Originally Posted by Reloder28
Originally Posted by derby_dude
Originally Posted by jwp475

The 45 ACP, 45 Super and 460 have to be loaded to a cartridge over all length that will work through the magazine. From any practical stand point they are the same length and powder capacity.


I know that's true but I wonder how they get the higher velocities if all things are equal.


All things are NOT equal. The web thickness of the 460 Rowland brass is thicker than the 45 Super, which is thicker than the 45 ACP. It's the web thickness that makes the difference in pressure capabilities.

I love my 45 Super.


The Starline 45 Super brass is identical to the Starline 460 except for final length.

This is the reply from Starline to my email question

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John,

Our .45 Super brass and .460 Rowland brass is identical except for the finish length.

Regards,

Hunter Pilant
Process Manager
Chief Ballistician
hunterstarlinebrass.com


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