The .45 Colt revolver remains one of the most versatile field cartridges in North America. Whether carried for hunting, trail use, or general field defense, the cartridge performs best when paired with bullet designs that emphasize structural integrity and dependable penetration.

The Gold Country Rhino 250-grain revolver load was developed with these requirements in mind.

This load uses the 250-grain .452 Rhino Wide Flat Nose bullet, designed to provide strong impact performance while maintaining the structural integrity needed for straight-line penetration. The wide flat nose begins disrupting tissue immediately on impact while the copper jacket supports the lead core as the bullet travels through muscle and bone.

While many .45 Colt loads on the market are designed primarily for cowboy action shooting, the Rhino revolver load emphasizes practical field performance and penetration, making it well suited for shooters carrying modern revolvers in hunting or outdoor environments.

This ammunition performs well in revolvers such as:

Loaded with new Starline brass, the Gold Country Rhino revolver load provides dependable ignition, reliable accuracy, and practical field performance from the classic .45 Colt platform.

Referenced in:

• Lever-Gun Bullet Geometry — Technical Note
• The Gold Country Rhino Bullet System
• Lever-Gun Ammunition Using Rhino
• Lever-Gun Platforms — Bullet Selection, Safety & Mechanical Reality

Specifications

• Cartridge: .45 Colt
• Bullet Weight: 250 Grain
• Caliber: .45 Caliber
• Bullet Diameter: .452
• Bullet Type: Rhino Wide Flat Nose
• Primary Platform: Revolvers / Handguns
• Bullet Construction: Copper Jacket / Lead Core
• Muzzle Velocity: ~802 FPS (load data based)
• Brass: New Starline Brass
• Performance Focus: Straight-Line Deep Penetration
• Package Quantity: 20 Rounds
• Manufacturer: Gold Country Ammo
• Made In: USA