Description
45-70 Government 500gr RNFP Subsonic is engineered for shooters seeking dependable subsonic performance from modern .45-70 Govt rifles. Loaded with a 500-grain Round Nose Flat Point (RNFP) cast and coated bullet, this ammunition delivers reliable accuracy, reduced noise, and consistent velocity while maintaining the proven performance expected from a heavy-for-caliber load.
Designed for modern lever-action rifles and other compatible firearms, this load is an excellent choice for recreational shooting, suppressor use where applicable, and shooters who prefer the smooth recoil characteristics of subsonic ammunition. Manufactured using premium components and strict quality-control standards, every cartridge is built to provide reliable ignition and consistent performance from the first shot to the last.
Specifications
- Bullet: 500gr Round Nose Flat Point (RNFP) Cast & Coated
- Velocity: Approximately 1,030 FPS (18.5″ pressure barrel)
- Pressure: 20,000 PSI
- Overall Length: 2.535″
- Compatibility: Lever gun compatible
- Case: New Starline brass
- Powder: Vihtavuori smokeless powder
- Rounds per Box: 20
Note: This ammunition is not recommended for original Trapdoor Springfield rifles because operating pressures exceed those intended for sustained use in those firearms.
Applications
The 500gr RNFP Subsonic .45-70 Government is well suited for:
- Subsonic target shooting
- Recreational range shooting
- Suppressor use in compatible firearms
- Lever-action rifle enthusiasts
- Accuracy and function testing
- Shooters seeking reduced recoil and lower report
Compatible Firearms
Designed for modern firearms chambered in .45-70 Government, including:
- Marlin Model 1895
- Henry Lever Action .45-70
- Winchester Model 1886
- Ruger No. 1
- Ruger-made Marlin 1895
- Magnum Research BFR (.45-70 Government)
- Other modern firearms chambered in .45-70 Government
Always verify your firearm is chambered for .45-70 Government ammunition before use.
Premium Components
Every Steinel cartridge is manufactured using carefully selected components to deliver dependable performance and consistent quality.
- 500-grain cast and coated RNFP bullet
- New Starline brass for reliable feeding and reloadability
- Vihtavuori smokeless powder for consistent velocity
- Manufactured to strict quality-control standards
- Factory-new, non-corrosive ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is this subsonic .45-70 ammunition designed for?
This load is designed for shooters who want subsonic .45-70 performance with reliable function, consistent accuracy, and reduced noise in modern firearms chambered in .45-70 Government.
Q2. Is this ammunition safe for Trapdoor Springfield rifles?
No. This load is not recommended for original Trapdoor Springfield rifles because its operating pressure is higher than those historic firearms were designed for sustained use.
Q3. What firearms are compatible with this ammunition?
This ammunition is intended for modern rifles and revolvers chambered in .45-70 Government, including lever-action rifles and other firearms designed to safely handle modern .45-70 ammunition.
