Super Suppressed - 230gr FMJ Encapsulated
Regular Price: $229
On Sale: $199
27 Ready to Ship
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750 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 230gr FMJ
76 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Speer - 230gr TMJ
Regular Price: $429
On Sale: $399
41 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 230gr FMJ
Regular Price: $429
On Sale: $405
84 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by MAXX Tech - 230gr FMJ
$204
29 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 230gr FMJ
$414
76 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester Super Clean - 160gr Lead-Free FMJ
Regular Price: $255
On Sale: $209
78 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Speer - 230gr TMJ
$419
36 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal American Eagle - 230gr FMJ
Regular Price: $474
On Sale: $429
63 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$218
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Armscor USA - 230gr FMJ
$440
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Blazer - 230gr FMJ
$450
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$23.50
63 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by MAXX Tech - 230gr FMJ
$23.50
76 Ready to Ship
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal American Eagle - 230gr FMJ
$244 As low as: $215
75 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 230gr JHP
$489
22 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 230gr FMJ
$124
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester - 230gr FMJ
$249
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500 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Fiocchi - 230gr FMJ
$249
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Speer - 230gr TMJ
$25.25
59 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Magtech - 230gr FMJ
$25.50
127 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Aguila - 230gr FMJ
$25.50
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 230gr FMJ
$26.50
106 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 230gr JHP
$26.50
61 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Remington - 185gr MC
$26.75
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Winchester Super Suppressed - 230gr FMJ Encapsulated
$26.75
71 Ready to Ship
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Speer - 230gr TMJ
$27.50
39 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by Federal Classic - 230gr JHP Hi-Shok
Regular Price: $634
On Sale: $550
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50 Rounds of .45 ACP + P Ammo by Speer Lawman - 200gr TMJ
$27.50
41 Ready to Ship
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1000 Rounds of .45 ACP Ammo by PMC - 185gr JHP
$574
5 Ready to Ship
.45 ACP Bullet Options
Full metal jacket or FMJ bullets are most commonly used with firearms chambered in .45 ACP for range use. The relatively inexpensive projectile is also commonly referred to as "ball ammunition" because the projectile remains basically a ball upon impact with a target. There is little expansion available. You'll commonly find brass-cased 45 ACP ammo as well as the generally cheaper steel-cased 45 auto rounds.
Other shooters in search of an effective round for self-defense will likely want .45 ACP ammo loaded with a jacketed hollow point (JHP) bullet. These rounds are specifically engineered to inflict the maximum amount of damage with a target. These rounds expand when they make contact with a target, allowing for optimum penetration and lethality. If you're unfamiliar with what we mean by bullet expansion, the image to the right demonstrates how a projectile can expand upon impact with a target.
Of course, there are a number of other bullet types frequently available. These include frangible rounds that essentially turn to dust upon impact with a hard surface, total metal jacket (TMJ) and full metal case (FMJ) that bring similar performance to FMj rounds, and specialty rounds like Hornady's Zombie Z-Max ammo.
In terms of weight, the most common projectile you're likely to fire from a .45 ACP firearm is a 230 grain bullet. Many shooters prefer faster moving but lighter 185 grain projectiles. Of course, the choice is your as to what bullet weight is the most effective for you to use based on your individual skill level and needs.
Common Manufacturers
.45 ammo is still widely used by law enforcement, special forces, and other agencies around the world and is manufactured by a number of a trusted companies because of it. Federal, Fiocchi, Wolf, Remington, Blazer Brass, PMC, Magtech, and Sellier & Bellot are all commonly in-stock here at BulkAmmo.com when you browse the .45 ACP selection.