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Hornady .454 255gr Frontier Lead 12458

.45 Colt / .454 · 255 grain · Frontier Lead

Actual proportions (scaled)
0.454" dia · 255 grains
Weight
255gr
Diameter
0.454"
BC (G1)
0.117
BC (G7)
—
Sect. Density
0.177
SKU
12458

Estimates

Performance.

817fps
Velocity
377.9ft-lbs
Energy
100yds
Eff. Range
0.117BC G1
Ballistic Coeff.

TheHornady .454 255gr Frontier® Lead 12458is a pistol projectile manufactured byHornady. With a bullet diameter of 0.454 inches and weight of 255 grains, this projectile is designed for pistol revolver applications.

Key Specifications

SpecificationValue
ManufacturerHornady
Product LineFrontier® Lead
SKU12458
TypePistol
Diameter0.454"
Weight255 grains
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)0.117
Ballistic Coefficient (G7)N/A
Sectional Density0.177

Performance Estimates

Based on typical load data for .45 Colt / .454:

MetricEstimate
Muzzle Velocity~817 fps
Muzzle Energy~377.9 ft-lbs
Effective Range~100 yards

Suitable Applications

This projectile is commonly used for: hunting, bear defense, self-defense.

About the Ballistic Coefficient

The G1 ballistic coefficient of0.117indicates how well this projectile retains velocity in flight. A higher BC means better wind resistance and less drop at distance.

Sectional Density

With a sectional density of0.177, this projectile is suited for its intended application range.

Suitability

Suitable game.

HuntingBear DefenseSelf-Defense

Compatibility

Compatible cartridges.

.45 Colt.454 Casull

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