The Remington High Terminal Performance .45 Colt 230-grain Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) 20-round box is a specialized centerfire handgun cartridge engineered specifically for defensive use and personal protection in modern revolvers and lever-action rifles. The primary failure mode when relying on traditional .45 Long Colt ammunition for self-defense is inadequate terminal expansion. Older, conventional loads typically deploy soft lead or solid cowboy-profile bullets that fail to deform on impact, causing the projectile to slice straight through a target with dangerous over-penetration and highly inefficient vital energy transfer. Remington eliminates this tactical bottleneck by engineering a high-performance jacketed hollow-point projectile that initiates controlled hydraulic expansion immediately upon impact.
The technical advantage focuses on balancing jacket thickness and cavity geometry with moderate velocity thresholds to maximize downrange energy deposition. Traveling at a calibrated muzzle velocity of 850 FPS, the engineered hollow-point cavity uses incoming fluid resistance to generate immediate hydraulic pressure on contact. This mechanical force drives the copper jacket to peel back uniformly, creating a wide, devastating mushroom profile while maintaining excellent structural weight retention. Supporting this defensive payload is Remington’s legendary Kleanbore priming system. This non-corrosive primer formula ensures instant, reliable ignition while leaving behind no rust-causing salts, shielding your barrel rifling from long-term corrosion.
Slinging its heavy 230-grain hollow-point bullet at a steady 850 FPS, this load generates a robust 369 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, delivering exceptional stopping power with a predictable, controllable recoil impulse in full-size wheelguns. Built to withstand the harsh environmental conditions of daily concealed carry or open trail holstering, the High Terminal Performance series features premium brass casings with waterproof-sealed primers and case mouths. This protective moisture barrier completely insulates the internal propellant from oil, humidity, and rain exposure. The dimensionally stable brass cases ensure smooth cylinder rotation, positive extraction, and catch-free feeding through tubular lever-action rifle gates.
Key Benefits
- Controlled Jacketed Expansion: Engineered hollow-point cavity relies on hydraulic pressure to force reliable mushrooming on impact without fragmenting.
- Legendary Kleanbore Priming: Premium non-corrosive priming compound eliminates rust-causing residue to preserve the bore integrity of defensive firearms.
- Waterproof Case and Primer Seals: Specialized lacquer barrier seals out moisture, grease, and carry oils to ensure total tactical reliability when drawn.
- Optimized Big-Bore Stopping Power: Launches a heavy 230-grain defensive payload to maximize tissue disruption while mitigating dangerous over-penetration risks.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .45 Colt (.45 Long Colt) | 850 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 369 ft-lbs Muzzle Energy | High Terminal Performance Profile
- Projectile: 230 Grain | Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) | Concentric Copper Jacket | Expanding Lead Core
- Case/Primer: Premium Virgin Brass Case | Kleanbore Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed | Sealed Primer & Case Mouth | Reloadable
- Logistics: 20 Rounds Per Box | High Terminal Performance Defensive Series
- Dimensions: .45 Colt Geometry | Standard Personal Protection Box Configuration | SKU: 23012
- Application: Personal Protection, Home Defense, Wilderness Carry, and Full-Size Revolver and Lever-Action Duty Practice
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Factory Precision Personal Protection Quality Benchmarks
For consistent terminal performance in a legacy caliber, this cartridge provides a mechanically sound solution built on controlled expansion and ignition reliability. Source your Remington HTP .45 Colt ammunition from SMKW to ensure verified lot integrity.
