Winchester USA Cowboy Ammunition in 45 Colt (Long Colt) is built for shooters who want reliable, affordable rounds that work in period firearms and modern revolvers alike. Each box contains 50 rounds loaded with a 250-grain lead flat nose projectile—a design that functions smoothly through cylinder-fed revolvers while meeting the legal specs for Cowboy Action shooting competitions. Whether you're working through paper targets at the range, plinking steel, or training with vintage six-guns and lever actions, these loads deliver the modest velocities and soft recoil impulse that older firearms were made to handle.
The flat nose profile isn't just about compliance with match rules; it's a practical choice for revolvers, reducing the bearing surface and helping rounds feed reliably through tight chambers. Winchester's reputation for consistent quality means you get uniform performance round to round, which matters whether you're timing your draw or counting groups on paper. These are genuine cowboy loads—not range sweepings or hand-me-down recipes, but ammunition engineered to be easy on gun actions and shooters' hands while delivering the accuracy casual competitors and serious enthusiasts both demand.
Shooters often overlook 45 Colt ammunition because mainstream retailers focus on high-velocity defensive rounds. Winchester's Cowboy line fills that gap: loads that are equally at home in a replica 1873 Winchester, a Ruger Vaquero, or an old Peacemaker, without the stress. Lead projectiles keep costs down and let you practice or compete without breaking your reload budget, and the moderate recoil means less wear on vintage lockwork and sight systems.
| Caliber | 45 Colt (Long Colt) |
| Projectile Weight | 250 grains |
| Projectile Type | Lead Flat Nose |
| Rounds per Box | 50 |
| Manufacturer | Winchester |
Yes. These rounds are loaded to match-legal specifications and deliver the flat nose profile required by most Cowboy Action competitions.
Winchester Cowboy loads are specifically engineered with moderate recoil and velocity to be gentle on older firearms and period-correct actions. They're an ideal choice for vintage six-guns, replicas, and other firearms designed for 45 Colt loads.
The flat nose design is compatible with lever-action rifles as well as revolvers, making these rounds versatile for multiple firearm types.
Grain refers to the weight of the projectile. At 250 grains, this is a mid-range bullet weight for 45 Colt ammunition, offering a balance of power and manageable recoil.
Ammunition Restrictions:
You must be 18 years or older to purchase shotgun or rifle ammunition, and 21 years or older for handgun ammunition. All ammunition must be shipped via Domestic Ground, and shipping is not available for international residents. Residents of CA, DC, IL, MA, NY, CT, and NJ may be subject to additional restrictions. Always ensure you use the appropriate ammunition for your firearms, and check your state and local laws for any other relevant regulations on firearms and ammunition. Due to Department of Transportation regulations, returns on ammo cannot be accepted. Please verify local laws before placing an order.
We are unable to ship ammunition to the following:
Illinois residents must provide a copy of a valid FOID Card or Valid Concealed Carry License, along with their IL driver’s license or IL state identification card to purchase ammunition. The ammunition can only be shipped to an address listed on either of those two documents.
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