Hornady 45 Cal 250gr XTP

The Hornady 45 Cal 250gr XTP^® is a powerhouse of a handgun bullet, designed for exceptional accuracy, controlled expansion, and deep penetration. Whether you’re reloading for hunting, self-defense, or duty applications, this heavyweight XTP^® delivers consistent performance across a wide range of handgun velocities. Favored by competitive shooters and trusted by hunters alike, the 250gr XTP continues to set the standard for terminal performance in the .45 caliber class.

With a swaged lead core and precision-drawn gilding metal jacket, this bullet is built to perform shot after shot. The jacket is carefully tapered and serrated along the interior to control expansion, forming uniform petals without sacrificing mass or energy transfer. It performs reliably at close or extended ranges, maintaining its structural integrity even after penetrating dense tissue or heavy bone.

The bullet’s design supports smooth feeding in semi-automatic pistols and reliable chambering in revolvers. The heavier weight of the 250-grain variant is ideal for high-energy loads such as .45 Colt or .454 Casull, making it suitable for handgun hunting, backwoods protection, or serious personal defense. Its stopping power and accuracy make it an excellent choice for those who need both expansion and penetration in one rugged package.

The XTP^® also includes a pre-formed cannelure, allowing for secure and consistent crimping during the loading process. This reduces the chances of setback or movement under recoil—critical for magnum revolvers and high-pressure loads. Whether you’re a seasoned reloader or just getting started, the Hornady 45 Cal 250gr XTP is also available in bulk bullets packaging, offering exceptional value for shooters loading in volume.

CONTROLLED EXPANSION

Precise serrations divide the XTP^® into symmetrical sections, strategically weakening the jacket and initiating controlled expansion even at low velocities.

NO EXPOSED LEAD

The gilding metal jacket protects the nose of the bullet, so the hollow cavity functions properly on impact and ensures proper feeding in semi-automatics.

SWAGED CORE

Total uniformity of core density ensures balanced expansion as well as in-flight stability.

DRAWN GILDING METAL JACKET

Expansion is controlled by varying jacket thickness down the length of the XTP, providing a definite advantage over plated bullets with a uniform jacket thickness over the entire bullet.

CANNELURE

On revolver bullets, the cannelure helps achieve accurate, consistent crimping. All cannelures are applied before the final forming process to eliminate any distortion to the finished bullet.

• .45 Cal 250gr XTP^® Hollow Point Bullet
• Designed for Hunting, Self-Defense, and Magnum Revolver Loads
• Reliable Expansion and Deep Penetration in a Heavyweight Format
• Bulk Packaged – Perfect for Reloaders Seeking Bulk Bullets

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