The distance a .45 caliber bullet can travel depends on various factors such as the specific ammunition used, the angle of fire, the muzzle velocity, the ballistic characteristics of the bullet, and external factors like air resistance and gravity.
In general, a .45 caliber bullet fired from a handgun or rifle can travel over a considerable distance. Handgun rounds typically have a shorter effective range compared to rifle rounds due to lower muzzle velocities.
As an example, let's consider a common .45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol) round fired from a typical handgun. It has a muzzle velocity ranging from around 830 feet per second (fps) to 1,000 fps (depending on the specific load). With this muzzle velocity and assuming a level trajectory without any obstacles, a .45 caliber bullet can potentially travel several thousand yards (or meters) before losing enough velocity to become ineffective.
It's important to note that firing a bullet over long distances is dangerous and illegal in most areas without proper facilities and controls. Firearms should always be handled safely and responsibly, and firing bullets in a controlled shooting range is the appropriate and legal way to assess their capabilities.