Load data for .45 ACP + 160gr Barnes TAC-XP
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.898 in / 22.81 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.275 in / 32.39 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 18,855 PSI / 1,300 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.898 in / 22.81 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.275 in / 32.39 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 18,855 PSI / 1,300 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.451 | 160gr | TAC-XP
Cartridge:.45 ACP load data
Case Length (L3):0.898" | 22.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.338" | 8.6 mm
Case Capacity:25 gow | 1.62 cm³
Primer Size:Large Pistol (LP)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):18,855 psi | 1,300 bar
Barrel Length:5.0" | 127 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .45 ACP + 160gr Barnes TAC-XP
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.5 gr | 1.256" | 5.0" | 963 fps | ••• | |
| 7.3 gr | 1.256" | 5.0" | 1010 fps | ••• | |
| 10.4 gr | 1.256" | 5.0" | 1015 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.256" | 5.0" | 1056 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.200" | 5.0" | 859 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.256" | 5.0" | 1017 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.256" | 5.0" | 943 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.275" | 3.5" | 925 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.275" | 3.5" | 955 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.200" | 5.0" | 983 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.200" | 5.0" | 982 fps | ••• | |
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