Remington Carbine in .45 Colt

Published on November 22, 2025
Duration: 7:00

This video demonstrates the installation and use of a Uberti .45 Colt conversion cylinder in a Remington Carbine. It covers the loading process for the cylinder, safe firing practices, and includes a comparative chronograph test showing the velocity advantage of the carbine's longer barrel over a Colt Single Action Army. The review highlights the fun and practical aspects of this firearm modification for historical shooting enthusiasts.

Quick Summary

The Remington Carbine, equipped with a .45 Colt conversion cylinder, achieved an average velocity of 900 FPS, outperforming a 7.5-inch Colt Single Action Army which averaged 818 FPS. This highlights the velocity advantage gained from the carbine's longer barrel when using HSM Cowboy Action 200-grain ammunition.

Chapters

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

To install a Uberti .45 Colt conversion cylinder, first disassemble the cylinder, load six .45 Colt cartridges into its chambers, reassemble it ensuring proper alignment, and then install it into the Remington Carbine. Always ensure the firearm is unloaded before beginning any installation.

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

In a chronograph test, the Remington Carbine with a .45 Colt conversion cylinder averaged 900 FPS, while a 7.5-inch Colt Single Action Army averaged 818 FPS with the same ammunition, demonstrating the velocity advantage of the carbine's longer barrel.

What ammunition was used for the Remington Carbine .45 Colt test?

The ammunition used was HSM Cowboy Action cartridges, featuring 200-grain Round Nose Flat Point bullets with small primers, advertised at a velocity of 750 FPS.

What are important safety considerations when firing a carbine with a conversion cylinder?

Always wear hearing protection. Crucially, keep your hand away from the front of the cylinder when firing to prevent injury from escaping gases, a common safety concern with revolvers and conversion cylinders.

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