45ACP shotshell

nordster0 · 09-14-2007, 01:49 PM

Hi all,

Anyone have experience loading shotshells for the 45ACP? I am looking for load data and alternative loading dies to accomplish this task. I have the RCBS
case form dies, but I do not want to spend $154 for the loading dies in this caliber. I can use the case forming die to resize the spent case. All I need is a method for crimping the case mouth on this cartridge.

All suggestions are welcome.

thanks

samuel · 09-14-2007, 03:06 PM

It is built into your bullet seating die.Adjust the die so it just touches the crimping ring in the bullet seating die and then turn down about 3/4 to full turn or until satisfied.I use plastic shot capsules sam.

Snakebite · 09-14-2007, 07:38 PM

I think Samuel is right on the crimping but I must ask why shotshell from a .45? I've shot them from a .22 to a .357. They are great for about 7 feet. Thats the maximum range. I even killed a rattlesnake with .357. Barely..he needed many more shots.
Not enough power, powder, knockdown.

jculp · 09-14-2007, 11:38 PM

are you hunting rabbits?

samuel · 09-15-2007, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jculp

are you hunting rabbits?

I dont think I would get many!They are just something different to mess with and come in handy to shoot critters at very short range when I dont want a bouncing or over penetrating bullet.All in all they probably arent worth it. sam.

Dookiebutt · 09-15-2007, 08:03 AM

Good for shooting squirells in the shed. Just remember they are loud! Use ear protecttion or you will be sorry.

09-14-2007, 01:49 PM	#1
nordster0 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1	45ACP shotshell Hi all, Anyone have experience loading shotshells for the 45ACP? I am looking for load data and alternative loading dies to accomplish this task. I have the RCBS case form dies, but I do not want to spend $154 for the loading dies in this caliber. I can use the case forming die to resize the spent case. All I need is a method for crimping the case mouth on this cartridge. All suggestions are welcome. thanks

09-14-2007, 03:06 PM	#2
samuel Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,232	It is built into your bullet seating die.Adjust the die so it just touches the crimping ring in the bullet seating die and then turn down about 3/4 to full turn or until satisfied.I use plastic shot capsules sam.

09-14-2007, 07:38 PM	#3
Snakebite Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tucson, Mexico Posts: 1,846	I think Samuel is right on the crimping but I must ask why shotshell from a .45? I've shot them from a .22 to a .357. They are great for about 7 feet. Thats the maximum range. I even killed a rattlesnake with .357. Barely..he needed many more shots. Not enough power, powder, knockdown.

09-14-2007, 11:38 PM	#4
jculp Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 12	are you hunting rabbits?

09-15-2007, 08:03 AM	#6
Dookiebutt Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: America's North Coast Posts: 1,304	Good for shooting squirells in the shed. Just remember they are loud! Use ear protecttion or you will be sorry.