Remington Carbine in .45 Colt

Published on November 22, 2025
Duration: 7:00

This guide details the process of installing and firing a .45 Colt conversion cylinder in a Remington Carbine, as demonstrated by Dustin on Guns of the West. It covers loading the cylinder, installing it into the carbine, and essential safety precautions for firing. The video also includes a velocity test comparing the carbine to a Colt Single Action Army, highlighting the ballistic advantages of the longer carbine barrel.

Quick Summary

The Remington Carbine, when converted to .45 Colt with a Uberti cylinder, achieved an average velocity of 900 FPS, significantly outperforming a 7.5-inch Colt Single Action Army's 818 FPS. This highlights the ballistic advantage of the carbine's longer barrel. Safety includes keeping hands clear of the cylinder gap during firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction: Remington Carbine .45 Colt
  2. 00:33Uberti Conversion Cylinder Unboxing & Loading
  3. 00:59HSM Cowboy Action Ammunition Details
  4. 01:09Loading the Conversion Cylinder
  5. 01:48Installing Cylinder & Safety Tips
  6. 02:20Shooting the Remington Carbine
  7. 03:00Target Review
  8. 03:24Velocity Test Setup
  9. 03:36Colt SAA Chronograph Test
  10. 04:17Carbine Chronograph Test
  11. 05:45Carbonated Bandits Skit
  12. 06:40Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you install a .45 Colt conversion cylinder in a Remington Carbine?

First, ensure the carbine is unloaded. Then, remove the original cylinder assembly. Load six .45 Colt cartridges into the Uberti conversion cylinder off the gun, align its pin and hole with the cap, and then insert the loaded cylinder into the carbine.

What is the velocity difference between a Remington Carbine and a Colt SAA in .45 Colt?

In a test using HSM 200-grain .45 Colt ammo, the Remington Carbine with a conversion cylinder averaged 900 FPS, while a 7.5-inch Colt Single Action Army averaged 818 FPS, showing the carbine's longer barrel provides higher velocity.

What type of ammunition was used in the Remington Carbine .45 Colt test?

The ammunition used was HSM Cowboy Action Cartridges, specifically in .45 Colt caliber, featuring a 200-grain Round Nose Flat Point bullet and a small primer, advertised at 750 FPS.

What safety precautions should be taken when firing a converted carbine?

Always ensure the firearm is unloaded before handling. When firing, maintain a safe muzzle direction and keep your hands away from the cylinder gap to avoid injury from muzzle blast and expelled gases.

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