Federal 165gr .45ACP Hydroshock

[PirateShot]

Anyone tried this particular ammo, I just got some and haven't shot it yet but I am going to run it through a Colt XSE Government. I noticed that it had more energy and velocity at 100 yards compared to the 230 grain stuff, a good thing.....right? Not that I do any pistol shooting at 100 yards, but you get the idea.

 

[happyguy]

I had some. It was extremly accurate, fed perfectly in everything, was mild shooting, and nearly lit the range on fire with its exceptional muzzle flash.

Regards,
Happyguy

 

[XLMiguel]

I've used it n my Ultra Carry and USP/C. My experience mirrors Happyguy's. I've moved up to 185+P's in the USP, but still use 'em in the Kimber, or 185 Silvertips or Gold Dots. YMMV

 

[mete]

Forget the energy figures, they are popular to talk about but don't mean much. Recoil will be lighter with lighter bullets but penetration will be less. But bullet construction makes a big difference in performance. The most important is 100% reliability.

 

[BluesBear]

As for me, I'll stick to the 185gr and 230gr in Hydra-Shok.

Read this thread, it's important.
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=64689

This has some additional info.
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=61786

 

[Pumpkinheaver]

I had my kimber loaded with them for a while. I got to thinking that's not much bullet so I switched back to 200 or 230gr loads.

 

[Ivy Mike]

as long as its reliable, you're good. Energy and velocity don't mean a whole lot. As long as the bullet expands and makes a large permanent wound cavity, it's gonna get the job done.

 

[Gun Runners Alaska]

Try a few boxes to see if your Colt is reliable with 165gr HS, if it is and you are comfortable with a light-for-caliber projectile, then go for it. I prefer the 230gr. myself.


Remember, friends don't friends buy Rugers !!!!

 

[Ankeny]

I packed the 165 Feds for a couple of years, then switched to a 230 Golden Saber. I prefer the recoil characterisitcs of the heavier bullet.

 

[Chupacabra]

I was carrying them for a while in my Kimber, but later switched to 230g Golden Sabers. I didn't really have any reason to, "Golden Saber" just sounded way cooler.

Seriously though, they worked 100% out of the Kimber and I never had any problems with them. I have no doubt they would have performed if the need had arisen.