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IMR SR-4756

This fine grained, easy metering propellant has long been a favorite of upland and waterfowl handloaders. Top velocities with great patterns are legendary. Like 800-X, SR4756 performs extremely well in the big handgun cartridges. Always a top choice.

Shape	Color	Perforation	Diameter min	Diameter max	Length/thick. min	Length/thick. max	Manufacturer
Disk	Gray	No	1.09 mm	1.18 mm	0.18 mm	0.18 mm	Canada

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.25 Automatic / .25 ACP

	Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
	50	Hornady FMJ	1.4	770	16,900 cup
	IMR Pistol Data case: Remington; barrel length: 2.0"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .610"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .251"; COL: .900"; these are all maximum loads; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS

.30 Luger / 7.65 Parabellum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
93	Cast #313226	4.6	960	sugg. start load
93	Cast #313226	5.1	1094	max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: .845"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used size to .309" dia.; firearm used: Walther P-38; barrel length: 4 15/16"; twist: 1-9.85"; groove diameter: .3085"; NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .30 Luger Handgun Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
93	Hornady Jacketed FMJ	5.0	1038	sugg. start load
93	Hornady Jacketed FMJ	5.5	1161	max load
75	Cast #311252	5.3	1209	sugg. start load
75	Cast #311252	6.0	1400	max load
85	Cast #313249	4.7	966	sugg. start load
85	Cast #313249	5.6	1182	max load
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .845"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; jacketed bullets used: Hornady FMJ #1419, 93 gr.; cast bullets used sized to .309" dia.; firearm used: Walther P-38; barrel length: 4 15/16"; twist: 1-9.85"; groove dia.: .3085"

.32 H&R Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
77	Cast LFP	3.5	785	start load; COL: 1.335"; 8,400 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
77	Cast LFP	4.0	981	max load; COL: 1.335"; 12,800 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
83	Berry's Bullets HBWC	3.5	845	start load; COL: 1.095"; 11,700 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
83	Berry's Bullets HBWC	4.4	1096	max load; COL: 1.095"; 18,400 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
85	Hornady HP	4.3	998	start load; COL: 1.290"; 15,500 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
85	Hornady HP	4.9	1121	max load; COL: 1.290"; 18,600 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
90	Sierra JHP	4.1	974	start load; COL: 1.340"; 16,500 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
90	Sierra JHP	4.7	1086	max load; COL: 1.340"; 20,800 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
90	Hornady LSWC	3.6	855	start load; COL: 1.350"; 11,500 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
90	Hornady LSWC	4.2	1021	max load COL: 1.350"; 16,400 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
100	Speer JHP	4.0	887	start load; COL: 1.345"; 15,800 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
100	Speer JHP	4.5	980	max load; COL: 1.345"; 19,700 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Federal; twist: 1:16"; primer: Federal 100, Small Pistol; barrel length: 5"; trim length: 1.070".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
71	Sierra FMJ	4.7	900	sugg. start load; 12,400 cup; 1.350" OAL
71	Sierra FMJ	5.5	1141	max load; 19,200 cup; 1.350" OAL
85	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	3.5	641	sugg. start load; 11,500 cup; 1.310" OAL
85	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	4.8	1073	max load; 20,700 cup; 1.310" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed JHC	3.2	549	sugg. start load; 9,800 cup; 1.315" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed JHC	4.6	1015	max load; 20,500 cup; 1.315" OAL
75	Cast #311252	4.5	1027	sugg. start load; 14,400 cup; 1.350" OAL
75	Cast #311252	5.0	1248	max load; 18,700 cup; 1.350" OAL
85	Cast #313249	3.0	659	sugg. start load; 8,000 cup; 1.350" OAL
85	Cast #313249	4.6	1091	max load; 18,900 cup; 1.350" OAL
90	Hornady Swaged Lead HBWC	3.6	861	sugg. start load; 14,100 cup; 1.100" OAL
90	Hornady Swaged Lead HBWC	4.0	975	max load; 18,900 cup; 1.100" OAL
Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.065"; primers: Federal 100; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used sized to .313" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .312"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra JHC	3.6	749
90	Sierra JHC	3.9	811
90	Sierra JHC	4.1	883
90	Sierra JHC	4.4	956
90	Sierra JHC	4.7	1028
90	Sierra JHC	4.9	1100
90	Sierra JHC	5.2	1160
using Sierra bullets Gun: Ruger Single-Six Custom; Barrel Length: 6 1/2 inches; Case: Starline; Primer: Winchester Small Pistol; Bullet Diameter: .312 inch; COAL: 1.350 inches; Maximum COAL: 1.350 inches; Maximum Case Length: 1.075 inches; Trim to Length: 1.070 inches.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady SWC (swaged alloy)	5.0	767	case expansion: near max
in a 3 Inch Barrel H&R Model 504. Federal cases and Federal 100 primers used in all loads. All loads chronographed 10 feet from the muzzle with an Oehler Model 33 chronotach. Overall cartridge length refers to seating for Ruger; all loads for H&R had 1.33-inch OAL.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
76	Lyman RN 311252	5.5	1,245	standard deviation: 18
81	Lyman WC 313492	5.5	1,186	standard deviation: 50
112	Lyman SWC GC 311316	5.1	1,083	standard deviation: 14
85	Hornady JHP	5.1	1,098	standard deviation: 28
in a 4-inch Barrel All loads were below maximum in the test gun, but should be approached from .5 grain below in any other gun. Cast bullets were moulded from type metal, consequently their weights differed slightly from advertised weights. Federal cases 57-grain primed. CCI No. 500 primers.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady SWC (swaged alloy)	5.0	998	case expansion: near max; accuracy class (Ruger): A
90	Hornady SWC (swaged alloy)	5.3	1,021	case expansion: maximum; accuracy class (Ruger): C
116	Lyman 3118 (cast alloy)	5.1	1,006	case expansion: maximum; accuracy class (Ruger): A; accurate
85	Hornady JHP	5.5	1,116	case expansion: maximum; accuracy class (Ruger): C
85	Hornady JHP	5.3	1,068	case expansion: near max; accuracy class (Ruger): B
in a 6 1/2 Inch Barrel Ruger Bisley. Federal cases and Federal 100 primers used in all loads. All loads chronographed 10 feet from the muzzle with an Oehler Model 33 chronotach. Overall cartridge length refers to seating for Ruger; all loads for H&R had 1.33-inch OAL. Accuracy rating schedule: A+ = under 1-inch (at 20 yards); A = 1 to 1 1/4 inches; B = 1 1/4 + to 1 1/2 inches; C = 1 1/2 + to 2 inches; D = over 2 inches
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
76	Lyman RN 311252	5.5	1,375	standard deviation: 39
81	Lyman WC 313492	5.5	1,312	standard deviation: 53
112	Lyman SWC GC 311316	5.1	1,100	standard deviation: 16
85	Hornady JHP	5.1	1,235	standard deviation: 27
in a 6-inch Barrel All loads were below maximum in the test gun, but should be approached from .5 grain below in any other gun. Cast bullets were moulded from type metal, consequently their weights differed slightly from advertised weights. Federal cases 57-grain primed. CCI No. 500 primers.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
85	Hornady HP XTP	3.7	774	Do Not Reduce
85	Hornady HP XTP	4.2	915	maximum load
Revolver Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Ruger Single Six; barrel length: 6 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .312"; 85 GR Hornady HP XTP & 90 GR SWC COAL: 1.350"; 90 GR HBWC COAL: 1.100"; 100 GR HP XTP COAL: 1.315"; maximum COAL: 1.350"; maximum case length: 1.075"; trim to length: 1.065".

.32 Smith & Wesson Long / .32 S&W Long

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
91	Lyman 313249	3.8	882	Case: R-P
112	Lyman 3118	3.5	833	Case: Remington, Good load.
112	Lyman 3118	3.8	929	Case: R-P, Fine high velocity load.
in a 6-inch barrel Test gun for all loads was a Colt Officer's Model Heavy Barrel six inch length.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
100	Hornady Jacketed HP	3.7	677	sugg. start load; 1.160" OAL
100	Hornady Jacketed HP	4.1	761	max load; 1.160" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .910"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used sized to .312" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 31; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .312"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
84	RCBS 32-84WC	2.9	779	113 energy (ft-lb); group (in): 1.85
84	RCBS 32-84RN	2.9	652	79 energy (ft-lb); group (in): 1.70
in the Contender Cast Bullets

.32-20 Winchester / .32 WCF Handgun

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
85	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	4.5	748	sugg start load; 1.535" OAL
85	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	5.8	1101	max load; 1.535" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HC	5.2	791	sugg. start load; 1.535" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HC	5.5	928	max load; 1.535" OAL
100	Speer Jacketed HP	4.8	683	sugg. start load; 11,500 cup; 1.560" OAL
100	Speer Jacketed HP	5.4	795	max load; 13,000 cup; 1.560" OAL
115	Cast #311008	4.0	735	sugg. start load; 1.530" OAL
115	Cast #311008	4.7	896	max load; 1.530" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.305"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 10; cast bullets used sized to .313" dia.; firearm used: Ruger Blackhawk and Universal Receiver; barrel length: 6 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .312"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
113	Lyman 3118	5.0	705	case: Win.; primer: R 1 1/2; expansion: moderate
113	Lyman 3118	6.0	992	case: Win.; primer: R 1 1/2; expansion: maximum; author's pet load
115	Markell Golden Arrow	6.0	1,154	case: R-P; primer: F 100; expansion: maximum; 2nd most accurate; highest velocity
100	Hornady	6.0	967	case: R-P; primer: F 100; expansion: near max; .308 bullet
Revolver Velocities instrumental at nine feet from muzzle of Smith & Wesson Model 1905 with six-inch barrel.

.327 Federal Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
77	Cast LFP	5.8	1174	start load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 15,300 psi
77	Cast LFP	7.0	1422	max load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 23,900 psi
85	Hornady XTP	6.5	1304	start load; COL: 1.450"; 27,700 psi
85	Hornady XTP	7.1	1451	max load; COL: 1.450"; 37,800 psi
90	Cast LRNFP	5.3	1170	start load; COL: 1.460"; 19,200 psi
90	Cast LRNFP	6.0	1291	max load; COL: 1.460"; 25,300 psi
90	Sierra JHC	6.3	1285	start load; COL: 1.460"; 24,300 psi
90	Sierra JHC	7.4	1486	max load; COL: 1.460"; 40,500 psi
100	Hornady XTP	5.8	1243	start load; COL: 1.450"; 32,900 psi
100	Hornady XTP	6.6	1352	max load; COL: 1.450"; 41,500 psi
115	MEI LRNFP	4.7	1047	start load; COL: 1.460"; 20,900 psi
115	MEI LRNFP	5.8	1231	max load; COL: 1.460"; 37,400 psi
Hodgdon Data Case: Federal; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 1.200"; primer: Federal 200; bullet diam.: .312 (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS

.357 Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Jacketed	9.5	1330	start load; min OAL: 1.590
110	Jacketed	9.5	1330	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,800 cup
125	Jacketed	8.6	1180	start load; min OAL: 1.580
125	Jacketed	8.6	1180	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,800 cup
140	Jacketed	8.2	1025	start load; min OAL: 1.590
140	Jacketed	8.2	1025	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,500 cup
146	Jacketed	7.9	1060	start load; min OAL: 1.500
146	Jacketed	7.9	1060	never exceed; min OAL: 1.500; 36,000 cup
148	Wadcutter	8.5	1215	start load; min OAL: 1.420
148	Wadcutter	8.5	1215	never exceed; min OAL: 1.420; 35,600 cup
150	Jacketed	6.7	854	start load; min OAL: 1.590
150	Jacketed	7.8	975	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,800 cup
158	Jacketed	7.5	940	start load; min OAL: 1.580
158	Jacketed	7.5	940	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,700 cup
158	Lead	7.7	1111	start load; min OAL: 1.580
158	Lead	7.7	1111	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,800 cup
170	Jacketed	7.1	885	start load; min OAL: 1.580
170	Jacketed	7.1	885	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,600 cup
200	Lead	6.2	885	start load; min OAL: 1.590
200	Lead	6.2	885	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,900 cup
Lee Precision Data Small Pistol Primer. With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	7.9	1,340	maximum load
158	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	7.4	1,310
158	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	6.9	1,280	most accurate load tested
Using 158 GR Nosler Bullets Handgun; Case: Federal; primer: WSPM; barrel length/make: 8.3" H-S Precision; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 158 GR Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP; OACL: 1.585"; maximum OACL: 1.590". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Cast #358345	6.8	1137	sugg. start load; 19,600 cup
115	Cast #358345	12.0	1626	max load; 41,900 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.285"; primers: CCI 550; primer size: Small Pistol Magnum; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used size to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .356"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
195	Lyman 358430 cast	7.0	978	overall loaded length (inches): 1.676; group (inches): 4.85
Heavy Bullet Loads Group sizes are the average of five shots fired at 25 yards. Velocities were recorded 10 feet in front of the muzzle of a Smith & Wesson 686 Plus with a 4-inch barrel using Remington cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers (except where noted otherwise in remarks). The revolver was held by hand over a rest to shoot the groups.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Hornady XTP	6.5	1292	start load; COL: 1.590"; 18,500 psi
110	Hornady XTP	8.5	1574	max load; COL: 1.590"; 32,700 psi
125	Hornady XTP	6.0	1169	start load; COL: 1.590"; 18,600 psi
125	Hornady XTP	7.8	1427	max load; COL: 1.590"; 30,600 psi
125	MEI Cast LRNFP	5.0	1034	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 11,700 psi
125	MEI Cast LRNFP	7.0	1378	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 24,500 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	5.5	1116	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 14,000 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	6.7	1322	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 22,800 psi
140	Hornady XTP	5.3	974	start load; COL: 1.590"; 15,800 psi
140	Hornady XTP	7.3	1307	max load; COL: 1.590"; 31,300 psi
146	Speer JHP	4.5	833	start load; COL: 1.535"; 13,700 psi
146	Speer JHP	6.5	1218	max load; COL: 1.535"; 27,700 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	3.8	860	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 13,300 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	4.5	1008	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 20,000 psi
158	Hornady XTP	5.0	896	start load; COL: 1.580"; 17,500 psi
158	Hornady XTP	6.5	1146	max load; COL: 1.580"; 29,900 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	5.0	968	start load; COL: 1.620"; 13,800 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	6.5	1214	max load; COL: 1.620"; 27,600 psi
170	Sierra JHC	5.0	863	start load; COL: 1.580"; 18,800 psi
170	Sierra JHC	6.2	1085	max load; COL: 1.580"; 30,200 psi
180	Nosler Part	4.5	620	start load; COL: 1.575"; 20,800 psi
180	Nosler Part	5.7	888	max load; COL: 1.575"; 32,800 psi
Pistol - Hodgdon Data Case: Winchester; barrel length: 10"; twist: 1:18.75"; trim length: 1.285"; primer: Winchester SPM; bullet diam.: .357" (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Sierra JHC	12.0		MAXIMUM
110	Sierra JHC	12.5		pressure signs
110	Sierra JHC	13.0		pressure signs
125	Sierra JHC	11.0		pressure signs
125	Sierra JHC	11.5		pressure signs
125	Sierra JHC	12.0		pressure signs
Snub-gun Loads 2 1/2-inch S&W Model 19; approach all maximum loads with caution; all loads used CCI 550 primers; no velocities provided in this table except where noted from "Speer Reloading Manual #8"

.357 SIG

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Speer GD-HP	9.1	1376	COL: 1.135"; 38,900 psi

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	9.4	1451	sugg. start load; 34,300 psi; 1.140" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	10.5	1558	max load; 39,100 psi; 1.140" OAL
115	Sierra Jacketed HP	8.2	1242	sugg. start load; 31,400 psi; 1.140" OAL
115	Sierra Jacketed HP	9.2	1372	max load; 39,300 psi; 1.140" OAL
125	Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP	7.8	1202	sugg. start load; 34,100 psi; 1.135" OAL
125	Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP	8.7	1293	max load; 38,300 psi; 1.135" OAL
147	Speer TMJ	6.2	1030	sugg. start load; 34,300 psi; 1.135" OAL
147	Speer TMJ	6.9	1099	max load; 39,000 psi; 1.135" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: .860"; primers: Federal 100; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .3553"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady HP-XTP	8.3	1356
90	Hornady HP-XTP	8.6	1398
90	Hornady HP-XTP	8.9	1440
90	Hornady HP-XTP	9.2	1483	maximum load
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	6.9	1151
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	7.2	1200
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	7.5	1256
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	7.8	1313
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	8.1	1370
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	8.4	1421	maximum load
124	Hornady HP-XTP	6.6	1137
124	Hornady HP-XTP	7.0	1188
124	Hornady HP-XTP	7.3	1248
124	Hornady HP-XTP	7.7	1308
124	Hornady HP-XTP	8.1	1364	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Glock Model 31; barrel length: 4.48 inch; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355"; COAL: 1.140"; maximum COAL: 1.140"; maximum case length: .865"; trim to length: .860".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
124	Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP	8.7	1284	max; compressed load
124	Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP	8.2	1237	most accurate load tested
124	Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP	7.7	1181
Using Nosler Bullets Case: Federal; primer: WSP; barrel length/make: 3.9" Sig; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 115 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP - OACL: 1.140"; 124 GR Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP - OACL: 1.120"; maximum OACL: 1.140". Contrary to the cartridge designation, the 357 Sig uses 9mm (.355") bullets. Both the 115 and 124 grain 9mm Sporting Handgun Pistol bullets are suitable for loading in the .357 Sig. Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Bushwacker SWC	6.0	1,033	group: 2.32 inches
125	Bushwacker SWC	6.4	1,092	group: 1.54 inches
in an S&W 4006 Smith & Wesson Model 4006 with a custom Bar-Sto 4-inch barrel and Millett adjustable open sights was used for testing. Starline cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers (WSP) were used for all handloads. Velocities were taken 12 feet from the gun's muzzle with an Oehler Model 33 or Model 35P chronograph. Accuracy is the average of three, five-shot groups at 15 yards from a sandbag rest. Range temperatures wer 58 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit. .355-inch jacketed and .356-inch cast bullets.

.38 Automatic / .38 Auto / .38 ACP

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Jacketed	4.8	902	start load; min OAL: 1.265
115	Jacketed	5.2	965	never exceed; min OAL: 1.265; 21,800 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer.

.38 S&W / .38 Smith & Wesson

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
92	Cast #358242	4.0	758	sugg. start load; Special Pressure Test Barrel; 7,300 cup; potentially most accurate load
92	Cast #358242	4.9	968	max load; Special Pressure Test Barrel; 12,500 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Winchester; trim-to length: .765"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 21; cast bullets used size to .360" dia.; firearm used: Special Pressure test barrel; Smith & Wesson Model 33; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .361"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
150	Magma 38-158 RNFP	3.2	685	group: 2 1/2 inches
Colt Police Positive Test gun was a Colt Police Positive with a 4-inch barrel. These loads duplicate the standard factory load with a 150-grain bullet at 695 fps.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
148.5	Rapine 358150	3.4	767	group: 1 1/2 inches
Model 33 Test gun was an S&W Model 33 with a 4-inch barrel. These loads duplicate the standard factory load with a 148-grain bullet at 745 fps.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Lyman 358430	2.7	650	group: 2 3/4 inches
Victory Model Test gun was an S&W Victory Model with a 5-inch barrel. These loads duplicate the 200-grain Super Police or .380 Revolver Mk I loads with a 200-grain bullet at 650 fps from a 5-inch barrel and 630 fps from a 4-inch barrel.

.38 Special

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
146	Speer 146 SWC	9.5	1,130
Colt Peacemaker Loads Winchester +P cases used throughout with CCI 450 primers. (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Cast gas check #358156 (Linotype)	4.2	630	sugg. start load; 1.460" OAL; 9,500 cup
155	Cast gas check #358156 (Linotype)	5.5	898	max load; 1.460" OAL; 16,700 cup
158	Cast #358665 (Linotype)	4.9	785	sugg. start load; 1.445" OAL; 13,000 cup
158	Cast #358665 (Linotype)	5.5	872	max load; 1.445" OAL; 15,800 cup
160	Cast #358311 (Linotype)	4.2	620	sugg. start load; 1.550" OAL; 8,700 cup
160	Cast #358311 (Linotype)	5.5	874	max load; 1.550" OAL; 16,000 cup
170	Cast #358429 (Linotype)	4.2	645	sugg. start load; 1.537" OAL; 10,000 cup
170	Cast #358429 (Linotype)	5.4	836	max load; 1.537" OAL; 16,400 cup
Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used sized to .358" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .357"; (+P) designates higher pressure loads
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Hornady XTP	5.5	913	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 12,300 psi
110	Hornady XTP	6.2	1083	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 15,200 psi
125	Hornady XTP	5.3	939	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 14,700 psi
125	Hornady XTP	6.0	1046	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,400 psi
125	Cast LRNFP	5.4	974	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 13,300 psi
125	Cast LRNFP	6.0	1091	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 16,100 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	5.3	916	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 12,900 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	5.9	1046	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 15,300 psi
140	Hornady XTP	4.9	774	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 13,100 psi
140	Hornady XTP	5.5	938	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,900 psi
140	Hornady Cowboy	5.1	946	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 13,400 psi
140	Hornady Cowboy	5.7	1018	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 15,900 psi
146	Speer JHP	4.3	686	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 12,700 psi
146	Speer JHP	4.8	851	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 15,900 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	3.5	732	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 12,300 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	4.0	854	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 16,200 psi
158	Hornady XTP	4.8	774	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 13,400 psi
158	Hornady XTP	5.3	888	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,400 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	4.7	812	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 12,700 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	5.3	954	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 16,300 psi
170	Sierra JHC	4.4	665	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 12,300 psi
170	Sierra JHC	4.9	800	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 15,900 psi
Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Winchester; twist: 1:18.75"; primer: Winchester SP, Small Pistol; barrel length: 7.7"; trim length: 1.145".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Cast #358156 gas check	4.2	630	sugg. start load; 9,500 cup
158	Cast #358156 gas check	5.5	898	max load; 16,700 cup
158	Cast #358311	4.2	620	sugg. start load; 8,700 cup
158	Cast #358311	5.5	874	max load; 16,000 cup
162	Cast #357446	4.6	694	sugg. start load; 10,400 cup
162	Cast #357446	5.8	921	max load; 16,800 cup
168	Cast #358429	4.2	645	sugg. start load; 10,000 cup
168	Cast #358429	5.4	836	max load; 16,400 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used size to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .357". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .38 Special (Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition) and .38 Special (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition). NOTE: Loads designated with the symbol (+P) are higher pressure loads to give greater velocities. These loads should be used only in arms recommended for (+P) type cartridges by the gun manufacturer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Speer Jacketed HP	5.8	675	sugg. start load; 1.430" OAL; 9,100 cup
110	Speer Jacketed HP	7.3	980	max load; 1.430" OAL; 16,400 cup
110	Speer Jacketed HP	7.5 (+P)	1027	max load; 1.430" OAL; 17,500 cup
125	Hornady Jacketed HP	4.8	535	sugg. start load; 1.470" OAL; 7,400 cup
125	Hornady Jacketed HP	6.3	874	max load; 1.470" OAL; 16,200 cup
146	Speer Jacketed HP	5.0	633	sugg. start load; 1.408" OAL; 13,400 cup
146	Speer Jacketed HP	5.6	778	max load; 1.408" OAL; 16,600 cup
158	Hornady Jacketed HP	4.9	611	sugg. start load; 1.480" OAL; 13,800 cup
158	Hornady Jacketed HP	5.4	705	max load; 1.480" OAL; 16,800 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition Warning! cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .357"; (+P) designates higher pressure loads
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN	5.0	844	start charge
158	Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN	5.6	967	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.155"; trim-to length: 1.145"; max cart. OAL: 1.550"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; 550; test firearm: S&W Model 14; barrel length: 6"; use maximum loads with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	5.2	865	maximum load; most accurate load tested
158	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	4.7	751
158	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	4.2	637
Using Nosler Bullets Handgun; Case: Federal; primer: WSP; barrel length/make: 7.75" H-S Precision; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 158 GR Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP; OACL: 1.440"; maximum OACL: 1.550". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Hornady XTP	6.6	1163	17,600 psi
125	Hornady XTP	6.1	1129	18,300 psi
140	Hornady XTP	5.6	983	17,800 psi
146	Speer JHP	5.1	910	COL: 1.370"; 18,000 psi
150	Nosler JFP	6.0	974	COL: 1.450"; 18,000 psi
158	Hornady XTP	5.5	928	17,900 psi
170	Sierra JHC	5.1	846	COL: 1.450"; 17,800 psi
+P Hodgdon Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Winchester; barrel length: 7.7"; twist: 1:18.75"; trim length: 1.145"; primer: Winchester SP; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
140	Speer UCHP	5.4	860	start charge
140	Speer UCHP	5.9	933	maximum charge
+P Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.155"; trim-to length: 1.145"; max cart. OAL: 1.550"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: S&W Model 14; barrel length: 6"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
95	Jacketed	6.1	1020	start load; min. OAL: 1.470
95	Jacketed	6.5	1080	NEVER EXCEED; 15,900 cup; min. OAL: 1.470
110	Jacketed	5.9	1000	start load; min. OAL: 1.460
110	Jacketed	6.2	1040	NEVER EXCEED; 15,600 cup; min. OAL: 1.460
125	Jacketed	5.7	873	start load; min. OAL: 1.525
125	Jacketed	6.1	925	NEVER EXCEED; 15,900 cup; min. OAL: 1.525
140	Jacketed	5.2	723	start load; min. OAL: 1.455
140	Jacketed	5.6	765	NEVER EXCEED; 16,000 cup; min. OAL: 1.455
146	Jacketed	5.0	808	start load; min. OAL: 1.395
146	Jacketed	5.2	840	NEVER EXCEED; 15,600 cup; min. OAL: 1.395
148	Wad Cutter	4.9	855	start load; min. OAL: 1.295
148	Wad Cutter	5.2	905	NEVER EXCEED; 16,000 cup; min. OAL: 1.295
150	Jacketed	5.0	723	start load; min. OAL: 1.445
150	Jacketed	5.4	765	NEVER EXCEED; 16,000 cup; min. OAL: 1.445
158	Jacketed	5.1	691	start load; min. OAL: 1.465
158	Jacketed	5.2	705	NEVER EXCEED; 15,300 cup; min. OAL: 1.465
158	Lead	4.9	785	start load; min. OAL: 1.520
158	Lead	5.2	825	NEVER EXCEED; 15,800 cup; min. OAL: 1.520
200	Lead	4.1	705	start load; min. OAL: 1.500
200	Lead	4.3	740	NEVER EXCEED; 15,700 cup; min. OAL: 1.500
Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	5.5	626	case expansion near maximum; accurate in six-inch and 8 3/8" barrel
Cast Bullet Loads in a 2-inch Barrel Loads labeled "maximum" should not be exceeded! Reduce maximum loads 10% for light and alloy-framed guns.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Lyman 358156 semiwadcutter	5.7	835	case expansion maximum
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	5.0	653	case expansion moderate
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	5.5	818	case expansion near maximum; accurate in six-inch and 8 3/8" barrel
Cast Bullet Loads in a 6-inch Barrel Loads labeled "maximum" should not be exceeded! Reduce maximum loads 10% for light and alloy-framed guns.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	5.5	862	case expansion near maximum; accurate in six-inch and 8 3/8" barrel
Cast Bullet Loads in an 8 3/8-inch Barrel Loads labeled "maximum" should not be exceeded! Reduce maximum loads 10% for light and alloy-framed guns.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Sierra JHC	9.2		satisfactory
110	Sierra JHC	10.0		satisfactory
110	Sierra JHC	11.0		MAXIMUM
110	Sierra JHC	12.0		excessive
125	Sierra JHC	8.7		satisfactory
125	Sierra JHC	9.0		satisfactory
125	Sierra JHC	10.0	1,129	MAXIMUM; muzzle velocity for a 2-inch barrel according to the "Speer Reloading Manual Number 8", when using Speer bullets of like weight
125	Sierra JHC	11.0		excessive
158	Hornady JHP	8.5	1,000	satisfactory; muzzle velocity for a 2-inch barrel according to the "Speer Reloading Manual Number 8", when using Speer bullets of like weight
158	Hornady JHP	8.8		satisfactory
158	Hornady JHP	9.2		satisfactory
158	Hornady JHP	9.5		MAXIMUM
158	Hornady JHP	10.0		excessive
158	Hornady JFP	8.5	1,000	satisfactory; muzzle velocity for a 2-inch barrel according to the "Speer Reloading Manual Number 8", when using Speer bullets of like weight
158	Hornady JFP	9.5		MAXIMUM
110	Hornady JFP	11.0		MAXIMUM
127	Swaged JFP	10.0	1,129	MAXIMUM; muzzle velocity for a 2-inch barrel according to the "Speer Reloading Manual Number 8", when using Speer bullets of like weight
Snub-gun Loads 2-inch S&W Model 49; approach all maximum loads with caution; all loads used CCI 500 primers; no velocities provided in this table except where noted from "Speer Reloading Manual #8"

.38 Special Wadcutter

	Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
	148	Precision	3.9	592	Best group: .94
	6-Inch Barrel Colt 357 Revolver. Precision, Speer H.B. and Hornady wadcutters were all of hollow-base design, while the Speer Standard and RCBS-Mould cast bullets were solid flat-base type.

.38 Super

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady XTP	5.2	965	max load; COL: 1.245"; 21,800 cup
Hodgdon Data Case: Remington; twist: 1:16"; primer: Remington 1 1/2, Small Pistol; barrel length: 5"; trim length: .895"; bullet diam.: .355" (except where otherwise specified in remarks).
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady HP	5.2	965	21,800 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .895"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; COL: 1.265"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
133	Cast #358480	5.0	975	sugg. start load; 16,900 cup
133	Cast #358480	7.0	1237	max load; 29,400 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used size to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .355". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .38 Super Automatic Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP	6.4	1216
115	Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP	6.7	1250
115	Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP	7.1	1292
115	Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP	7.5	1334
115	Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP	7.9	1368	maximum load
Using 115 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber Model 1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355" and .357"; COAL: 1.245"; maximum COAL: 1.280"; maximum case length: .900"; trim to length: .895".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Hornady	5.7	1051
125	Hornady	6.1	1106
125	Hornady	6.5	1173
125	Hornady	6.8	1240
125	Hornady	7.2	1295	maximum load
Using 121/124/125 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber Model 1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355" and .357"; 121 GR Hornady HAP COAL: 1.210"; 124 GR FMJ-RN COAL: 1.250", 124 GR HP XTP COAL: 1.210"; 124 GR FMJ-FP COAL: 1.200"; 125 GR HAP COAL: 1.210"; 125 GR FP XTP & HP XTP COAL: 1.200"; maximum COAL: 1.280"; maximum case length: .900"; trim to length: .895". NOTE: 121 GR and 124 GR bullets can be used for all 125 GR data listed.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
95	Barnes TAC-XP	8.0	1505	overall loaded length (inches): 1.255
95	Barnes TAC-XP	8.5	1579	overall loaded length (inches): 1.255
95	Barnes TAC-XP	8.7	1609	compressed; overall loaded length (inches): 1.255
124	Speer GDHP	5.5	1110	overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
124	Speer GDHP	6.0	1164	overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
124	Speer GDHP	6.5	1222	overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
124	Speer GDHP	7.0	1269	overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
124	Speer GDHP	7.3	1303	overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
+P A Kimber Stainless Target II with a 5-inch barrel was used to test fire these loads. Starline cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .355 and .356 inch; maximum overall loaded length: 1.280 inches; maximum case length: .900 inch; and trim-to length; .895 inch.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Cast #356242	5.9	1089	sugg. start load; 19,700 cup; 1.175" OAL
90	Cast #356242	7.1	1263	max load; 30,300 cup; 1.175" OAL
158	Cast #358311	4.9	927	sugg. start load; 18,900 cup; 1.245" OAL
158	Cast #358311	5.8	1085	max load; 29,800 cup; 1.245" OAL
Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
124	Hornady FMJ/FP	4.7	737	sugg. start load; 12,900 cup; 1.165" OAL
124	Hornady FMJ/FP	5.9	1156	max load; 31,000 cup; 1.165" OAL
147	Speer TMJ	5.0	895	sugg. start load; 16,300 cup; 1.280" OAL
147	Speer TMJ	5.8	1086	max load; 27,600 cup; 1.280" OAL
Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Hornady Flat Point	7.6	1,282	ME, fp: 455; velocity var. fps: 58; group average, inches: 3.30; most powerful tested
in a Browning BDA All loads utilize Federal 100 primers and Winchester brass. Loads chronographed in a Browning BDA, 4.4-inch barrel; Oehler Model 32/61 Chronotach/Skyscreen system. Average temperature 85 degrees. All loads maximum except where noted. DO NOT EXCEED! Work up carefully from one grain below. These loads are definitely not intended for old (pre-1929) Colt automatics. All bullet diameters: .357.

.38-40 Winchester / .38-40 WCF

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	MG 180	10.0	1,050
190	SAECO 190	9.0	925
175	Lyman 401638 HP	9.0	852	group (inches): 2.5
184	AA 301 184	9.0	959	group (inches): 2.0
200	HN 200 XTP	9.0	861
180	SP Gold Dot 180	10.0	1,037
180	SP Gold Dot 180	9.0	858	group (inches): 2.5
Colt Peacemaker Loads All loads fired in Winchester .38 WCF brass with CCI 300 primers except where otherwise noted in remarks. SC = 3.5 inches or more. (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
175	Carroll (sized .400 inch)	10.0	1,105	OAL: 1.57 inches; case expansion: near maximum; accurate
175	Carroll (sized .400 inch)	10.5	1,147	OAL: 1.57 inches; case expansion: maximum; accurate
Ruger Instrumental from Ruger-Buckeye Blackhawk with 6.5-inch barrel.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Hornady HP-XTP	9.2	723	maximum load
180	Hornady HP-XTP	8.8	751	maximum load
200	Hornady HP-XTP	9.0	700
Revolver Using Hornady Bullets Gun: USFA Single Action Army Pre-War; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; 155, 180 & 200 GR HP-XTP COAL: 1.590"; 180 GR Oregon Trail Laser Cast RNFP & RCBS 40-180-CM COAL: 1.575"; maximum COAL: 1.590"; maximum case length: 1.305"; trim to length: 1.295".

.380 Auto / .380 ACP (9mm Corto & 9mm Short)

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
92	Cast #358242	2.8	653	sugg. start load; case: Federal; 6,900 cup
92	Cast #358242	4.1	970	max load; case: Federal; 15,600 cup
121	Cast #358242	2.3	662	sugg. start load; case: Federal; 7,800 cup
121	Cast #358242	3.5	927	max load; 15,800 cup; case: Federal
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition case: Super Vel (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .677"; primers; Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 26; cast bullets used sized to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 3 3/4"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .355"; bullets: cast #358242 (#2 Alloy) .980" OAL
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	2.8	633	sugg start load; 6,900 cup; .980" OAL
90	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	4.1	970	max load; 15,600 cup; .980" OAL
120	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	2.3	662	sugg start load; 7,800 cup; .980" OAL
120	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	3.5	927	max load; 15,800 cup; .980" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: .677"; primers: Federal 100 and Winchester WSP; primer size: small pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 26; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 3 3/4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady HP	3.6	880	COL: .970"; 15,500 cup
100	Hornady FMJ	3.5	875	COL: .980"; 15,900 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 3.75"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .675"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	3.3	748	maximum load; compressed load; most accurate load tested; most accurate powder tested
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	2.8	643	most accurate powder tested
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	2.3	538	most accurate powder tested
Using Nosler Bullets Case: Remington; primer: WSP; barrel length/make: 2 1/4" Colt Mk. IV; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 115 GR Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP; OACL: .975"; maximum OACL: .984". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Jacketed	3.5	856	start load; min OAL: 0.970
90	Jacketed	3.6	880	never exceed; min OAL: 0.970; 15,500 cup
100	Jacketed	3.3	827	start load; min OAL: 0.980
100	Jacketed	3.5	875	never exceed; min OAL: 0.980; 15,900 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.

.40 Smith & Wesson / .40 S&W

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
140	Barnes TAC-XP	6.5	1095	start load; COL: 1.135"; 28,300 psi
140	Barnes TAC-XP	7.0	1166	max load; COL: 1.135"; 31,700 psi
150	Nosler JHP	7.8	1189	start load; COL: 1.125"; 28,700 psi
150	Nosler JHP	8.3	1248	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,500 psi
155	Hornady XTP	7.9	1139	start load; COL: 1.125"; 25,900 psi
155	Hornady XTP	8.4	1223	max load; COL: 1.125"; 31,300 psi
155	Berry's Bullets FP	7.2	1147	start load; COL: 1.125"; 29,700 psi
155	Berry's Bullets FP	8.0	1195	max load; COL: 1.125"; 30,400 psi
165	Sierra JHP	7.2	1075	start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,200 psi
165	Sierra JHP	7.9	1168	max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,000 psi
165	Berry's Bullets FP	6.8	1083	start load; COL: 1.125"; 29,100 psi
165	Berry's Bullets FP	7.8	1191	max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,100 psi
180	Berry's Bullets FP	6.2	999	start load; COL: 1.125"; 28,400 psi
180	Berry's Bullets FP	6.7	1063	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,500 psi
180	Hornady XTP	6.1	957	start load; COL: 1.125"; 25,200 psi
180	Hornady XTP	6.6	1018	max load; COL: 1.125"; 28,800 psi
200	Hornady XTP	5.1	849	start load; COL: 1.125"; 28,800 psi
200	Hornady XTP	5.5	910	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,900 psi
Hodgdon Data Case: Hornady; twist: 1:16"; primer: Winchester SP, Small Pistol; barrel length: 4"; trim length: .845"; bullet diam.: .400". This data is intended for use in firearms with barrels which fully support the cartridge in the chamber. Use of this data in firearms which do not fully support the cartridge, such as Glock, may result in bulged cases, ruptured cases, case head separation, or other conditions which may result in damage to the firearm and/or result in injury or death of the shooter and/or bystanders.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
135	Jacketed	9.0	1285	start load; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125
135	Jacketed	9.0	1285	NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125; 30,000 psi
Lee Precision 135 GR Data Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
150	Jacketed	7.3	1129	start load; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125
150	Jacketed	7.8	1195	NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125; 32,700 psi
Lee Precision 150 GR Data Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Jacketed Bullet	5.6	936	start load; min. OAL: 1.125
180	Jacketed Bullet	6.0	1000	NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.125; 33,100 psi
Lee Precision 180 GR Data Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Jacketed	5.0	824	start load; min. OAL: 1.125
200	Jacketed	5.6	906	NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.125; 34,200 psi
Lee Precision 200 GR Data Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Hornady HP-XTP	7.1	1113
155	Hornady HP-XTP	7.5	1162
155	Hornady HP-XTP	7.8	1214
155	Hornady HP-XTP	8.1	1268
155	Hornady HP-XTP	8.4	1314	maximum load
180	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	5.2	893
180	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	5.7	956
180	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	6.2	1017
180	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	6.6	1077
180	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	7.1	1138	maximum load
200	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	4.4	783
200	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	4.7	824
200	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	5.0	866
200	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	5.3	904
200	Hornady HAP or HP-XTP	5.6	942	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Glock Model 22; barrel length: 4.35 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; COAL: 1.125"; maximum COAL: 1.135"; maximum case length: .850"; trim to length: .845".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
135	Sierra JHP	7.2	1047
135	Sierra JHP	7.6	1081
135	Sierra JHP	7.9	1121
135	Sierra JHP	8.3	1161
135	Sierra JHP	8.6	1199
135	Sierra JHP	9.0	1239
135	Sierra JHP	9.3	1279
135	Sierra JHP	9.7	1312	maximum load
150	Sierra JHP	6.3	937
150	Sierra JHP	6.7	987
150	Sierra JHP	7.0	1044
150	Sierra JHP	7.4	1102
150	Sierra JHP	7.8	1160
150	Sierra JHP	8.1	1217
150	Sierra JHP	8.5	1264	maximum load
165	Sierra JHP	6.2	959
165	Sierra JHP	6.5	999
165	Sierra JHP	6.8	1045
165	Sierra JHP	7.1	1091
165	Sierra JHP	7.4	1137
165	Sierra JHP	7.7	1180	maximum load
180	Sierra JHP	5.5	872
180	Sierra JHP	5.8	913
180	Sierra JHP	6.2	960
180	Sierra JHP	6.5	1007
180	Sierra JHP	6.9	1054
180	Sierra JHP	7.2	1098	maximum load
Using Sierra Bullets Notes: Gun: Glock Model 22; barrel length: 4.35"; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; 135 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; 150 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; 165 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; 180 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; maximum COAL: 1.135"; maximum case length: .850"; trim to length: .845".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	5.4	895	maximum load
200	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	4.9	819	most accurate load tested
200	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	4.4	743
Using Nosler Bullets Handgun; case: Winchester; primer: WSP; barrel length/make: 4" S&W; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 135 GR, 150 GR, 180 GR & 200 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP; OACL: 1.125"; maximum OACL: 1.135". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
150	Nosler JHP	6.5	970	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
150	Nosler JHP	7.0	1032	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
150	Nosler JHP	7.5	1115	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
150	Nosler JHP	8.0	1203	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
150	Nosler JHP	8.5	1255	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
155	Barnes TAC-XP	7.0	992	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
155	Barnes TAC-XP	7.5	1044	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
165	Sierra JHP	6.2	959	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
165	Sierra JHP	6.5	999	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
165	Sierra JHP	6.8	1045	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
165	Sierra JHP	7.1	1091	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
165	Sierra JHP	7.4	1137	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
165	Sierra JHP	7.7	1180	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
180	Nosler JHP	5.0	872	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
180	Nosler JHP	5.5	936	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
180	Nosler JHP	6.0	996	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
180	Nosler JHP	6.5	1064	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
180	Nosler JHP	7.0	1128	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Load Data A Glock Model 22 with a 4.35-inch barrel was used to test-fire all loads. Starline cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .400 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.135 inches; maximum case length: .850 inch; trim-to length: .845 inch.

.41 Magnum / .41 Remington Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
170	Jacketed	13.0	1485	start load; compressed; min OAL: 1.575
170	Jacketed	14.6	1650	never exceed; compressed; min OAL: 1.575; 39,600 cup
210	Jacketed	11.3	1309	start load; min OAL: 1.590
210	Jacketed	12.8	1455	never exceed; compressed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,700 cup
210	Lead	10.3	1267	start load; min OAL: 1.590
210	Lead	11.7	1420	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 40,000 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS; maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
212	Cast #41028	8.8	1030	sugg. start load; 21,700 cup
212	Cast #41028	10.9	1221	max load; 36,300 cup
215	Cast #410610 gas check	8.0	909	sugg. start load; 17,100 cup
215	Cast #410610 gas check	10.8	1213	max load; 36,000 cup
220	Cast #410459	9.8	1061	sugg. start load; 20,900 cup
220	Cast #410459	11.6	1246	max load; 33,800 cup; potentially most accurate load
240	Cast #410426	8.7	1000	sugg. start load; 23,900 cup
240	Cast #410426	10.5	1159	max load; 36,800 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.285"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 30; cast bullets used size to .410" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .409"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
210	R-P Lead SWC	10.0	1,154	case: R-P; primer: R 2 1/2; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.61; case expansion: moderate
222	Ohaus 41-210K SWC	10.5	1,239	case: R-P; primer: R 2 1/2; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.58; case expansion: normal; very accurate
210	R-P JSP	11.0	1,327	case: R-P; primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.58; case expansion: moderate
200	Speer JHP	11.5	1,320	case: R-P; primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.57; case expansion: near max.; very accurate
210	Hornady JHP	10.0	1,085	case: R-P; primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.58; case expansion: moderate; accurate
170	Sierra JHC	12.5	1,437	case: R-P; primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.575; case expansion: near max
200	Harvey J-J	12.0	1,315	case: R-P; primer: CCI 350; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.62; case expansion: near max.
Pet Loads All loads chronographed from 6 1/2-inch barrel Ruger Blackhawk. Oehler Model 31 Chronotach, Oehler Model 51 Electronic screens, spaced 10 feet apart; I.V. = Instrumental Velocity at 10 feet from muzzle. Update: Alliant Powder Company does not recommend Blue Dot in the .41 Magnum for any bullet weights. Their new tests on recent powder samples have shown high pressure spikes that can damage personal property or injure you. For this reason we removed all Blue Dot data from .41 magnum tables.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
210	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	11.3	1,450	maximum load
210	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	10.8	1,430
210	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	10.3	1,410	most accurate load tested
Using Nosler Bullets Handgun; case: Federal; primer: Fed 150; barrel length/make: 10" Douglas; twist: 1-14"; bullets: 210 GR Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP; OACL: 1.585"; maximum OACL: 1.590". Use Maximum Loads with Caution

.44 Remington Magnum / .44 Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Speer LSWC	6.5	751	start charge
240	Speer LSWC	7.5	923	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.610"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Ruger Redhawk; barrel length: 7.5"; NOTE: The 225-grain SWC GC and 250-grain K bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
270	H&G 326	10.5	1,120	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 750
270	H&G 326	11.0	1,170	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 820
270	H&G 326	11.5	1,200	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 861
270	H&G 326	12.0	1,250	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 936
300	H&G 328	9.0	970	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 624
300	H&G 328	9.5	1,010	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 678
300	H&G 328	10.0	1,060	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 747
300	H&G 328	10.5	1,100	primer: CCI 300; energy (ft-lbs): 804
Heavy Cast Bullets
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	LRNFP Cast	7.0	797	max load; COL: 1.570"; 10,700 cup
200	Nosler JHP	14.6	1475	max load; bullet diam.: .429; COL: 1.600"; 39,800 cup
240	Nosler JHP	13.3	1260	max load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.600"; 39,800 cup
Hodgdon Pistol Data - IMR Powder Case: Winchester; barrel length: 8.275"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.280"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .430" (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Jacketed	12.9	1315	start load; min OAL: 1.610
200	Jacketed	14.6	1475	never exceed; min OAL: 1.610; 39,800 cup
225	Jacketed	12.9	1252	start load; min OAL: 1.585
225	Jacketed	14.5	1390	never exceed; min OAL: 1.585; 39,600 cup
240	Jacketed	11.8	1123	start load; min OAL: 1.590
240	Jacketed	13.3	1260	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,800 cup
240	Lead	11.8	1188	start load; min OAL: 1.585
240	Lead	13.3	1320	never exceed; min OAL: 1.585; 39,700 cup
Lee Precision Data Large pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
280	Swift A-Frame	10.8	1168	starting load
280	Swift A-Frame	11.6	1247	maximum load
Swift Data bullet diameter: 0.430"; maximum cartridge OAL: 1.610"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim length: 1.275"; case: Remington; primer: Remington 2 1/2; test barrel: Shilen; barrel length: 20"; barrel twist: 1-20"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOAD!
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	13.7	1,482	maximum load; most accurate load tested
200	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	13.2	1,447
200	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	12.7	1,411
Using 200 GR Nosler Bullets Handgun; case: Winchester; primer: WLP; barrel length/make: 8.25" Douglas; twist: 1-20"; bullets: 200 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP; OACL: 1.580"; maximum OACL: 1.610". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
210	Cast #429215 gas check	12.2	1036	sugg. start load; 1.645" OAL; 24,900 cup
210	Cast #429215 gas check	15.2	1228	max load; 1.645" OAL; 36,100 cup
255	Cast #429244 gas check	10.5	892	sugg. start load; 1.680" OAL; 21,500 cup
255	Cast #429244 gas check	12.2	1119	max load; 1.680" OAL; 35,300 cup
300	Cast #429650 gas check	8.5	796	sugg. start load; 1.700" OAL; 24,800 cup
300	Cast #429650 gas check	10.0	907	max load; 1.700" OAL; 34,900 cup
Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol, Std. & Magnum; Lyman shell holder: No. 7; cast bullets used sized to .429" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-20"; groove dia.: .429"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Sierra Jacketed HC	11.4	970	sugg. start load; 17,400 cup
180	Sierra Jacketed HC	13.9	1262	max load; 34,400 cup
200	Hornady Jacketed HP	11.0	894	sugg. start load; 18,500 cup
200	Hornady Jacketed HP	13.6	1164	max load; 36,300 cup
225	Speer Jacketed HP	10.2	865	sugg. start load; 20,800 cup
225	Speer Jacketed HP	12.6	1123	max load; 36,500 cup
240	Sierra Jacketed HC	9.9	854	sugg. start load; 23,700 cup
240	Sierra Jacketed HC	12.3	1072	max load; 35,800 cup
Handgun Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol, Std. & Magnum; Lyman shell holder: No. 7; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-20"; groove dia.: .429"; 1.610" OAL (except where otherwise specified in remarks)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Hornady Lead SWC	10.8	1,135	primer: Federal 150; considerable leading
in a 5-Inch Super Blackhawk All loads in Remington brass. Velocities taken on an Oehler Model 32 Chronotach with Model 61 Skyscreens; 10 feet instrumental converted to muzzle velocity. Average temperature, 44 degrees. Test gun was a Mag-na-port Mark V (modified Super Blackhawk) with 5-inch barrel. Group Avg. = average of three 5-shot groups, 25 yards, arm rest.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Cast #429348	11.9	1096	sugg. start load; 1.420" OAL; 23,300 cup
180	Cast #429348	15.8	1359	max load; 1.420" OAL; 36,900 cup
200	Cast #429303 gas check	12.3	1043	sugg. start load; 1.692" OAL; 22,600 cup
200	Cast #429303 gas check	15.5	1289	max load; 1.692" OAL; 36,700 cup
215	Cast #429215 gas check	12.2	1036	sugg. start load; 1.645" OAL; 24,900 cup
215	Cast #429215 gas check	15.2	1228	max load; 1.645" OAL; 36,100 cup
232	Cast #429360	9.9	887	sugg. start load; 1.655" OAL; 16,000 cup
232	Cast #429360	13.3	1145	max load; 1.655" OAL; 36,100 cup
245	Cast #429421	11.4	927	sugg. start load; 1.710" OAL; 20,500 cup
245	Cast #429421	13.1	1125	max load; 1.710" OAL; 36,500 cup
245	Cast #429244 gas check	10.5	892	sugg. start load; 1.680" OAL; 21,500 cup
245	Cast #429244 gas check	12.2	1119	max load; 1.680" OAL; 35,300 cup
Pistol Data Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: 1.280"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 7; cast bullets used size to .429" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-20"; groove diameter: .429". Cast bullet #'s 429303, 429215, 429360, 429244, 429421 list overall lengths that exceed the maximum of 1.610" and are suitable only for the Thompson/Center Contender or similar firearms that will accept cartridges of these dimensions. The data listed for these bullets take this extra length into consideration.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	7.0	591
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	7.4	685
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	7.9	794
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	8.3	903
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	8.8	1005	maximum load
Using 240 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Ruger New Model Blackhawk (Bisley); barrel length: 5 1/2-inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .430"; Hornady HP-XTP and CL-SIL COAL: 1.600"; SWC-HP and SWC COAL: 1.610"; maximum COAL: 1.610"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.275".

.44 Russian

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
190	Bull-X SWC	6.3	678	OAL: 1.29 inches; moderate pressure
190	Bull-X SWC	7.0	725	OAL: 1.29 inches; normal pressure; tied for best accuracy at short range
215	Bull-X SWC	6.8	742	OAL: 1.31 inches; moderate pressure; 6th best accuracy
240	Bull-X SWC	7.0	783	OAL: 1.31 inches; maximum pressure; most accurate and best all-around load
240	Lyman 429421 HP	7.0	819	OAL: 1.31 inches; maximum pressure
240	Rainier TCJ	6.8	703	OAL: 1.29 inches; near maximum pressure; good load
240	Rainier TCJ	7.0	750	OAL: 1.29 inches; maximum pressure; very accurate
The test gun was a Colt Single Action Army .44 Special with a 7 1/2-inch barrel. All test loads used Remington cases and Remington 2 1/2 primers.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
245	Lyman 429383 RN	6.0	824	maximum; modern guns only
Test gun was a Colt New Frontier with a 7 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and Federal 150 Large Pistol primers used throughout.

.44 Smith & Wesson / .44 S&W Special

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
238	Lyman 429421	10.0	953	case expansion maximum; poor accuracy
230	Taurus SWC HP	10.0	991	case expansion maximum; uniform velocities
240	Taurus SWC	10.0	954	case expansion maximum; bullets sized to 0.4275 inch; very accurate
240	Hornady SWC	9.0	866	case expansion near maximum
180	Sierra HP	12.0	1,173	case expansion maximum; high velocity; accurate; light recoil
200	Speer HP	9.5	833	case expansion normal; good load in short barrels
200	Speer HP	11.0	1,083	case expansion maximum
240	Speer Magnum HP	10.2	1,074	case expansion maximum
240	Sierra HP	10.0	1,081	case expansion near maximum; fifth-place accuracy; highest velocity with heavy bullets
Loads designated maximum or near maximum must not be used in old or light-frame revolvers!
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Hornady LSWC	7.5	760	bullet diam.: .430"; COL: 1.470"; 13,600 cup
246	Rem LRN	7.7	775	bullet diam.: .431"; COL: 1.570"; 13,800 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 6.5"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.155"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	RCBS 44-250-KT	7.5	923	group (inches): 3.0
250	Lyman 424383 RN	7.5	873	group (inches): 3.0
200	MG 200	7.5	846	group (inches): 3.0
180	Lyman 429348 WC	7.5	917	group (inches): 1.5
190	Bull-X 190 SWC	7.5	851	group (inches): 3.0
Colt Peacemaker Loads SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Cast LRNFP	7.1	936	start load; COL: 1.400"; 10,500 cup
185	Cast LRNFP	7.9	1050	max load; COL: 1.400"; 14,000 cup
200	Cast LRNFP	7.0	838	start load; COL: 1.450"; 8,800 cup
200	Cast LRNFP	8.2	1002	max load; COL: 1.450"; 12,600 cup
200	Nosler JHP	7.4	855	start load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 10,200 cup
200	Nosler JHP	8.2	951	max load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 12,800 cup
220	Berry's Bullets FP	7.1	814	start load; COL: 1.460"; 10,100 cup
220	Berry's Bullets FP	7.9	915	max load; COL: 1.460"; 12,800 cup
240	Cast LSWC	6.6	813	start load; COL: 1.450"; 10,200 cup
240	Cast LSWC	7.4	921	max load; COL: 1.450"; 13,300 cup
Hodgdon Data Case: Starline; barrel length: 8"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.155"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam. .430" (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Sierra hollow-point	12.0	1,173	case: W-W; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: maximum; high velocity; accurate; light recoil
200	Speer hollow-point	9.5	833	case: W-W; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: normal; good load in short barrels
200	Speer hollow-point	11.0	1,083	case: W-W; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: maximum
240	Speer magnum hollow-point	10.2	1,074	case: W-W; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: maximum
240	Sierra hollow-point	10.0	1,081	case: W-W; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: near max; fifth-place accuracy; highest velocity with heavy bullets
Jacketed Bullets Loads designated maximum or near max must not be used in old or light-frame revolvers!
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
238	Lyman 429421	10.0	953	case: R-P; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: maximum; poor accuracy
230	Taurus semiwadcutter hollow-point	10.0	991	case: W-W; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: maximum; uniform velocities
240	Taurus semiwadcutter	10.0	954	case: W-W; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: maximum; bullets sized to 0.4275 inch; very accurate
240	Hornady semiwadcutter	9.0	866	case: R-P; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: near max
Lead Bullets Loads designated maximum or near max must not be used in old or light-frame revolvers!
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Lead	6.8	697	start load; min OAL: 1.470
240	Lead	7.5	760	never exceed; min OAL: 1.470; 13,600 cup
246	Lead	6.9	698	start load; min OAL: 1.570
246	Lead	7.7	775	never exceed; min OAL: 1.570; 13,800 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Large Pistol Primer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
232	Cast #429360	6.7	666	sugg. start load; 9,800 cup
232	Cast #429360	8.0	774	max load; 13,400 cup
250	Cast #429244 gas check	6.2	584	sugg. start load; 8,400 cup
250	Cast #429244 gas check	7.5	765	max load; 14,000 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.152"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 7; cast bullets used size to .429" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-20"; groove diameter: .429". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .44 Smith & Wesson Special / .44 S&W Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Speer K	7.3	917	start charge
250	Speer K	8.0	1014	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.160"; trim-to length: 1.150"; max cart. OAL: 1.615"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Cimarron SAA; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: The 200-grain FN & CM, the 225-grain SWC GC and the 250-grain K bullets were cast in RCBS moulds. RCBS crimp-on gas checks used for the 225-grain SWC GC bullets. Maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Hornady HP-XTP	7.8	612
180	Hornady HP-XTP	8.2	691
180	Hornady HP-XTP	8.6	789
180	Hornady HP-XTP	9.0	882
180	Hornady HP-XTP	9.4	970	maximum load
200	Hornady HP-XTP	6.7	506	Do Not Reduce
200	Hornady HP-XTP	7.1	576
200	Hornady HP-XTP	7.4	663
200	Hornady HP-XTP	7.8	746
200	Hornady HP-XTP	8.1	829
200	Hornady HP-XTP	8.5	906	maximum load
240	Hornady HP-XTP or CL-SIL	6.2	609	Do Not Reduce
240	Hornady HP-XTP or CL-SIL	6.6	672
240	Hornady HP-XTP or CL-SIL	7.1	735
240	Hornady HP-XTP or CL-SIL	7.6	798	maximum load
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	6.3	602
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	6.8	684
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	7.2	766
240	Hornady SWC-HP or SWC	7.7	848	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Smith & Wesson 624; barrel length: 4 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: 0.430"; 180 GR Hornady HP-XTP COAL: 1.480"; FP-Cowboy COAL: 1.490"; 200 GR HP-XTP COAL: 1.470"; 240 GR HP-XTP & CL-SIL COAL: 1.480"; 240 GR SWC-HP & SWC COAL: 1.490"; maximum COAL: 1.500"; maximum length: 1.160"; trim to length: 1.150".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
223	Lyman 429215	9.0	1,030	group size: 1.00; very accurate
223	Lyman 429215	9.5	1,070	group size: .94; most accurate
214	Lyman 42798	9.5	1,060	group size: 2.25; fair
214	Lyman 42798	10.0		group size: 3.25; poor
185	Lyman 429215 Special	10.0	group size: 2.25; fair
185	Lyman 429215 Special	10.5	1,130	group size: 5.50; very poor
with light cast bullets All loads used W-W brass and CCI standard primers. Chronographing done at five feet from handgun's muzzle. Some loads showing little or no promise were not chronographed, to save time and components. All group shooting was done at twenty-five yards using a Lee pistol machine rest.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman 429421 Keith	8.0	929	extreme spread: 40
250	Lyman 429421 Keith	8.5	989	extreme spread: 38
+P and Standard for F A Model 1997 Warning! All data is also safe for postwar Smith & Wesson N-Frame revolvers. Barrel length of Freedom Arms Model 1997 is 4 1/2. Winchester brass was used in all loads as were CCI 300 primers, except Federal 155s were used with loads containing H-110, H-4227 and IMR-4227
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Cast #429667	7.4	724	sugg. start load; 1.500" OAL; 9,200 cup
240	Cast #429667	8.3	819	max load; 1.500" OAL; 13,000 cup; potentially most accurate load
245	Cast #429383	6.4	704	sugg. start load; 1.570" OAL; 7 1/2" barrel; 8,300 cup
245	Cast #429383	8.0	898	max load; 1.570" OAL; 7 1/2" barrel; 14,000 cup
245	Cast #429421	6.8	661	sugg. start load; 1.570" OAL; 9,000 cup
245	Cast #429421	8.1	780	max load; 1.570" OAL; 13,800 cup
255	Cast #429244 gas check	6.2	584	sugg. start load; 1.550" OAL; 8,400 cup
255	Cast #429244 gas check	7.5	765	max load; 1.550" OAL; 14,000 cup
Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.150"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 7; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4" (except where otherwise noted in remarks); twist: 1-20"; groove dia.: .429"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman/Keith 429421 (original)	8.0	935	overall loaded length (inches): 1.585
in a Colt New Frontier SAA Colt New Frontier SAA, 7 1/2-inch barrel. All the loads listed are within SAAMI pressure guidelines of 15,500 psi. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers were used throughout.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman 429421 Keith	8.5	1,003
in a Colt SAA (22,000 psi or less) A Colt Single Action Army with 7 1/2-inch barrel used to test these loads. Winchester cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout, except Federal 155 Magnums used with IMR-4227 and H-4227 powders.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman 429421 Keith	8.0	929	extreme spread (fps): 40
in a Freedom Arms 1997 (15,500 psi or less) A Freedom Arms Model 1997 with a 4 1/4-inch barrel was used in all these loads. Winchester cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman 429421 Keith	8.5	989	extreme spread (fps): 38
in a Freedom Arms Model 1997 (22,000 psi or less) A Freedom Arms Model 1997 with 4 1/4-inch barrel used to test fire these loads. Winchester cases and CCI 300 used in all loads, except Federal 155 Magnum used with IMR-4227 and H-4227 powders.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
254	Lyman/Keith 429421 cast	7.0	699	overall loaded length (inches): 1.575
254	Lyman/Keith 429421 cast	7.5	741	overall loaded length (inches): 1.575
254	Lyman/Keith 429421 cast	8.0	803	overall loaded length (inches): 1.575
in a Model 396 (Standard Pressure 15,500 psi) A 3 1/8-inch barreled Smith & Wesson Model 396 Mountain Lite AirLite Ti was used to test fire these loads. Starline cases and CCI 300 Large Pistol primers were used throughout. Maximum case length: 1.160 inches; trim-to length: 1.150 inches.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman/Keith 429421 (original)	8.0	919	overall loaded length (inches): 1.585
in a Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target (original), 4-inch barrel. All the loads listed are within SAAMI pressure guidelines of 15,500 psi. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers were used throughout.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman/Keith 429421 (original)	8.0	930	overall loaded length (inches): 1.585
in a USFA Colt USFA Colt Pattern Custom Keith No. 5, 5 1/2-inch barrel. All the loads listed are within SAAMI pressure guidelines of 15,500 psi. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers were used throughout.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman 429421 Keith	7.5	856	extreme spread (fps): 25
250	Lyman 429421 Keith	8.0	932	extreme spread (fps): 27
in an S&W New Century (15,500 psi or less) A Smith & Wesson New Century (Triple Lock) Target revolver with a 6 1/2-inch barrel was used to fire these loads. Winchester cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman 429421 semiwadcutter	7.5	856
250	Lyman 429421 semiwadcutter	8.0	932
New Century Test gun was a Smith & Wesson New Century Target with a 6 1/2-inch barrel. Winchester cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 55 degrees Fahrenheit. All data has been tested in laboratories and is within SAAMI maximum pressure limits of 15,500 psi.

.44 WCF / .44-40 Winchester

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	H&G 241 SWC	10.5	1,390	muzzle energy: 858 ft-lbs; maximum; most powerful load; very accurate
cast bullets Pistol: Colt New Frontier 7 1/2-inch barrel. Primer: CCI 300. Case: W-W.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer 200 HP	9.0	782	group (inches): SC
200	Nosler 200 HP	9.0	766	group (inches): 2.5
210	Sierra 210 JHC	9.0	799	group (inches): 2.25
200	RCBS 44-200-FN	9.0	843	group (inches): 2.5
200	MG 44-200	9.0	836	group (inches): 1.5
200	SAECO 200	9.0	962	group (inches): 2.0
190	Bull-X 190 SWC	9.0	883	group (inches): 2.0
Colt Peacemaker Loads SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Cast LRNFP	8.4	821	starting load; 6,700 cup
200	Cast LRNFP	9.3	913	maximum load; 11,200 cup
Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Winchester; barrel length: 6"; twist: 1:36"; trim length: 1.295"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .430"; COL: 1.600"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer JHP	10.5	1,360	muzzle energy: 820 ft-lbs; excellent accuracy
200	Hornady JHP	10.5	1,350	muzzle energy: 808 ft-lbs; most accurate jacketed bullet load
Jacketed Bullet
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer Jacketed HP	8.6	746	sugg. start load; 1.592" OAL; 11,100 cup
200	Speer Jacketed HP	9.6	868	max load; 1.592" OAL; 12,300 cup
200	Cast #427666	7.5	727	sugg. start load; 1.580" OAL; 5,900 cup
200	Cast #427666	9.4	988	max load; 1.580" OAL; 12,300 cup
205	Cast #427098	7.4	773	sugg. start load; 1.592" OAL; 5,700 cup
205	Cast #427098	9.3	961	max load; 1.592" OAL; 12,400 cup
Handgun Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.295"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14B; cast bullets used sized to .429" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 6"; twist: 1-20"; groove dia.: .428"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Lyman 42798	7.5	779	25-yard group (inches): 1.80
200	Laser-Cast RN FP BB .427	8.0	718	25-yard group (inches): 1.46
in a Colt Lightning
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Hornady HP-XTP	8.8	645
200	Hornady HP-XTP	9.4	722
200	Hornady HP-XTP	10.1	799
200	Hornady HP-XTP	10.4	875	maximum load
Revolver Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Colt Frontier Six-Shooter; barrel length: 4 3/4-inches; case: Starline; primer: Federal #150; bullet diameter for the 205 GR FP Cowboy: .427" bullet diameter for the 200 GR HP-XTP: .430"; HP-XTP COAL: 1.600"; FP Cowboy COAL: 1.570"; maximum COAL: 1.592"; maximum case length: 1.305"; trim to length: 1.295".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
210	Lyman 42798	7.5	578	OAL: 1.58 inches; group (inches): 3.38
210	Lyman 42798	8.0	650	OAL: 1.58 inches; group (inches): 3.00
210	Lyman 42798	8.5	664	OAL: 1.58 inches; group (inches): 1.50
210	Lyman 42798	9.0	830	OAL: 1.58 inches; group (inches): 3.00
210	Lyman 42798	9.5	902	OAL: 1.58 inches; group (inches): 3.75
210	NEI 205-429PB	7.5	594	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 2.06
210	NEI 205-429PB	8.0	629	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 2.75
210	NEI 205-429PB	8.5	676	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 1.88
210	NEI 205-429PB	9.0	723	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 4.19
210	NEI 205-429PB	9.5	792	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 4.00
216	P&C 44-215CP	9.0	825	OAL: 1.59 inches; group (inches): 3.00
216	P&C 44-215CP	9.5	852	OAL: 1.59 inches; group (inches): 2.75
216	P&C 44-215SWC	7.0	575	OAL: 1.63 inches; group (inches): 3.00
216	P&C 44-215SWC	7.5	624	OAL: 1.63 inches; group (inches): 3.13
216	P&C 44-215SWC	8.0	692	OAL: 1.63 inches; group (inches): 3.31
216	P&C 44-215SWC	9.0	765	OAL: 1.63 inches; group (inches): 3.00
216	P&C 44-215SWC	9.5	859	OAL: 1.63 inches; group (inches): 3.00
220	Lyman 429215	7.5	586	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 2.75
220	Lyman 429215	8.0	632	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 1.38
220	Lyman 429215	8.5	686	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 4.00
220	Lyman 429215	9.0	744	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 2.00
220	Lyman 429215	9.5	793	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 3.00
Revolver in a 4 3/4-inch Barrel All loads used Winchester brass and Winchester Large Pistol primers. All groups fired at 25 yards with gun mounted in Lee (now Mequon) Pistol Machine Rest. Average of 92 groups in Colt SAA 4 3/4-inch barrel - 3.10 inches.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
210	Lyman 42798	9.0	946	OAL: 1.58 inches; group (inches): 2.31
210	Lyman 42798	9.5	1,022	OAL: 1.58 inches; group (inches): 2.88
210	NEI 205-429PB	8.5	846	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 2.75
210	NEI 205-429PB	9.5	941	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 5.56
216	P&C 44-215CP	9.5	905	OAL: 1.59 inches; group (inches): 5.88 (4 in 1.50)
216	P&C 44-215SWC	9.0	923	OAL: 1.63 inches; group (inches): 2.13
216	P&C 44-215SWC	9.5	976	OAL: 1.63 inches; group (inches): 2.63
220	Lyman 429215	8.5	842	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 4.25
220	Lyman 429215	9.5	950	OAL: 1.65 inches; group (inches): 2.88
Revolver in a 7 1/2-inch Barrel All loads used Winchester brass. All loads used Winchester Large Pistol primers unless otherwise noted. All groups fired at 25 yards with gun mounted in Lee (now Mequon) Pistol Machine Rest. Average of 52 groups in Colt SAA 7 1/2 barrel - 3.05 inches.

.45 ACP

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Sierra JHP	9.5	1,034	primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.18; case expansion maximum; second highest velocity; not for target pistol
200	Speer JHP	7.5	796	primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.18; case expansion normal
200	Speer JHP	8.5	890	primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.18; case expansion near maximum; maximum for target pistols
200	Speer JHP	9.0	945	primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.18; case expansion maximum
JHP = jacketed hollowpoint; FMJ = full metal jacket; SWC = semiwadcutter; RNL = roundnose lead. Test Guns: Colt Gold Cup National Match and Colt service automatics. Ruger Convertible revolver with 4-5/8-inch barrel used for velocity comparisons. Federal cases used throughout tests. Velocities chronographed with Oehler Model 31 Chronotach and Model 51 electronic screens; velocities taken at ten feet; screen spacing, ten feet. Accuracy Goals: (five-shot groups - sandbag rest) - one inch at fifty feet; three to four inches at fifty yards.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Cast LSWC	8.2	996	start load; COL: 1.230"; 13,100 cup
155	Cast LSWC	8.8	1108	max load; COL: 1.230"; 17,200 cup
160	Barnes TAC-XP	7.4	954	start load; COL: 1.200"; 17,400 psi
160	Barnes TAC-XP	7.6	1032	max load; COL: 1.200"; 19,100 psi
180	LFP	7.6	919	start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 12,900 cup
180	LFP	8.4	1047	max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 16,900 cup
185	Hornady JSWC	7.4	853	start load; COL: 1.135"; 12,300 cup
185	Hornady JSWC	8.2	991	max load COL: 1.135"; 16,700 cup
200	Speer JHP	7.0	842	start load; COL: 1.155"; 11,100 cup
200	Speer JHP	7.6	941	max load; COL: 1.155"; 14,200 cup
200	Cast LSWC	7.4	875	start load; COL: 1.225"; 13,500 cup
200	Cast LSWC	8.2	966	max load; COL: 1.225"; 17,100 cup
230	LRN	6.3	813	start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 14,200 cup
230	LRN	6.8	892	max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 16,400 cup
230	Hornady FMJ FP	6.4	762	start load; COL: 1.200"; 12,900 cup
230	Hornady FMJ FP	7.0	867	max load; COL: 1.200"; 16,500 cup
Hodgdon Data Case: Winchester; twist: 1:16"; primer: Federal 150, Large Pistol; barrel length: 5"; trim length: .893"; bullet diam.: .451" (except where otherwise specified in remarks)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Rem MC HP	8.7	920	COL: 1.210"; 17,900 cup
200	Hornady LSWC	8.2	930	bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.170"; 17,900 cup
200	Speer JHP	8.1	880	COL: 1.170"; 17,700 cup
230	Rem LRN	7.5	960	COL: 1.270"; 17,800 cup
230	Rem MC	7.4	795	COL: 1.260"; 17,600 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .893"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .451" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Jacketed	7.4	838	start load; min OAL: 1.150
185	Jacketed	8.4	940	never exceed; min OAL: 1.150; 17,900 cup
200	Jacketed	7.2	792	start load; min OAL: 1.170
200	Jacketed	8.1	880	never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 17,700 cup
200	Lead	7.0	765	start load; min OAL: 1.170
200	Lead	8.2	930	never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 17,900 cup
230	Jacketed	6.7	724	start load; min OAL: 1.260
230	Jacketed	7.4	795	never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 17,600 cup
230	Lead	6.9	796	start load; min OAL: 1.270
230	Lead	7.5	860	never exceed; load; min OAL: 1.270; 17,800 cup
Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Cast #452389	5.3	663	sugg. start load; 8,900 cup
185	Cast #452389	7.9	988	max load; 17,600 cup
195	Cast #452488	5.3	639	sugg. start load; 8,600 cup
195	Cast #452488	7.8	977	max load; 17,500 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used size to .450" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .450". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .45 ACP Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Remington Jacketed SWC/FMJ	5.7	666	sugg. start load; 1.135" OAL; 7,900 cup
185	Remington Jacketed SWC/FMJ	7.7	1002	max load; 1.135" OAL; 17,000 cup
200	Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP	5.4	588	sugg. start load; 1.178" OAL; 7,100 cup
200	Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP	7.4	961	max load; 1.178" OAL; 18,000 cup
225	Speer Jacketed HP	4.8	552	sugg. start load; 1.243" OAL; 6,700 cup
225	Speer Jacketed HP	7.3	882	max load; 1.243" OAL; 17,300 cup
230	Speer TMJ	6.0	695	sugg. start load; 1.275" OAL; 11,200 cup
230	Speer TMJ	7.0	866	max load; 1.275" OAL; 17,400 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington, Federal; trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer Semi-wadcutter	5.8	800	maximum load
200	Speer Semi-wadcutter	5.3	728
230	Speer RN	6.5	848	maximum load
230	Speer RN	6.0	783
185	Speer TMJ Match	6.9	789	maximum load
185	Speer TMJ Match	6.3	678
200	Speer TMJ Combat	7.0	803	maximum load; developed for target velocity rather than at maximum pressure
200	Speer TMJ Combat	6.5	715	developed for target velocity rather than at maximum pressure
200	Speer Hollow Point	7.1	937	maximum load
200	Speer Hollow Point	6.5	884
230	Speer TMJ	6.9	892	maximum load
230	Speer TMJ	5.9	774
260	Speer Hollow Point	6.4	830	maximum load
260	Speer Hollow Point	5.8	752
Speer Reloading Manual #11 gun: Colt Gov't. Model; barrel: 5"; twist: 1-16; cases: Speer; primers: CCI-300; maximum loads listed should be used with caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer LSWC	5.3	728	start charge
200	Speer LSWC	5.8	800	maximum charge
230	Speer LRN	6.0	783	start charge
230	Speer LRN	6.5	848	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.898"; trim-to length: 0.888"; max cart. OAL: 1.275"; RCBS shell holder: #3; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: SIG P220; barrel length: 4.4"; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: These loads were developed and tested for safe use in HANDGUNS. Not all loads may be suitable for use in a carbine or rifle chambered for this cartridge. If loading for a carbine or rifle, choose from among the loads developing the highest handgun velocities and load just a few rounds. Thoroughly test this small sample in your firearm in slow-fire mode, insuring that you achieve proper feeding and ejection. Be certain that all bullets exit the barrel; watching the target for each bullet strike is the best way to know that the load produces sufficient gas volume for a longer barrel. NOTE: Do not use the 230-GR TMJ RN loads with Gold Dot HP; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	8.2	897
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	8.4	932
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	8.6	981
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	8.8	1023
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	9.1	1065	maximum load
Using 185 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Ruger SR1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .451"; HP-XTP COAL: 1.225"; FMJ SWC COAL: 1.135"; maximum COAL: 1.275"; maximum case length: .898"; trim to length: .888".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Hornady HP-XTP	7.5	840
200	Hornady HP-XTP	7.8	870
200	Hornady HP-XTP	8.0	900
200	Hornady HP-XTP	8.3	929	maximum load
Using 200 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Ruger SR1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .451"; HP-XTP COAL: 1.230"; SWC COAL: 1.200"; L-C/T COAL: 1.225"; maximum COAL: 1.275"; maximum case length: .898"; trim to length: .888".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
230	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	6.5	770
230	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	6.7	807
230	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	7.0	851
230	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	7.3	896
230	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	7.6	939	maximum load
Using 230 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Ruger SR1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .451"; HP-XTP and HAP COAL: 1.230"; LRN COAL: 1.245"; maximum COAL: 1.275"; maximum case length: .898"; trim to length: .888".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Lyman #452460	5.3	704	sugg. start load; 9,100 cup; case: Federal
200	Lyman #452460	7.3	993	max load; 17,000 cup; case: Federal
200	Lyman #452630	6.4	660	sugg. start load; 9,300 cup
200	Lyman #452630	8.0	933	max load; 16,700 cup
200 GR Lyman Cast Bullet Data cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used; Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"; Lyman #452460 OAL: 1.161"; Lyman #452630 OAL: 1.235" (Lyman Cast Bullet Manual 4th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Lyman #452374	5.5	662	sugg. start load; 8,800 cup
225	Lyman #452374	7.5	955	max load; 18,000 cup
225 GR Lyman Cast Bullet Data cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used; Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"; OAL: 1.272" (Lyman Cast Bullet Manual 4th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
193	Metallic #68 SWC	7.0	760	case: W-W; primer: WLP; normal
225	Carroll FN	7.3	816	case: Speer; primer: WLP; near max
230	Bull-X FN	7.0	733	case: W-W; primer: WLP; normal; very accurate
Cast Bullets 5" barrel. Test gun was Colt Double Eagle with five-inch barrel. All groups five shots each from sandbag rest; 20-yard indoor range.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Cast #452460	5.3	704	sugg. start load; 1.161" OAL; case: Federal 9,100 cup
200	Cast #452460	7.3	993	max load; 1.161" OAL; case: Federal; 17,000 cup
200	Cast #452630	6.4	660	sugg. start load; 1.235" OAL; 9,300 cup
200	Cast #452630	8.0	933	max load; 1.235" OAL; 16,700 cup
225	Cast #452374	5.5	662	sugg. start load; 1.272" OAL; 8,800 cup
225	Cast #452374	7.5	955	max load; 1.272" OAL; 18,000 cup
Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"

.45 Auto Rim

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
230	Jacketed	6.0	666	start load; min OAL: 1.260
230	Jacketed	6.7	731	never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 14,960 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer LSWC	5.5	708	start charge
200	Speer LSWC	6.0	770	maximum charge
250	Speer LSWC	6.3	691	start charge
250	Speer LSWC	6.7	782	maximum charge
230	Speer GDHP, GDHP SB or 225 GR Colt JHP	6.5	782	start charge
230	Speer GDHP, GDHP SB or 225 GR Colt JHP	7.0	850	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.898"; trim-to length: 0.888"; max cart. OAL: 1.275"; RCBS shell holder: #8; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: S&W Model 25-2; barrel length: 6.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
230	RCBS 45-225	7.0	820	diameter: 0.452 in.; factory equivalent
in a Colt Velocities represent five-shot averages taken ten feet from the muzzles of the test revolvers and measured on an Oehler Model 33 Chronotach. Colt Model 17 barrel, 5 1/2 inches, Webley Mark VI barrel, 6 inches. Range temperature, 87 degrees F. No wind. CCI 300 primers used with all loads. Five of every type of cast bullet used in the range tests were checked on a Saeco hardness tester. Average hardness level of alloy, 6 1/2.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer JHP	6.6	736	group (inches): 2.00
250	Laser Cast RN/FP	6.4	874	group (inches): 4.63
in a Colt 1917 All group figures are for 10 rounds fired with the revolvers mounted in a Ransom Pistol Machine Rest. The RCBS and Redding/SAECO bullets cast by Mike were poured of 1/20 (tin to lead) alloy, sized .452 inch and lubed with SPG. The AA Limited and Laser Cast bullets were sized .452 inch. The Speer 225-grain JHP was .451 inch, and the Remington 250-grain RN/FP was .453 inch. All loads used Remington brass and Winchester Large Pistol primers and were assembled with a set of Lyman .45 ACP dies.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
230	RCBS 45-225	7.0	739	diameter: 0.452 in.; factory equivalent
in a Webley Velocities represent five-shot averages taken ten feet from the muzzles of the test revolvers and measured on an Oehler Model 33 Chronotach. Colt Model 17 barrel, 5 1/2 inches, Webley Mark VI barrel, 6 inches. Range temperature, 87 degrees F. No wind. CCI 300 primers used with all loads. Five of every type of cast bullet used in the range tests were checked on a Saeco hardness tester. Average hardness level of alloy, 6 1/2.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer JHP	6.6	684	group (inches): 2.13
250	Laser Cast RN/FP	6.4	915	group (inches): 2.25
in an S&W 1950 All group figures are for 10 rounds fired with the revolvers mounted in a Ransom Pistol Machine Rest. The RCBS and Redding/SAECO bullets cast by Mike were poured of 1/20 (tin to lead) alloy, sized .452 inch and lubed with SPG. The AA Limited and Laser Cast bullets were sized .452 inch. The Speer 225-grain JHP was .451 inch, and the Remington 250-grain RN/FP was .453 inch. All loads used Remington brass and Winchester Large Pistol primers and were assembled with a set of Lyman .45 ACP dies.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer JHP	6.6	717	group (inches): 2.50
250	Laser Cast RN/FP	6.4	912	group (inches): 3.75
in an S&W 1955 All group figures are for 10 rounds fired with the revolvers mounted in a Ransom Pistol Machine Rest. The RCBS and Redding/SAECO bullets cast by Mike were poured of 1/20 (tin to lead) alloy, sized .452 inch and lubed with SPG. The AA Limited and Laser Cast bullets were sized .452 inch. The Speer 225-grain JHP was .451 inch, and the Remington 250-grain RN/FP was .453 inch. All loads used Remington brass and Winchester Large Pistol primers and were assembled with a set of Lyman .45 ACP dies.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Hornady JHP	6.7	791	Primer: Fed. 150; ME: 345; barely acceptable accuracy
Load Data All loads in Remington brass. Velocities taken on an Oehler M-10 Chronograph; 7 1/2 feet instrumental converted to muzzle velocity. Average temperature, 66 degrees. Test gun was an S&W M1917 with 5 1/2-inch barrel.

.45 Colt

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lyman 454424	9.0	883	group (inches): 2.0
246	RCBS 45-246	9.0		group (inches): 2.0
250	Speer 250 LSWC	9.0	820
240	Sierra 240 JHC	9.0	933	group (inches): 2.5
Colt Peacemaker Loads Source: Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
160	Cast LRNFP	8.0	842	start load; COL: 1.500"; 7,700 psi
160	Cast LRNFP	10.8	1138	max load; COL: 1.500"; 13,200 psi
180	Cast LRNFP	8.4	830	start load; COL: 1.540"; 8,300 psi
180	Cast LRNFP	10.5	1048	max load; COL: 1.540"; 12,700 psi
200	Cast LRNFP	7.9	791	start load; COL: 1.600"; 8,600 psi
200	Cast LRNFP	10.0	986	max load; COL: 1.600"; 12,100 psi
200	Hornady XTP	8.8	833	start load; COL: 1.600"; 10,200 psi
200	Hornady XTP	10.2	976	max load; COL: 1.600"; 12,700 psi
215	Cast LRNFP	8.3	760	start load; COL: 1.650"; 7,900 psi
215	Cast LRNFP	10.0	935	max load; COL: 1.650"; 11,300 psi
225	Hornady FTX	8.3	762	start load; COL: 1.600"; 9,000 psi
225	Hornady FTX	10.2	974	max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,400 psi
250	Cast LRNFP	8.2	786	start load; COL: 1.600"; 10,600 psi
250	Cast LRNFP	9.0	864	max load; COL: 1.600"; 12,200 psi
250	Hornady XTP	7.0	653	start load; COL: 1.595"; 9,900 psi
250	Hornady XTP	8.6	834	max load; COL: 1.595"; 13,600 psi
260	Speer JHP	7.0	574	start load; COL: 1.595"; 8,700 psi
260	Speer JHP	8.6	772	max load; COL: 1.595"; 12,900 psi
230	Cast LRNFP	8.0	766	start load; COL: 1.580"; 9,300 psi
230	Cast LRNFP	9.2	898	max load; COL: 1.580"; 11,800 psi
Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Winchester; barrel length: 7.25"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 1.280"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .452". NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lead	9.1	813	start load; min. OAL: 1.600
250	Lead	10.0	885	never exceed; min. OAL: 1.600; 13,500 cup
Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	8.6	839	maximum load
250	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	8.1	782	most accurate load tested
250	Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point	7.6	725
(Single Action Army and Replicas) - Handgun (Using Nosler Bullets) handgun: barrel: Douglas, length: 7.25", twist: 1-16"; case: Winchester; primer: Rem. 2 1/2; OACL: 1.590"; maximum SAAMI overall cartridge length: 1.600"; use maximum loads with caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer CAV	9.5	1019	start charge
225	Speer CAV	10.3	1071	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.600"; RCBS shell holder: #20; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Winchester Model 95 "Trapper"; barrel length: 16"; bullets: 225-grain Speer CAV or 230-grain Speer CM; bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Hornady FTX	9.8	900	maximum load; DO NOT REDUCE
Handgun (FTX Data) max. case length: 1.230"; case trim length: 1.215"; bullet diameter: .452"; pistol: Ruger Blackhawk; barrel: 7 1/2" 1 in 16" twist; case: Starline; primer: WLP; bullet: 225 GR. FTX; maximum COL: 1.645"; sectional density: .157; ballistic coefficient: .140; use maximum loads with caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer CAV or 230 CM	9.5	793	start charge
225	Speer CAV or 230 CM	10.3	917	maximum charge
255	Speer SWC	9.0	808	start charge
255	Speer SWC	10.0	865	maximum charge
230	Speer GDHP SB or GDHP or 225 JHP	10.3	836	start charge
230	Speer GDHP SB or GDHP or 225 JHP	11.0	962	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.600"; RCBS shell holder: #20; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Colt Single Action Army; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: the 255 SWC, 225 CAV & 230 CM bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer Jacketed HP	9.5	679	sugg. start load; 1.557" OAL
200	Speer Jacketed HP	11.8	950	max load; 1.557" OAL
Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; firearms used: Universal Receiver & Ruger Blackhawk; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
242	Lyman 452490	10.0	784	charge: plus one grain of Dacron filler; extreme spread (fps): 46; excellent field load
in a 4-3/4 Ruger Blackhawk Velocities represent five-shot averages measured ten feet from the muzzle of a Ruger Blackhawk by an Oehler Model 33 Chronotach. Ruger barrel was 4-3/4 inches long. Temperature was 60 degrees F. All loads made up with Remington cases and CCI Large Pistol primers. All bullets sized 0.452 inch. Each of the above combinations grouped three inches or less, extreme spread, at twenty-five yards with the test revolvers handheld and supported by sandbags.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Hornady FTX	9.8	923	maximum load
Revolver (using 225 GR Hornady Bullets) Gun: Ruger New Model (Bisley) Blackhawk; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WLP; bullet diameter: .452"; COAL: 1.645; maximum COAL: 1.600"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.215";
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Oregon Trail Laser-Cast RNFP	9.5	860
Traditional Handload Data All loads, fired from a 4 3/4-inch barreled USFA Pre-War SAA, produced between 850 and 870 fps average velocity and are thus listed at 860 fps to more or less duplicate traditional .45 Colt ballistics. Starline cases and CCI 300 Large Pistol primers were used throughout. Overall loaded length: 1.575 inches. Bullet diameter: .452 inch used herein (.454 inch suggested for guns with throats .454 or larger); maximum case length: 1.285 inches; trim-to case length: 1.275 inches.

.45 Smith & Wesson Schofield / .45 S&W Schofield

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer CAV	6.5	606	start charge
225	Speer CAV	7.2	692	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 Cowboy Action Shooting Data; max. case length: 1.090"; trim-to length: 1.080"; max cart. OAL: 1.430"; RCBS shell holder: #35; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Colt Single Action Army; barrel length: 5.5"; a 230-GR Speer CM can also be used for these loads; NOTE: these bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION

.45 Winchester Magnum

	Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
	200	Speer JSP	15	1,668	5/16
	Contender loads THESE LOADS ARE NOT FOR USE IN ANY OTHER GUN EXCEPT THE CONTENDER. None was maximum in the test barrel, but are based on pressure used in W-W factory ammunition. All groups in three-shot strings with scope from bench over sandbag rest. .45 Winchester Magnum, Contender 10-in. barrel; W-W cases; CCI 350 magnum primers; Oehler 34/50 chronograph system; velocity instrumental at 15 ft converted to muzzle velocity; temperature 70 degrees.

.455 Colt-Eley

	Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
	250	Remington Lead RN	8.0	666	case expansion: normal; accuracy class: B
	Test revolver was Colt New Service with 5 1/2-inch barrel. All loads employed Dominion (Canadian) .455 Colt cases. Federal No. 150 Large Pistol primers used in all handloads. Oehler Model 31 Chronograph and Model 51 screens used to measure velocities. Velocities are instrumental, measured 8 feet from muzzle (not corrected to muzzle velocity). Lyman 3-die reloading set used to resize cases and seat bullets. The following accuracy classification system was used in these tests: A+ = 1-inch or less at 20 yards; A = 1 1/16 - 1 1/2 inches; B = 1 9/16 - 2 inches; C = 2 1/16 - 2 1/2 inches; D = Over 2 1/2 inches.

10mm Auto

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Remington JHP	8.5	1,310	34,400 psi
180	Winchester JHP	7.6	1,155	34,400 psi
200	Hornady XTP	6.6	1,045	35,800 psi
IMR Data - Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .987"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .400"; COL: 1.250"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Jacketed	8.2	1262	start load; min OAL: 1.250
155	Jacketed	8.5	1310	never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 34,400 psi
180	Jacketed	7.3	1111	start load; min OAL: 1.250
180	Jacketed	7.6	1155	never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 34,400 psi
200	Jacketed	6.1	968	start load; min OAL: 1.250
200	Jacketed	6.6	1045	never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 35,800 psi
Lee Precision Data Large Pistol Primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Hornady HP-XTP	8.8	1287
155	Hornady HP-XTP	9.3	1318
155	Hornady HP-XTP	9.8	1349
155	Hornady HP-XTP	10.3	1388
155	Hornady HP-XTP	10.9	1426
155	Hornady HP-XTP	11.4	1450	maximum load
180	Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC	6.8	1056
180	Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC	7.3	1100
180	Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC	7.8	1141
180	Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC	8.3	1199
180	Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC	8.8	1238	maximum load
200	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	6.2	954
200	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	6.7	1001
200	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	7.1	1055
200	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	7.5	1112
200	Hornady HP-XTP or HAP	8.0	1167	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber Stainless Target II; barrel length: 5"; case: Starline; primer: Win. Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; COAL: 1.260"; maximum COAL: 1.260"; maximum case length: .992; trim to length: .982.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Hornady JHP	8.0	1,133	case expansion moderate
155	Hornady JHP	9.0	1,219	case expansion normal
150	Sierra JHP	9.5	1,276	case expansion near maximum; accurate
170	Nosler JHP	9.0	1,198	case expansion near maximum
Jacketed Bullets Test pistol was a Colt Delta Elite with a five-inch barrel. All loads used Federal F-150 primers. Special care should be exercised to differentiate between HS-7 and AAC-7 powders!

9mm Luger / 9mm Parabellum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
147	Hornady HPBT-XTP	3.4	777	overall loaded length (inches): 1.100
147	Hornady HPBT-XTP	4.5	999	overall loaded length (inches): 1.100
147	Hornady HPBT-XTP	4.9	1071	overall loaded length (inches): 1.100
(147 GR) Handload Data A 5-inch barreled Kimber Model 1911 Team Match II was used to shoot all loads in Starline cases with Winchester Small Pistol primers. SAAMI minimum cartridge overall length: 1.000 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.169 inches; maximum case length: .754 inch; trim to length: .744 inch.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Barnes XPB	5.4	1225	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
115	Barnes XPB	5.9	1269	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
115	Barnes XPB	6.4	1319	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
115	Hornady HP-XTP	5.2	1141	overall loaded length (inches): 1.075
115	Hornady HP-XTP	6.1	1297	overall loaded length (inches): 1.075
115	Hornady HP-XTP	6.4	1348	overall loaded length (inches): 1.075
115	Speer Gold Dot HP	5.0	1092	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
115	Speer Gold Dot HP	6.5	1348	overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
(90 & 115 GR) Handload Data A 5-inch barreled Kimber Model 1911 Team Match II was used to shoot all loads in Starline cases with Winchester Small Pistol primers. SAAMI minimum cartridge overall length: 1.000 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.169 inches; maximum case length: .754 inch; trim to length: .744 inch.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
126	Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560)	5.0	932	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal; best accuracy with Magma bullets
126	Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560)	5.3	1,012	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal
125	SAECO SWC Cast (Sized .355 inch)	5.0	889	OAL (inches): 1.09; case expansion: moderate
125	SAECO SWC Cast (Sized .355 inch)	5.5	985	OAL (inches): 1.09; case expansion: normal; third best accuracy with SAECO bullets
130	Ohaus Cast (Sized .3565 inch)	5.0	972	OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: normal; best accuracy with Ohaus bullets
124	Hornady Swaged (Sized .355 inch)	5.0	864	OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: moderate
124	Hornady Swaged (Sized .355 inch)	5.5	974	OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: normal; fifth best accuracy with Hornady bullets
125	Alberts Swaged (Sized .3565 inch)	5.5	950	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max; fifth best accuracy
in a Beretta Federal cases and Federal 100 Small Pistol primers used for all loads. Velocities are instrumental at 10 feet from the muzzle, using Oehler Model 31 chronotach and Oehler Model 51 electronic screens with 10-foot spacing. Barrel lengths of test gun: Beretta, 5-inch barrel.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
126	Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560)	5.0	938	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal; best accuracy with Magma bullets
130	Ohaus Cast (Sized .3565 inch)	5.0	988	OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: normal; best accuracy with Ohaus bullets
124	Hornady Swaged (Sized .355 inch)	5.5	1,012	OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: normal; fifth best accuracy with Hornady bullets
125	Alberts Swaged (Sized .3565 inch)	5.5	992	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max; second best accuracy in Ruger
in a Ruger Federal cases and Federal 100 Small Pistol primers used for all loads. Velocities are instrumental at 10 feet from the muzzle, using Oehler Model 31 chronotach and Oehler Model 51 electronic screens with 10-foot spacing. Barrel lengths of test gun: Ruger, 4 1/2-inch barrel.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Lead Round Nose	4.5	1027	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.100"; 25,000 psi
115	Lead Round Nose	5.2	1145	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.100"; 31,600 psi
124	Berry's Bullets HBRN TP	4.9	967	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 27,100 psi
124	Berry's Bullets HBRN TP	5.4	1066	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 30,800 psi
125	Lead Conical Nose	4.2	972	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 24,400 psi
125	Lead Conical Nose	4.8	1071	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 30,200 psi
125	Hornady HAP	3.9	868	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 27,200 psi
125	Hornady HAP	4.2	940	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 32,200 psi
125	Sierra FMJ	4.5	973	start load; COL: 1.090"; 25,700 psi
125	Sierra FMJ	4.9	1037	max load; COL: 1.090"; 28,700 psi
147	Hornady XTP	3.0	668	start load; COL: 1.100"; 21,800 psi
147	Hornady XTP	3.6	834	max load; COL: 1.100"; 29,900 psi
Hodgdon Data Using IMR Powder Case: Winchester; twist: 1:10"; primer: CCI 500, Small Pistol; barrel length: 4"; trim length: .750"; bullet diam.: .355" (except where otherwise specified in remarks.)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Rem JHP	6.3	1175	compressed load; COL: 1.110"; 30,600 cup
124	Rem MC	6.3	1160	compressed load; COL: 1.135"; 32,400 cup
147	Hornady XTP	4.4	950	COL: 1.130"; 32,700 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 4.0"; twist: 1:10"; trim length: .750"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Jacketed	6.0	1120	start load; min OAL: 1.110
115	Jacketed	6.3	1175	never exceed; min OAL: 1.110; 30,600 cup
124	Jacketed	5.6	1055	start load; min OAL: 1.135
124	Jacketed	6.3	1160	never exceed; min OAL: 1.135; 32,400 cup
147	XTP	3.9	855	start load; min OAL: 1.130
147	XTP	4.4	950	never exceed; min OAL: 1.130; 32,700 cup
Lee Precision Data Small pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
92	Cast #358242	5.3	1168	sugg. start load; OAL: 1.045"; 22,400 cup
92	Cast #358242	7.2	1380	max load; OAL: 1.045"; 30,500 cup
115	Cast #358345	4.2	1005	sugg. start load; OAL: .997"; 18,800 cup
115	Cast #358345	6.1	1284	max load; OAL: .997"; 32,000 cup
121	Cast #356402	4.0	925	sugg. start load; OAL: 1.110"; 12,500 cup
121	Cast #356402	5.5	1198	max load; OAL: 1.110"; 32,900 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition The trim-to length should be adhered to closely. A short case or crimp on the mouth can cause problems with headspace. Most popular cast bullet for this caliber is #356402. Cases: Federal (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .751"; primers: CCI 500 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .358" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-10"; groove diameter: .358"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
147	Speer GDHP or TMJ FN	4.2	841	start charge
147	Speer GDHP or TMJ FN	4.6	957	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.754"; trim-to length: 0.744"; max cart. OAL: 1.169"; RCBS shell holder: #16; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: S&W M5906; barrel length: 4"; 147-grain bullets not recommended for barrels longer than 10 inches; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: These loads were developed and tested for safe use in HANDGUNS. Not all loads may be suitable for use in a carbine or rifle chambered for this cartridge. If loading for a carbine or rifle, choose from among the loads developing the highest handgun velocities and load just a few rounds. Thoroughly test this small sample in your firearm in slow-fire mode, insuring that you achieve proper feeding and ejection. Be certain that all bullets exit the barrel; watching the target for each bullet strike is the best way to know that the load produces sufficient gas volume for a longer barrel. Use maximum loads with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	5.2	1141
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	5.5	1185
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	5.8	1242
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	6.1	1297
115	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN	6.4	1348	maximum load
Using 115 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber 1911; barrel length: 5-inch; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355"; HP-XTP COAL: 1.075"; FMJ-RN COAL: 1.100"; maximum COAL: 1.169"; maximum case length: .754"; trim to length: .749".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
124	Hornady HP-XTP	4.1	942
124	Hornady HP-XTP	4.6	1026
124	Hornady HP-XTP	5.0	1110
124	Hornady HP-XTP	5.5	1195	maximum load
Using 124 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber 1911; barrel length: 5-inch; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355"; COAL: 1.060"; maximum COAL: 1.169"; maximum case length: .754"; trim to length: .749".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
147	Hornady HP-BT-XTP	3.4	777
147	Hornady HP-BT-XTP	3.8	840
147	Hornady HP-BT-XTP	4.1	920
147	Hornady HP-BT-XTP	4.5	999
147	Hornady HP-BT-XTP	4.9	1071	maximum load
Using 147 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber 1911; barrel length: 5-inch; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355"; COAL: 1.100"; maximum COAL: 1.169"; maximum case length: .754"; trim to length: .749".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP	6.5	1178	max; compressed load; most accurate load tested; most accurate powder tested
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP	6.0	1083	compressed load; most accurate powder tested
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP	5.5	988	most accurate powder tested
Using Nosler Bullets Case: Winchester; primer: Rem 1 1/2; barrel length/make: 4" Douglas; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 115 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP - OACL: 1.100"; 124 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP - OACL: 1.120"; maximum OACL: 1.169". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Cast #356242	5.3	1168	sugg. start load; 22,400 cup; 1.045" OAL
90	Cast #356242	7.2	1380	max load; 30,500 cup; 1.045" OAL
147	Cast #356637	3.1	769	sugg. start load; 25,000 cup; 1.058" OAL
147	Cast #356637	3.6	896	max load; 30,700 cup; 1.058" OAL
Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: .751"; primers: CCI 500; primer size; Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .356" dia.and all #2 Alloy; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	5.0	1028	sugg. start load; 24,000 cup; 1.010" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	6.2	1352	max load; 31,900 cup; 1.010" OAL
95	Sierra FMJ	4.5	983	sugg. start load; 20,700 cup; 1.005" OAL
95	Sierra FMJ	5.8	1306	max load; 32,700 cup; 1.005" OAL
115	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	4.5	946	sugg. start load; 18,600 cup; 1.090" OAL
115	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	6.2	1147	max load; compressed powder charge; 28,100 cup; 1.090" OAL
Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: .751"; primers: CCI 500; primer size; Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
141	H&G 12B semiwadcutter	4.5	1,005	OAL (inches): 1.13; maximum
147	Redding/SAECO 929 semiwadcutter	4.0	930	OAL (inches): 1.16
147	Redding/SAECO 929 semiwadcutter	4.3	970	OAL (inches): 1.16
147	Lyman 358212 roundnose	4.0		OAL (inches): 1.17
147	Lyman 358212 roundnose	4.3		OAL (inches): 1.17
153	Redding/SAECO 910 roundnose	4.0	840	OAL (inches): 1.16; maximum
157	Lyman 356637 flatnose	4.0	860	OAL (inches): 1.15
157	Lyman 356637 flatnose	4.3	930	OAL (inches): 1.15; maximum
Cast Bullet Loads Reduce initial charge by 10% before working up. If the overall cartridge length is either increased or decreased, further reduce initial powder charges.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
124	Hornady HP-XTP	4.1	942	overall loaded length (inches): 1.060
124	Hornady HP-XTP	5.5	1195	overall loaded length (inches): 1.060
124	Speer Gold Dot HP	4.0	907	overall loaded length (inches): 1.120
124	Speer Gold Dot HP	5.5	1226	overall loaded length (inches): 1.120
Handload Data A 5-inch barreled Kimber Model 1911 Team Match II was used to shoot all loads in Starline cases with Winchester Small Pistol primers. SAAMI minimum cartridge overall length: 1.000 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.169 inches; maximum case length: .754 inch; trim to length: .744 inch.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady JHP	6.2	1,047	length (inches): 1.110; expansion: moderate; accuracy class: B+; good load, moderate velocity
in a 4-inch Barrel Test gun: S&W Model 39-2; R-P cases; Alcan SP primers.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
122	Bushwacker FP	5.0	1,080	primer: Federal 100; group (inches): 1.54; maximum
125	Bushwacker RN	5.4	1,140	primer: Federal 100; group (inches): 2.09; maximum; recoil sharp
125	Bushwacker SWC	5.4	1,158	primer: Federal 100; group (inches): 2.68
145	Bushwacker RN	4.8	1,046	primer: Federal 100; group (inches): 1.73
in an S & W Model 952-2 Cast Bullets A Smith & Wesson Model 952-2 PC with a 5-inch barrel and open sights was used for testing. Once-fired Federal cases were used throughout. Velocities were taken 12 feet from the muzzle with an Oehler M-35P chronograph. Accuracy is the average of three, five-shot groups at 25 yards from a sandbag rest. WSL=Winchester Super Lite; WSP=Winchester Small Pistol primer. Range temperatures were 58 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Sierra JHP	5.4	1,117	primer: Federal 100; group (inches): 1.32
in an S&W Model 952-2 (Jacketed Bullets) A Smith & Wesson Model 952-2 PC with a 5-inch barrel and open sights was used for testing. Once-fired Federal cases were used throughout. Velocities were taken 12 feet from the muzzle with an Oehler M-35P chronograph. Accuracy is the average of three, five-shot groups at 25 yards from a sandbag rest. Range temperatures were 58 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit.

9X21mm

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	6.9	1293	sugg. start load; 22,500 cup; 1.063" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	8.0	1480	max load; compressed powder charge; 31,000 cup; 1.063" OAL
115	Sierra Jacketed HP	5.8	1119	sugg. start load; 24,600 cup; 1.063" OAL
115	Sierra Jacketed HP	7.0	1323	max load; compressed powder charge; 32,800 cup; 1.063" OAL
124	Hornady FMJ/FP	5.0	887	sugg. start load; 20,800 cup; 1.090" OAL
124	Hornady FMJ/FP	6.5	1222	max load; 31,000 cup; 1.090" OAL
120	Cast #356402	4.8	826	sugg. start load; 18,100 cup; 1.169" OAL
120	Cast #356402	6.0	1228	max load; 29,500 cup; 1.169" OAL
147	Cast #356637	4.0	767	sugg. start load; 23,300 cup; 1.119" OAL
147	Cast #356637	4.7	930	max load; 31,800 cup; 1.119" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Geco; trim-to length: .830"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"