Description
Low-Pressure .45 Auto Rim Ammo for Shaved Cylinder Webley Revolvers
Steinel’s .45 Auto Rim Ammo Low Pressure 185gr SWC load was specifically developed for shooters using shaved-cylinder .455 Webley revolvers who want reliable function without the need for moon clips. Carefully engineered around lower operating pressures and traditional revolver shooting characteristics, this load provides dependable performance while remaining appropriate for historic revolver platforms.
Loaded with a 185-grain cast and coated Semi-Wadcutter projectile sized to .453″, this cartridge produces approximately 650 FPS from 6-inch Webley revolvers while operating at approximately 12,000 PSI. The result is a smooth-shooting, mild-recoil load designed to complement vintage British revolvers converted to accept .45 Auto Rim cartridges.
45 Auto Designed for Converted Webley Revolvers
Steinel developed this .45 Auto Rim load specifically for those revolvers, allowing shooters to use rimmed cartridges without relying on clips for proper heads pacing.
This ammunition is well suited for:
- Shaved cylinder .455 Webley revolvers
- Historic British military revolvers
- Recreational shooting
- Military surplus revolver enthusiasts
- Vintage revolver collections
The rimmed Auto Rim case design helps simplify loading and extraction while maintaining reliable revolver operation.
Low-Pressure Performance for Historic Firearms
This load was intentionally developed around moderate pressure levels appropriate for older revolver platforms. Operating at approximately 12,000 PSI, it provides:
- Mild recoil
- Smooth shooting characteristics
- Reliable ignition
- Reduced mechanical stress on vintage firearms
- Comfortable recreational shooting performance
The coated Semi-Wadcutter projectile also supports cleaner shooting characteristics compared to traditional lubricated cast bullets.
