Product Overview
The CCI .45 Long Colt #4 Shotshell delivers reliable pest control and close-range utility in a centerfire pistol cartridge, giving revolvers and lever-action rifles a versatile edge in the field.
- Loaded with #4 shot for effective short-range pest and snake control
- 45 Long Colt chambering fits a wide range of revolvers and carbines
- Consistent, clean-burning propellant for reliable ignition every round
- Comes in a 10-round pack, sold in cases of 200 rounds total
- Crimped shotshell construction keeps shot payload secure until firing
- Ideal for dispatching venomous snakes, rodents, and nuisance birds up close
Who This Is For
These shotshells are purpose-built for hunters, ranchers, campers, and outdoorspeople who carry a .45 LC revolver and need a reliable pest control option without switching firearms. They're equally at home on the trail as a snake defense round or around outbuildings where rodents and nuisance pests need to be controlled at close quarters — all without over-penetration concerns associated with standard pistol bullets.
Specifications
| Brand | CCI |
|---|---|
| Caliber | .45 Long Colt (45 LC) |
| Shot Size | #4 |
| Shot Material | Lead |
| Rounds Per Box | 10 |
| Rounds Per Case | 200 |
| Intended Use | Pest Control, Snake Defense, Short-Range Field Use |
| Primer Type | Centerfire |
| Muzzle Velocity | ~1000 fps (estimated) |
| Compatible Firearms | 45 LC Revolvers, Lever-Action Carbines |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the effective range of the CCI .45 LC #4 Shotshell?
CCI shotshells are designed for very close-range use, typically effective within 10–15 feet. At this distance, the #4 shot pattern is dense enough to reliably dispatch snakes, rodents, and small nuisance pests. Beyond that range, the shot spreads too widely to be consistently effective, so these rounds are not intended as a replacement for standard defensive or hunting ammunition at distance.
Will these shotshells cycle reliably in my .45 LC revolver or lever-action?
CCI .45 LC shotshells are designed to function in standard revolvers and lever-action rifles chambered in .45 Long Colt. They feed and extract smoothly in most platforms, though semi-automatic pistols chambered in .45 LC may not cycle them reliably due to the lighter recoil impulse. Always check your firearm's manual and consult the manufacturer if unsure about compatibility with specialty ammunition.
Can these rounds be used for target shooting or plinking, or are they strictly for pest control?
While CCI shotshells are primarily marketed for pest and snake control, they can be used for informal short-range target practice — for example, shooting at small reactive targets or tin cans at close distances. However, they are not optimized for accuracy at traditional pistol ranges and are not a substitute for standard ball or hollow-point ammunition for marksmanship practice. Think of them as a specialty utility round best kept on hand for field situations.
