Winchester Ranger .45acp 230gr +P (RA45TP)

[M9FAN]

Anyone shoot this as their primary self-defense ammo? (Assuming your CCW is chambered in .45acp, of course). Thoughts on its' performance?

I've been offered 4 50-rd boxes of the stuff - from a local member on another forum - for $150. Good deal? (Per bullet, it seems less expensive than much of the 20-rd boxes of self-defense ammo I've seen on store shelves).

Any and all input is appreciated!

[KFP]

I carry the 127 grain +P+ in my 9mm and have been pleased with the ammo. I'd say go for it - the price seems right.

[TEX]

That stuff is no good at all. Could you possibly forward me the member's email address so I can scold him for trying to pawn this terrible ammunition off on you : )

Seriously,

I have shot some and have about half box left. The round design is the same as the old Black Talon, but a little better - or so I am told. It kicks like +P ammo - reminds me of Speer 200gr Gold Dot +P, and accuracy as good as most other defensive ammo I have tried. Recoil recovery is noticably longer (for me anyway) than what I use now which is Corbons DPX. The price actually seem pretty fair.

TEX

[Charles L. Cotton]

I use the standard velocity 230 Gr. Ranger. I've shot the +P, but decided not to use it. There was no particular reason, I just didn't think I needed +P.

Chas.

[gwashorn]

I get a lot of my ammo from OK Ammo Center and they have the standard non +P there. I think it was like $35/box of 50 I think. I have and use the 9mm stuff from there as well as the Hornady Critical defense. I have had good luck with the RA9B and tests showed it pretty good stuff as well. I suspect the 45 is good too.

Gary

[03Lightningrocks]

Yep... I have used it also. It feeds reliably in my Kimber Ultra Carry. I assume it will kill or severely maim a person if I shoot them in the chest with it. In other words... I feel sure it will work as it was meant to work. That price seems fair considering the market conditions. I just realize you are asking about the +P stuff. I didn't get the +P for the same reason Charles mentioned. My Ultra carry has enough recoil with standard loads.

[M9FAN]

Thanks all. I will be picking up my 200 rds. tomorrow night!

[longtooth]

Then you dont need my recomendation.
It is what I have in my Champion right now just not the +P. I would grab it in a minute if I had the offer.

[M9FAN]

Then you dont need my recomendation.

Not true. The more information, the better informed my decision can be!

I would grab it in a minute if I had the offer.

Appreciate your input!

[longtooth]

Thank you sir.

[MechAg94]

I've used it before and had no problems. Never had to use it for serious business.

I like HP ammo that sells in 50 round boxes. 20 or 25 barely fills two magazines for some guns.

I realize a lot of the Hornady/Speer ammo has been reputations, but how does the cheaper Winchester HP ammo match up? Anyone seen any good info?

[M9FAN]

Score!!



Headed to the range tomorrow...

[cajunautoxer]

Hope you enjoy them

[M9FAN]

Hope you enjoy them

Thanks, William; I appreciate the hook-up!

Oh, and welcome to the forum! You'll find lots of useful information and helpful people here...