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Hello,

Does anyone have data on the Hornady .452 395 grain Sub-X bullet loaded in a 45 Colt case? I’ve called Hornady & Hogdgon, so far neither have any data for this combination.

Just curious if it’s a combination that will work & if 1000 fps is attainable.

Thanks.

Sorry I'm not gonna be alot of help. Years ago I experimented with 405gr LFP bullets made for the 45-70 sized to .454" and shot in my H&R 45 Colt carbine. 5gr of Trail Boss helped the bullets clear my 20" barrel at about 400fps. I ran out of case space and wouldn't be able to get anywhere near 1000fps with that powder. These days I'd look at Unique, Red Dot, or maybe even Bullseye.

I don't have any SubX bullets in my Quickload library. If someone can provide the bullet length and COAL I could probably extrapolate the data.

Thanks for the reply, I’m hoping that eventually someone will give this combination a try & be able to provide some insight.