.45 ACP 230 Grain RN – No Lube Groove (NLG) – Hi‑Tek Coated

Clean-Shooting Performance with a Sharp Look

Perfect for both target accuracy and practical training, this .45 ACP bullet packs precision with cleanliness. Featuring a no-lube-groove (NLG) design and Hi‑Tek coating, it delivers smooth feeding, enhanced accuracy, and significantly reduced barrel fouling—all wrapped in an upgraded finish shooters can both see and feel.

Specifications

• Bullet Style: Round Nose – No Lube Groove (RN–NLG)

• Diameter: .452″

• Weight: 230 grains

• Overall Length (OAL): 0.665″ ± tolerance

• Brinell Hardness: 16 BHN — 92‑6‑2 Lead Alloy

• Coating: Hi‑Tek Supercoat — clean, all-over finish

• Pack Sizes: Available in 100, 500, 1,000, and 1,300-round options

Why Choose ACME Bullets

• Full-Coverage Coating: Unlike traditional lubed bullets, the NLG profile eliminates the groove and extends the coating over more surface—keeping your firearm cleaner and enhancing accuracy.

• Precision Crafted: Made from certified-quality 92‑6‑2 alloy at a stable 16 BHN, for consistent weight, tight diameter control, and reliable performance.

• Smooth Feeding & Function: The beveled base and round nose promote smooth chambering—excellent for semi-autos and revolvers alike.

• Adaptable Quantity: Available in various pack sizes—appropriate for lightweight range use or bulk practice sessions.

Reloading Tips

• Ideal For: Range sessions, accuracy testing, target shooting, and clean recoil practice.

• Recommended Powders: Titegroup, Bullseye, or Universal generate smooth pressures and controlled velocity.

• Crimping Advice: Firm taper crimping ensures bullet stability under recoil and along a feeding cycle.

• Performance Insight: The 230gr RN–NLG profile achieves a balance of moderate recoil, pinpoint accuracy, and cleaner barrel over prolonged shooting sessions.

Load Data & Video

Want to see for yourself? Watch our powder test and chrono breakdown video featuring this bullet:

Final Take

If you’re aiming for cleaner range performance without compromising accuracy or recoil control in the classic .45 ACP, this 230gr RN–NLG Hi‑Tek coated bullet delivers clean shooting performance—bullet after bullet.