Doubletap Ammunition 45C Snake Shot Dtap 45CSSS2 - 20 Rounds/50 Grains

DoubleTap Ammunition's 45C Snake Shot is a specialized handgun round designed for shooters who need effective close-range pest and varmint control from a revolver. Unlike traditional birdshot loads, this innovative round combines #9 shot with a hardcast full wadcutter backing, delivering both spread and penetration in a single cartridge. The hardcast solid cuts and penetrates while the shot pattern stays tight thanks to the way the load interacts with revolver rifling—eliminating the centrifugal spread you'd get from a standard shotshell. If you spend time around your property or camp dealing with snakes and small pests, this gives you a practical, low-recoil option that actually works in a handgun.

The 45C Snake Shot generates a muzzle velocity of 1000 fps from a 4-inch barrel and carries a 220-grain payload of 300 pieces of #9 shot stacked above the hardcast penetrator. This dual-purpose design means you get the stopping authority of solid shot placement combined with the spread of birdshot—far more forgiving than aiming a single bullet on a moving target at close range. Recoil is surprisingly gentle, making follow-up shots quick and comfortable, whether you're shooting from a holster or a shooting bench.

Each box contains 20 rounds, giving you a practical quantity for property management, range testing, or backup carry in snake country. This is niche ammunition for a specific job: reliable, close-range pest control from a revolver without overkill recoil or over-penetration concerns.

Key Features

• Dual-purpose design: #9 shot backed by hardcast full wadcutter penetrator for cutting and penetrating performance
• Tight shot pattern from revolver barrels—no centrifugal spread in the rifling
• Gentle recoil for quick, comfortable follow-up shots
• 1000 fps muzzle velocity from 4-inch barrel
• 220-grain payload with 300 pieces of #9 shot
• Sold in 20-round boxes for convenient use and storage

Specifications

Caliber	.45 Colt
Ammunition Type	Snake Shot (Shot + Hardcast Solid)
Rounds Per Box	20
Muzzle Velocity (4" BBL)	1000 fps
Total Payload Weight	220 grains
Shot Size	#9
Shot Count	300 pieces
Backing Projectile	Hardcast Full Wadcutter
Manufacturer	DoubleTap Ammunition

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this round work in my .45 Colt revolver?

Yes, the 45C Snake Shot is purpose-built for .45 Colt revolvers. The payload and design work within standard revolver chambers and barrels.

What makes this different from standard birdshot shotshells?

Standard shotshells develop a wide, unpredictable spread pattern when fired through a revolver's rifled barrel due to centrifugal force. The DoubleTap Snake Shot's shot column doesn't interact with the rifling in the same way, producing a tighter, more reliable pattern. The hardcast wadcutter backing also provides penetration and cutting action that pure birdshot doesn't offer.

What's this round best used for?

This is designed for close-range pest and varmint control—primarily snakes and small predators—where a handheld revolver is your tool and you need both spread and stopping power without excessive recoil.

How much recoil should I expect?

Recoil is notably gentle, making this round comfortable for extended shooting and fast follow-up shots, especially compared to standard .45 Colt loads.