The CCI Pest Control .45 ACP 115-grain #8 Bismuth Shotshell Aluminum 10-round box is a specialized handgun cartridge engineered specifically for close-range pest control, snake mitigation, barn maintenance, campsite protection, and trail safety. A primary friction point when managing small pests or venomous snakes with standard centerfire handgun projectiles is over-penetration, heavy ricochet risk on hard surfaces (such as concrete, rock, or metal structures), and a narrow margin for error. CCI resolves these operational hazards by housing non-toxic #8 HEVI-Bismuth shot in a flexible plastic capsule, converting a standard .45 ACP pistol into an effective close-range pattern dispersal tool that maximizes hit probability on fast-moving vermin.
The core technical advantage relies on CCI's 115-grain #8 HEVI-Bismuth shot capsule assembly. Constructed from environmentally non-toxic bismuth, the pellet payload offers higher density and energy transfer than traditional lead-free alloy shot while eliminating environmental toxicity. The engineered plastic capsule is shaped to mirror standard bullet profiles for reliable feed-ramp geometry in semi-automatic handguns. Upon firing, the capsule fractures cleanly upon engaging the barrel's rifling, releasing the fine #8 shot payload into a wide, uniform pattern string that minimizes ricochet and limits penetration through surrounding structures.
Launching its 115-grain bismuth shot payload at a rated 1,150 FPS muzzle velocity, this Pest Control loading delivers high pattern density and immediate kinetic disruption at close range within 5 yards. Assembled using lightweight, high-strength aluminum cases, clean-burning propellants, and lead-free Boxer primers, the cartridge reduces overall carry weight while providing smooth chambering and positive extraction. It serves as an indispensable utility choice for outdoorsmen, hikers, ranchers, and property owners operating in snake-prone or vermin-heavy environments.
Key Benefits
- Non-Toxic #8 HEVI-Bismuth Shot: High-density shot payload delivers hard-hitting terminal energy on small pests while remaining environmentally compliant.
- Shatter-Capsule Technology: Plastic capsule feeds smoothly in semi-automatic handguns and fractures cleanly in the bore for consistent pattern dispersal.
- Reduced Over-Penetration Risk: Disperses kinetic energy across a wide pellet string to prevent ricochets and damage to hard surrounding surfaces.
- Lightweight Aluminum Casing: High-strength aircraft-grade aluminum cases maintain structural integrity while reducing total ammo weight on the trail.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .45 ACP | 1,150 FPS Muzzle Velocity | Close-Range Pattern Dispersal Profile
- Payload: 115 Grain | #8 HEVI-Bismuth Shot | Non-Toxic | Polymer Shatter Capsule
- Case/Primer: Aircraft-Grade Non-Reloadable Aluminum Case | Clean-Burning Powder | Lead-Free Boxer Primed
- Logistics: 10 Rounds Per Box | CCI Pest Control Shotshell Series
- Dimensions: Standard .45 ACP Geometry | Semi-Automatic Handgun Compatible | SKU: 3745B
- Application: Snake Mitigation, Pest Control, Rodent Eradication, Campsite Safety, and Barn Maintenance
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Non-Toxic Compliant | CCI Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
If you're running a .45 ACP platform and need a controlled, short-range solution for snakes or small pests without the liabilities of solid projectiles, this load addresses that gap directly. Get dependable function and purpose-built performance from SMKW, a trusted source for specialized ammunition.
