The CCI Pest Control .45 Colt 130-grain #8 Bismuth Shotshell Aluminum 10-round box is a specialized rimmed handgun cartridge engineered specifically for close-range pest control, snake mitigation, and farmstead property maintenance using standard .45 Colt revolvers. A common operational hazard with traditional solid bullet handgun loads in close quarters is poor hit probability on small, fast-moving targets and high ricochet or over-penetration risks near concrete, structures, or livestock. CCI resolves these safety and accuracy limitations by housing dense #8 non-toxic bismuth pellets within a protective plastic capsule, creating wide, uniform patterns at distances under 15 feet.
The primary technical advantage relies on CCI's non-toxic bismuth shot payload enclosed within a rigid plastic capsule. The capsule holds the shot together until muzzle exit, preventing lead/bismuth contact with the barrel rifling to eliminate bore fouling and maintain tight pattern density. Utilizing high-density #8 bismuth shot, the load delivers greater downrange energy and momentum than steel alternatives while offering a non-toxic profile safe for use near livestock enclosures and water-adjacent areas. Upon exiting the barrel, the plastic housing shatters cleanly, dispersing the #8 pellets into an immediate, dense pattern to guarantee reliable lethal coverage on snakes and small rodents.
Launching its 130-grain bismuth shot column at a factory-rated 1,050 FPS muzzle velocity, this Pest Control load provides flat patterns and instant energy dump without generating heavy recoil in big-bore revolvers. Built using precision-formed aircraft-grade aluminum casings, clean-burning propellants, and non-corrosive Boxer primers, the cartridge delivers smooth feeding, positive cylinder alignment, and clean extraction. Note: Handgun shotshells are designed exclusively for manual action platforms like revolvers and should not be used in semi-automatic firearms or weapons with porting/muzzle devices.
Key Benefits
- #8 Non-Toxic Bismuth Shot: High-density shot material delivers lethal kinetic energy and dense pattern coverage without toxic lead or light-steel performance drop.
- Protective Rigid Capsule: Keeps shot contained through the barrel to prevent bore fouling and optimize pattern distribution upon muzzle exit.
- Reduced Ricochet Risk: Rapidly dispersing pellet pattern minimizes over-penetration hazards around farm equipment, structures, and livestock.
- Lightweight Aluminum Casing: High-strength aircraft-grade aluminum case guarantees reliable ignition and smooth cylinder rotation in revolvers.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .45 Colt / .45 Long Colt | 1,050 FPS Muzzle Velocity | Close-Range Pest Patterning
- Payload: 130 Grain | #8 Bismuth Shot | Non-Toxic | Protective Polymer Capsule Enclosure
- Case/Primer: High-Strength Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Case | Clean-Burning Powder | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed
- Logistics: 10 Rounds Per Box | CCI Pest Control Series
- Dimensions: Standard .45 Colt Rimmed Geometry | Revolver Compatible | SKU: 3746B
- Application: Snake Control, Small Rodent Mitigation, Close-Range Farmstead Pest Suppression, and Property Maintenance
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | CCI Quality Control Benchmarks
If you're running a .45 Colt revolver in environments where over-penetration and ricochet risk are unacceptable, this shotshell load provides a controlled, purpose-built solution. Get consistent close-range pest control performance backed by proven manufacturing standards—available now from SMKW, a trusted source for field-ready ammunition.
