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Federal Premium Law Enforcement HST 45 ACP AUTO Ammo 230 Grain +P Jacketed Hollow Point - P45HST1
Rated 4.92 out of 5 across over 547 verified reviews and growing, with over 514 five-star ratings, this Federal HST 45 ACP +P load centers on a 230 grain jacketed hollow point built for defensive performance. If you are comparing 45 ACP HST options, P45HST1 pairs Federal’s HST bullet design with a nickel-plated brass case and Centerfire / Boxer primer for duty-style use.
Why Shooters Choose Federal 45 ACP
- Proven HST design: The specially designed hollow point is made to expand reliably through a variety of barriers, supporting consistent terminal performance in personal defense situations.
- 45 ACP +P performance: This Federal HST 45 ACP 230 grain load is rated at 950 fps with 461 ft lbs of muzzle energy, giving shoppers clear ballistic specs for comparison.
- Built for duty selection standards: Federal states this HST load performs in the FBI test protocol used by law enforcement officials to assess and select duty ammunition.
- Nickel-plated brass case: The nickel-plated brass case helps support smooth chambering and extraction, while also offering easy visual identification in defensive ammunition storage.
- Function-focused components: The bullet nose profile, case, and high-performance primer are designed to support reliable function in compatible 45 ACP firearms.
- Defensive penetration balance: Federal describes the expanded diameter and weight retention as supporting desired penetration for personal defense without overpenetrating.
- Box or case options: Available as a Box of 50 or Case of 1000, this 45 HST load can fit both carry rotation and larger training or duty supply planning.
What Customers Say
Customers rate this Federal HST 45 load 4.92 out of 5 across over 547 verified reviews and growing, with over 514 five-star ratings and growing.
I've decided to switch to the HST from Gold Dot for this ammo rotation after seeing all the gel tests, reviews and reading actual reports of this round being used in defensive shootings. Also to mention that DHS is now using HST for their carry ammunition.
David R.
Ok, here we go. 100 rounds sent through a Kimber Stainless II 1911 and 1 fail to feed. No problem, sling shotted the slide, round chambered and went bang. I was destroying steel plates at 15 and 25 yards withe the greatest of ease. Too easy.
Derylle D.
Best place to buy ammo - Great price, excellent customer service - Target Ammo always seems to have the ammo I’m looking for As to the ammo, Federal +P is one of the best choices for all your carry needs
Morris H.
What is the muzzle velocity of Federal HST 45 ACP 230 grain ammo?
This load has a muzzle velocity of 950 fps. The listed muzzle energy is 461 ft lbs.
Is this Federal HST 45 ACP +P ammunition new production or police trade-in?
This HST ammunition is brand-new production. It is not police trade-in 45 HST ammo.
Is P45HST1 a good choice for hunting?
We are not able to recommend a hunting load without knowing your firearm, tactics, and intended use. This Federal LE HST 45 ACP AUTO Ammo 230 Grain +P JHP is a powerful defensive load with strong stopping-power characteristics, but it is positioned here as personal defense and duty-style ammunition.
What makes Federal HST different from standard range ammunition?
HST is a jacketed hollow point design made for defensive use, not basic range practice. Federal states the hollow point is designed to resist plugging through barriers while delivering consistent expansion and optimum penetration.
What case and primer does this 45 ACP Federal HST use?
This ammunition uses a nickel-plated brass case. It is loaded with a Centerfire / Boxer primer.
How is this federal HST 45 packaged?
The verified packaging is Box of 50 and Case of 1000. The case option is useful for shooters who want a larger supply of the same defensive load.
About Federal 45 ACP
Federal Premium Law Enforcement HST 45 ACP AUTO Ammo 230 Grain +P Jacketed Hollow Point - P45HST1 is a defensive 45 ACP load built around Federal’s HST hollow point. In general, 45 ACP is valued for its large-diameter projectile, while a jacketed hollow point is intended to expand after impact rather than behave like range ball ammunition.
This Federal Premium HST 45 ACP load uses a nickel-plated brass case and Centerfire / Boxer primer, with a bullet profile designed for dependable feeding in compatible firearms. Federal positions HST as a law enforcement duty load, emphasizing barrier performance, expansion, weight retention, and penetration suited to personal defense.
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| Caliber | 45 ACP |
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| Bullet Type | Jacketed Hollow Point |
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| Grain | 230 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 890 fps |
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| Muzzle Energy | 405 ft lbs |
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| Caliber | 45 ACP |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Caliber | 45 ACP |
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| Bullet Type | Jacketed Hollow Point |
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| Grain | 230 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 850 fps |
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| Caliber | 45 ACP |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Grain | 185 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 770 fps |
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| Caliber | 45 ACP |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Grain | 230 |
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For shoppers comparing defensive 45 ACP ammunition, this Federal HST load brings the brand’s law enforcement HST design into a practical box or case format. Choose the case option when you want bulk ammo from the Federal lineup for consistent defensive supply planning.
Technical Specifications
| Field | Details |
| MPN | P45HST1 |
| UPC | 029465094485 |
| Manufacturer | Federal Ammo |
| Platform | +P Rated 45 ACP Firearms |
| Ammo Application | Personal Protection / Self Defense |
| Ammo Type | +P Jacketed Hollow Point |
| Caliber | 45 ACP Auto Ammo |
| Grain Weight | 230 |
| Quantity Per Package | Box of 50 / Case of 1000 |
| Test Barrel Length | Not Provided |
| Muzzle Velocity | 950 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 461 ft. lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | Not Provided |
| Case Type | Nickel Plated Brass |
| Primer Type | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead Free | No |
| Staked Primer | Not Provided |
| Country of Origin | United States |
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