Buffalo Bore 3E20 .45 Long Colt 255gr Gas-Checked 20/Box

The Buffalo Bore 3E20 “Standard Pressure Strictly Business” load pairs a 255 gr gas-checked soft cast bullet with a standard-pressure .45 Long Colt cartridge, listed at 1000 fps. This load was developed to deliver substantially more performance than modern reduced-power offerings while remaining within SAAMI standard pressure. Buffalo Bore specifies that these rounds are safe for use in post‑war .45 Colt firearms that are in normal working condition. Each box contains 20 rounds intended primarily for target shooting.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .45 Long Colt.
• The bullet weight is 255 gr.
• The bullet type is Gas Checked Soft Cast.
• The advertised muzzle velocity is 1000 fps.
• The listed muzzle energy is 566 ft lbs.
• The load is marketed as Standard Pressure.
• Each box contains 20 rounds.
• There are 12 boxes per case.
• The cartridge case material is Brass.
• Primary application is Target Shooting.

For shooters who want a heavier standard-pressure .45 Long Colt option, the Buffalo Bore 3E20 delivers a straightforward, dependable load that balances increased performance with broad firearm compatibility. With gas-checked soft cast bullets and consistent listed ballistics, it is well suited for informed shooters seeking a reliable target-shooting round that remains within SAAMI pressure limits.