Rossi Model 92R in .45 Colt for deer

[RWMC]

I am looking for your suggestions on a jacketed hollow point .452 diameter bullet that would safely work in the tubular magazine of my lever action Rossi. I am wanting at least a 200 grain bullet. My plans are to use this bullet for hunting Whitetail deer here in Iowa this coming season in December. The range will be roughly 125 yards and under

Thank you for your time and your help with this question. Keep your powder dry.

 

[mcb]

I am a big fan of XTP for deer hunting. I have used various version of the XTP in 10mm, 44 Mag, and 45 cal sabots in my muzzle-loader.

 

[JeeperCreeper]

Buffalo Bore Deer Grenade

 

[LoonWulf]

Thos BBs, look nasty!

Ive used .452 240XTP mags in my muzzle loader quite a bit, those work pretty well, but dont open up on our little goats, at the velocity i was running them. I would probably opt for any over the counter 250jhp non cowboy load and be pretty happy, but given my druthers id like to try those BBs......

 

[mcb]

Thos BBs, look nasty!

Ive used .452 240XTP mags in my muzzle loader quite a bit, those work pretty well, but dont open up on our little goats, at the velocity i was running them. I would probably opt for any over the counter 250jhp non cowboy load and be pretty happy, but given my druthers id like to try those BBs......

Hornady make a 250gr HP/XTP that is suppose to open at velocities down to 800fps, I believe it was specifically designed for 45 Colt. I use the 300gr HP/XTP in my muzzle loader and the 300gr XTP/MAG in my 450 Bushmaster that pushes them a bit faster.

 

[RWMC]

But are these bullets safe to use in a tubular magazine, where that the primer of one cartridge is going to be stacked upon the projectile of the cartridge that is beneath it?

 

[greg_r]

I have been using the Speer 260 grain .451 bullet for years in my H&R Buffalo Classic Carbine in 45 Colt. I use a "Ruger / TC Only" load. IMR4227 powder. It's a wonderful combo for deer.

 

[Sistema1927]

But are these bullets safe to use in a tubular magazine, where that the primer of one cartridge is going to be stacked upon the projectile of the cartridge that is beneath it?

Only pointed spitzer style bullets will be a problem. These big honking hollow points, along with flat nose bullets, can be loaded up and used without problem.

 

[midland man]

I load and cast my own bullets for deer and what I use is 250gr lead rnfp sized at .457 with lee alox coated on the bullets with 6.8gr greendot powder works great!

 

[TexasPatriot.308]

I use a .45 colt pistol for hogs with Buffalo Bore ammo....from what I've seen Rossis are pretty crappy firearms.

 

[Tommygunn]

I use a .45 colt pistol for hogs with Buffalo Bore ammo....from what I've seen Rossis are pretty crappy firearms.

Years ago, they were. Modern ones vary, from "needs a lot of work" to "good right out of the box." OP apparently already owns one and likes it, so either it was good or he's had it smoothed up.

 

[midland man]

Years ago, they were. Modern ones vary, from "needs a lot of work" to "good right out of the box." OP apparently already owns one and likes it, so either it was good or he's had it smoothed up.

I own two rossi 92's both 16in barrels and one is standard loop the other has the large loop with saddle ring so both of these work just fine right out of the box in 45 colt! plus I own two heritage big bore revolvers with 4 3/4in barrels in 45 colt and these are very good pistols hundred times better than their 22 counterparts!!

 

[gotboostvr]

The 240gr XTP works great in my 44mag M92 and is the best shooting bullet I've used.

Opens up great on Ohio whitetails and holds together well through bones. Left a 1" exit wound after going trough both front shoulders on a large doe I plugged.

 

[bannockburn]

Tommygunn

Modern ones vary, from "needs a lot of work" to "good right out of the box." OP apparently already owns one and likes it, so either it was good or he's had it smoothed up.

Bought mine used about 7 or 8 years ago, but like new in the box with all of the original paperwork and manual. The action was silky smooth right from the get-go; didn't need anything done to it. Don't think it was worked on by anyone as it appeared to be brand new.

 

[ClickClickD'oh]

250gr .452 Hornady XTPs are my go to bullet for shooting critters with either my Ruger Blackhawk or Rossi M92 in .45 Colt.

The 240gr Hornady XTP Mags in .452 are designed to be used in .454 Casull and may fail to open at .45 Colt speeds unless Ruger only loads are used.

 

[792mauser]

I second the XTP for the 45c.
Loaded some up for Javelina and got a nice ~50# one at around ~30 yards and he was DRT.

Buddy used his Enfield carbine musket and same thing. Only it ran a few yards.

 

[CarJunkieLS1]

For deer in a lever gun get you the Hornady XTP's or look for the Speer Gold Dot the one made for the 45LC. Be sure you don't get the Speer bullet made for the 454 Cassull as it likely won't expand at 45 Colt velocity.

 

[Tommygunn]

Tommygunn



Bought mine used about 7 or 8 years ago, but like new in the box with all of the original paperwork and manual. The action was silky smooth right from the get-go; didn't need anything done to it. Don't think it was worked on by anyone as it appeared to be brand new.

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Bannockburn, when I said years ago I meant circa 1990-92ish. I recall seeing one in a gun store I liked (the store not the carbine) that was in .218bee. It looked OK on the outside, but the inside ....UNbelievable! A drunken gorilla with a broken chisel had hacked out the parts! Ick! Double ick!
I will say I do own a Rossi 92R in .45 Colt. It has the standard lever loop, but otherwise is very much like yours. It works very well and I'm very happy with it.
I do also own a Browning 1892 in .44 magnum made circa 1988ish that is a nicer carbine. Also, a Winchester 1892 takedown rifle in .32-20 that is also nicer. Those are pricier, for sure.
Modern made Rossis are usually nice rifles/carbines which are very practical for woods use in situations which light handy weapons are an asset and long distances are not needed. Some require smoothing out, but a lot of them are good to go right from the box.

 

[red rick]

Will a 1892 handle Ruger only loads ? I have always heard they had a strong action with the locking lugs .

 

[Sistema1927]

...from what I've seen Rossis are pretty crappy firearms.

Mine in .45 Colt was a bit rough, but a quick trip to Steve "Kiowa Nate Jones" made it slicker than snot. Good solid gun, it just needed a bit of a "buff & fluff".

 

[Sistema1927]

Will a 1892 handle Ruger only loads ? I have always heard they had a strong action with the locking lugs .

The same gun is also chambered in .454 Casull. I have had no problems with "Ruger Only" loads in my Rossi 92 in .45 Colt.

 

[midland man]

The same gun is also chambered in .454 Casull. I have had no problems with "Ruger Only" loads in my Rossi 92 in .45 Colt.

yep i run ruger only loads in both my 45 colt rossi 92's using 300gr sierra flat nose with 20.8gr h110 shoots lights out with both rifles!!

 

[js8588]

I'd own one of these already if they'd run 325gr Hardcasts from HSM or Underwood. Reviews seem to indicate the OAL doesn't permit.

 

[Ru4real]

I'd own one of these already if they'd run 325gr Hardcasts from HSM or Underwood. Reviews seem to indicate the OAL doesn't permit.

Yes, OAL won't permit the feed ramp from moving the cartridge out of the magazine tube. Once that hurdle is cleared, the cartridge stop won't allow the longer and wider 325 gr hardcast to pass by as the feed ramp is raised.

But any 92 can be made to feed any 45 cal bullet with a little knowledge and a little file.

 

[Speedo66]

I use a .45 colt pistol for hogs with Buffalo Bore ammo....from what I've seen Rossis are pretty crappy firearms.

My Rossi 92 in .357 worked great right out of the box, and is extremely accurate.

How many Rossi 92’s have you owned to come up with that observation? Seems many people would disagree as Rossi 92’s are tough to come by.