The Sig Sauer Elite Performance .45 ACP 230-grain V-Crown Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) Nickel-Plated Brass 20-round box is an elite centerfire handgun cartridge engineered specifically for personal defense, concealed carry, and duty applications where maximum terminal stopping power and feeder reliability are mandatory. A primary friction point with big-bore defensive handgun ammunition is erratic bullet expansion or core-jacket separation after penetrating heavy clothing, leading to inconsistent energy transfer or over-penetration. Sig Sauer resolves these critical defensive constraints by pairing its corrosion-resistant Techni-Crom™ nickel-plated brass cases with the advanced V-Crown JHP bullet, delivering wide, uniform expansion, high mass retention, and flawless chambering reliability.
The primary technical advantage centers on the proprietary V-Crown jacketed hollow point design paired with skived copper jacket geometry and a stacked cavity structure. Built with a primary V-shaped cavity backed by a secondary hollow-point cone, the bullet utilizes scored jacket lines to regulate expansion across a broad velocity spectrum. A toothed cannelure mechanically locks the lead core to the outer copper jacket, preventing core-jacket separation upon striking barrier materials and ensuring the 230-grain projectile retains structural mass to drive deep into vital organ zones.
Launching its heavy 230-grain JHP bullet at a defense-optimized 830 FPS and generating 352 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, this Elite Performance loading delivers high terminal momentum with controllable recoil for rapid follow-up shots. Assembled using premium reloadable Techni-Crom™ nickel-plated brass cases, low-flash propellants, and non-corrosive Boxer primers, the slick nickel plating drastically reduces friction along magazine walls and feed ramps while resisting sweat and environmental tarnish. The low-flash powder blend preserves night vision during critical low-light personal defense engagements in full-size and compact .45 ACP pistols.
Key Benefits
- V-Crown Stacked Cavity JHP: Dual-cavity design with skived jacket ensures reliable, rapid expansion across defensive velocities.
- Toothed Core-Lock Cannelure: Mechanically locks the lead core to the jacket to maximize mass retention and penetration depth.
- Low-Flash Propellant Blend: Formulated to minimize muzzle flash and protect visual acuity during low-light defense scenarios.
- Techni-Crom™ Nickel-Plated Brass: Ultra-slick coating lowers feed friction for smooth cycling and resists corrosion during daily carry.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol) | 830 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 352 Ft-Lbs Muzzle Energy | Personal Defense Profile
- Projectile: 230 Grain | V-Crown® Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) | Stacked Cavity | Skived Jacket | Core-Lock Cannelure
- Case/Primer: Precision-Drawn Virgin Reloadable Techni-Crom™ Nickel-Plated Brass Case | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed
- Logistics: 20 Rounds Per Box | Sig Sauer Elite Performance Defense Series
- Dimensions: Standard .45 ACP Geometry | Full-Size, Compact & Sub-Compact Pistol Compatible | SKU: E45AP2
- Application: Personal Defense, Concealed Carry (CCW), Law Enforcement Duty Use, and Home Security
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Sig Sauer Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
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