Doubletap Ammunition is offering a .45-70 400gr Controlled Expansion JSP load intended for hunters pursuing deer, elk, moose, hogs, and bear. The ammunition pairs a 400-grain jacketed soft point (JSP) bullet with a published muzzle velocity of 1,810 feet per second.
According to the manufacturer, the load is engineered to provide controlled expansion and deep penetration while operating at 25,000 psi. It is intended for .45-70 Government firearms other than older trapdoor-style actions.
Quick Specs:
- Caliber: .45-70 Government
- Bullet: 400-grain JSP
- Muzzle velocity: 1,810 fps
- Muzzle energy: 2,914 ft.-lbs.
- Test barrel: 22-inch Marlin
- Operating pressure: 25,000 psi
- Intended use: Deer, elk, moose, hogs, and bear
- Firearm compatibility: .45-70 Government firearms except old trapdoor-style guns
The .45-70 Government remains popular among hunters who favor large-diameter bullets and substantial terminal performance at typical woods and brush-country distances. A 400-grain soft-point load fits squarely into that role, particularly for hunters looking for a combination of expansion and penetration on larger game.
