Can a 45 Long Colt use 45 ACP?
Abigail Rogers
Updated on April 26, 2026
You cannot shoot 45 acp out of a . 45 colt unless you get a conversion cylinder for it, no 44 ammo either.
What is the difference between .45 and .45 Long Colt?
The primary difference between the 45 Long Colt and 45 ACP is readily apparent: One is designed for a revolver, while the other is designed for a semi-auto. The 45 Long Colt’s shell casing thus features a rim that enables it to sit securely in a cylinder.
Can you shoot 45 long colt in a Taurus Judge?
The Taurus Judge is a five shot revolver designed and produced by Taurus International, chambered for . 410 bore shot shells and the . 45 Colt cartridge. Taurus promotes the Judge as a self-defense tool against carjacking and for home protection….
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Was the colt 1917 45 issued for WW1?
The Colt 1917 .45 at left still has the dull blue as issued for WWI. If the finish called Parkerizing as was applied. Note the half-moon clips. Photos by: Yvonne Venturino When countries can’t supply the number of weapons needed by their armed forces for the wars in which they engage, most must resort to buying them from other countries.
What is a 45 Auto Rim revolver?
The .45 Auto Rim (c.) features a heavy rim that allowed it to work in 1917 revolvers. It can be loaded to levels similar to the .45 Colt (l.) and .45 ACP (r.). Most shooters did not want to use the moon clips the 1917 made famous.
What kind of gun was the Smith and Wesson Model 1917?
But it’s hard to miss a firearm like the Smith & Wesson Model 1917 Army revolver, with its classic-looking roundish front blade and western-styled grip. It was a hell-raisin’ handgun for sure, one to be reckoned with, chambered like it was to take care of business. It shot the man-stoppers, the big .45 ACP or .45 Auto Rim.
When did the government buy the Colt Model 1917 revolver?
With about 355,000 Colt New Service revolvers made between 1899 and 1944, the government’s purchase of US Model 1917s amounts to over 40 percent of the total. carry but reverse draw as with the original at left. For World War II that was changed. Still the revolver was worn on the right side but now butt was to the rear.
