Buffalo Bore 8B20 Lever Gun .45-70 Gov 405gr 20rd Box

Buffalo Bore’s 8B20 “Lever Gun Strictly Business” is a .45-70 Government hunting and target load built on a high-pressure performance philosophy while remaining externally compatible with SAAMI-spec .45-70 chambers. This cartridge uses a heavy 405-grain semi-jacketed flat point bullet intended for deep penetration and energy transfer in appropriate platforms. These rounds are supplied in 20-round boxes and 12-box cases for range and field use.

Because the load generates substantially higher pressures than standard commercial .45-70 ammunition, its use should be limited to strong, modern or purpose-built actions. It is intended only for firearms explicitly listed by the manufacturer as suitable for these pressures; it is not safe to assume compatibility with older or weaker .45-70 firearms.

Manufacturer guidance limits safe use to the following firearms and action types: all Marlin 1895 iterations made since 1972, all Browning 1885 and 1886 copies, Rossi Rio Grande, New England Arms Handi Rifle, T/C Encore, all falling-block actions made of modern steel such as Ruger #1 and #3, Shiloh, Christian and Persoli Sharps, all Winchester 1886 iterations made since 1915, and all Siamese Mauser bolt actions.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .45-70 Government.
• The bullet weight is 405 gr.
• The bullet type is Semi-Jacketed Flat Point.
• Each box contains 20 units.
• There are 12 boxes per case.
• The listed muzzle velocity is 2000 fps.
• The listed muzzle energy is 3597 ft lbs.
• The case material is Brass.
• The application is listed as Target Shooting.

This Buffalo Bore load is tailored for experienced shooters and hunters who require a heavy-for-caliber projectile and high terminal performance from robust lever guns and strong actions. When used in the appropriate firearms, it delivers consistent, powerful performance for field use and precision shooting at practical ranges.