2 of 2 .45 Colt factory loads carry 250 ft·lb and expansion velocity for coyote; the best reach 450 yd (Barnes Pioneer 250 gr JHP FN). Ranked, with the drop chart for each.
| Load | gr | Max ethical yd | MV fps | 500 yd ft·lb | Shoulder shot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Pioneer 250 gr JHP FN | 250 | 450 | 1,095 | 238 | behind the shoulder only |
| Barnes Pioneer 200 gr XPB | 200 | 300 | 1,190 | 177 | yes |
Predator-size animals: 200–300 ft·lb is the quoted band. Placement is everything on a 5″ chest. Floor used: 250 ft·lb at impact plus the bullet's published expansion velocity. Orange = a target or varmint bullet (construction, not energy); red = never carries the energy. Sources: www.grandviewoutdoors.com.