joe the reloader
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i read of this round 450smc, has anyone tried this round or has any input
joseph
joseph
Triton Cartridge News Release
December 5, 2000
Coming in January 2001
The 450 SMC (Short Magnum Cartridge)
For those that want more from their .45 ACP chambered handguns, Triton introduces the new 450 SMC. The 450 SMC is based on a simple principle, to strengthen the weakest link in the .45 ACP chain and boost its performance to new levels. All this while not over-stressing the gun (OEM .45 ACP firearms must be modified with the use of a heavy recoil spring).
To accomplish this Triton went to the heart of the problem, the .45 ACP cartridge case. By borrowing from the .45 Winchester Magnum and .40 Super cartridge cases, Triton has come up with a winning combination. A cartridge case that is internally stronger while maintaining the same exterior dimensions as the .45 ACP.
The 450 SMC combines the robust strength of the .45 Winchester Magnum case with a small primer pocket for the thicker small rifle primer; ensuring the most robust case possible. The small primer additionally provides a visual safety to readily differentiate the 450 SMC from a standard .45 ACP.
The 450 SMC is a great choice for .45 ACP fans offering the flexibility of using both the 450 SMC (with a heavy recoil spring) and .45 ACP from the same barrel. Production firearms for the .450 are available from STI International, 114 Halmar Cove, Georgetown TX 78628, (800) 959-8201.
From the 165 grain JHP at 1,450 fps, to the 230 grain JHP at 1150 fps, the 450 SMC surpasses the 10mm in performance and is second only to the .40 Super.
With its small primer pocket and robust construction, the 450 SMC is the ideal choice for the reloader.
The 450 SMC will be available in our Quik-Shok and Hi-Vel lines.
TR450QSA Quik-Shok 165 grain JHP 1450 fps/770 ft/lbs 5”bbl
TR450QSB Quik-Shok 230 grain JHP 1150 fps/675 ft/lbs 5” bbl
TR450HVA Hi-Vel 165 grain JHP 1450 fps/770 ft/lbs 5” bbl
TR450HVB Hi-Vel 230 grain JHP 1150 fps/675 ft/lbs 5” bbl
For more information, contact David Schmidbauer at 1-800-861-3362