45 ACP – 230 gr JHP – Federal (C45D) – 500 Rounds

The 230 grain hollow point is the traditional defensive load for the 45 ACP, and Federal’s Personal Defense version has been a reliable, affordable choice for years. This listing is Federal Personal Defense 45 ACP 230 grain jacketed hollow point ammo, MPN C45D, sold as 500 rounds. That quantity lets you practice with your carry load instead of only plinking with ball.

Federal rates this load at 850 fps with 369 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. That mirrors the classic 230 grain hardball velocity, so recoil and point of aim match closely with standard FMJ practice ammo. The hollow point is designed to open in soft tissue and transfer energy instead of passing through, which is why hollow points are the standard for defense. The full-weight 230 grain bullet also gives good penetration for a defensive handgun load.

This ammunition fits pistols chambered in 45 ACP, also called 45 Auto, including Colt Government, Springfield, Kimber, and Ruger SR1911 pistols, the Glock 21, 30, and 41, Smith and Wesson M&P45 and SW1911, SIG P220 and P227, HK USP and HK45, and Springfield XD-M. A common question is whether hollow points feed in older 1911s. Many modern 1911s feed them well, but some older, unmodified pistols prefer round nose ball, so test several magazines before carrying. Another common question is whether 45 ACP and 45 Colt are interchangeable. They are not. 45 Colt, sometimes called 45 Long Colt, is a longer revolver cartridge.

Federal C45D is new production ammunition, not reloads, made in the USA in Anoka, Minnesota. It uses reloadable, boxer-primed brass cases with non-corrosive priming. This listing ships as 25 boxes of 20 rounds for 500 rounds total from one lot. Rotating your carry ammunition every year is good practice, and a case like this covers the rotation for a long time while still giving you rounds to train with.