UNIVERSAL gunpowder handles the broadest spectrum of cartridges for both pistol and shotgun. This is the Clays gunpowder technology designed for 28 gauge shooters. From the 25 ACP to the 44 magnum and 28 gauge to 12 gauge, UNIVERSAL gunpowder provides outstanding performance. As with all the "CLAYS" gunpowder series powders, clean burning and uniformity are part of its attributes. Available in 1 lb., 4 lb. & 8 lb. containers.
| Shape | Color | Perforation | Diameter min | Diameter max | Length/thick. min | Length/thick. max | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| disk | Brown | No | 1.09 mm | 1.18 mm | 0.23 mm | 0.23 mm | Hodgdon Powder Company |
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| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 35 | Hornady XTP | 1.5 | 823 | start load; COL: .860"; 14,500 cup |
| 35 | Hornady XTP | 1.7 | 922 | max load; COL: .860"; 16,200 cup |
| 50 | Sierra FMJ | 1.2 | 620 | start load; COL: .900"; 12,000 cup |
| 50 | Sierra FMJ | 1.4 | 751 | max load; COL: .900"; 16,600 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Winchester; barrel length: 2"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .610"; primer: Federal 100M (except where otherwise specified in remarks); bullet diam.: .251"; never exceed maximum loads | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 35 | XTP | 1.5 | 822 | starting load; min OAL: 0.860 |
| 35 | XTP | 1.7 | 922 | NEVER EXCEED; min OAL: 0.860; 16,200 cup |
| 50 | Jacketed | 1.2 | 657 | starting load; min OAL: 0.900 |
| 50 | Jacketed | 1.4 | 751 | NEVER EXCEED; min OAL: 0.900p; 16,600 cup |
| Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 71 | Sierra FMJ | 2.2 | 781 | starting load; 11,600 cup |
| 71 | Sierra FMJ | 2.4 | 881 | maximum load; 14,900 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Winchester; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .675"; primer: Federal 100M; bullet diam.: .312"; COL: .978"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
 | 71 | Jacketed | 2.2 | 817 | start load; OAL: 0.978 |
| 71 | Jacketed | 2.4 | 881 | never exceed; OAL: 0.978; 14,900 cup |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 60 | Speer GDHP | 3.0 | 1021 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.680"; trim-to length: 0.675"; max cart. OAL: 0.984"; RCBS shell holder: #17; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Walter PP; barrel length: 3.80" maximum loads should be used with CAUTION; DO NOT REDUCE | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83 | Berry's Bullets HBWC | 2.9 | 911 | start load; COL: 1.095"; 14,600 cup; bullet diam.: .314" |
| 83 | Berry's Bullets HBWC | 3.4 | 1043 | max load; COL: 1.095"; 20,000 cup; bullet diam.: .314" |
| 85 | Hornady HP | 4.0 | 1090 | start load; COL: 1.290"; 18,400 cup; bullet diam.: .312" |
| 85 | Hornady HP | 4.3 | 1123 | max load; COL: 1.290"; 19,000 cup; bullet diam.: .312" |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 3.7 | 1008 | start load; COL: 1.340"; 16,900 cup; bullet diam.: .312" |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 4.0 | 1072 | max load; COL: 1.340"; 20,000 cup; bullet diam.: .312" |
| 90 | Hornady LSWC | 3.0 | 819 | start load; COL: 1.350"; 8,400 cup; bullet diam.: .314" |
| 90 | Hornady LSWC | 3.2 | 908 | max load; COL: 1.350"; 11,500 cup; bullet diam.: .314" |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 3.3 | 847 | start load; COL: 1.345"; 14,300 cup; bullet diam.: .312" |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 3.7 | 973 | max load; COL: 1.345"; 19,900 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 | |
| 85 | Jacketed | 4.0 | 1090 | start load; OAL: 1.290 |
| 85 | Jacketed | 4.3 | 1123 | never exceed; OAL: 1.290; 19,000 cup |
| 90 | Jacketed | 3.7 | 1008 | start load; OAL: 1.340 |
| 90 | Jacketed | 4.0 | 1072 | never exceed; OAL: 1.340; 20,000 cup |
| 90 | Lead | 3.0 | 819 | start load; OAL: 1.350 |
| 90 | Lead | 3.2 | 908 | never exceed; OAL: 1.350; 11,500 cup |
| 100 | Jacketed | 3.3 | 847 | start load; OAL: 1.345 |
| 100 | Jacketed | 3.7 | 973 | never exceed; OAL: 1.345; 19,900 cup |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 85 | Speer JHP | 4.1 | 1,119 | starting charge; COAL tested: 1.340" |
| 85 | Speer JHP | 4.5 | 1,198 | MAXIMUM charge; COAL tested: 1.340" |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 4.0 | 998 | starting charge; COAL tested: 1.345" |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 4.5 | 1,110 | MAXIMUM charge; COAL tested: 1.345" |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.075"; trim-to length: 1.065"; max cart. OAL: 1.350"; RCBS shell holder: #23; cart. case: Federal; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Ruger Single Six; barrel length: 5.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 3.7 | 904 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 4.0 | 987 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 4.3 | 1070 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 4.6 | 1154 | |
| using Sierra bullets Warning! 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | Gold Dot Hollow Point | 3.8 | 1,068 | starting load; 15,500 PSI |
| 60 | Gold Dot Hollow Point | 4.1 | 1,189 | maximum load; 20,200 PSI |
| 71 | Hornady FMJ/RN | 3.4 | 985 | starting load; 16,400 PSI |
| 71 | Hornady FMJ/RN | 3.8 | 1,087 | maximum load; 21,200 PSI |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Corbon; barrel length: 2.5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .670"; primer: Winchester SP; 60 gr bullet diam.: .312"; COL: .930"; 71 gr bullet dia.: .311"; COL: .940"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | Hornady JHP | 2.7 | 705 | starting load; COL: 1.160"; 8,000 cup |
| 85 | Hornady JHP | 3.0 | 865 | maximum load; COL: 1.160"; 12,000 cup |
| 90 | Hornady LSWC | 2.4 | 777 | starting load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.185"; 8,800 cup |
| 90 | Hornady LSWC | 2.7 | 844 | maximum load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.185"; 10,200 cup |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 2.6 | 676 | starting load; COL: 1.170"; 7,500 cup |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 2.9 | 838 | maximum load; COL: 1.170"; 11,200 cup |
| 98 | Speer LHBWC | 1.9 | 675 | starting load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: .920"; 6,100 cup |
| 98 | Speer LHBWC | 2.2 | 830 | maximum load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: .920"; 11,000 cup |
| 83 | Berry's Bullets HBWC | 2.2 | 592 | starting load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: .920"; 7,000 cup |
| 83 | Berry's Bullets HBWC | 2.7 | 798 | maximum load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: .920"; 10,500 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Remington; barrel length: 5.32"; twist: 1:18.75"; trim length: .915"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .312" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 85 | Jacketed | 2.7 | 705 | start load; OAL: 1.160 |
| 85 | Jacketed | 3.0 | 865 | never exceed; OAL: 1.160; 12,000 cup |
| 90 | Jacketed | 2.6 | 676 | start load; OAL: 1.170 |
| 90 | Jacketed | 2.9 | 838 | never exceed; OAL: 1.170; 11,200 cup |
| 90 | Lead | 2.4 | 777 | start load; OAL: 1.850 |
| 90 | Lead | 2.7 | 844 | never exceed; OAL: 1.850; 10,200 cup |
| 90 | Wad Cutter | 1.9 | 726 | start load; OAL: 0.920 |
| 90 | Wad Cutter | 2.2 | 830 | never exceed; OAL: 0.920; 11,000 cup |
| 98 | Wad Cutter | 1.9 | 675 | start load; OAL: 0.920 |
| 98 | Wad Cutter | 2.2 | 830 | never exceed; OAL: 0.920; 11,000 cup |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 98 | Speer SWC | 2.8 | 748 | start charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds; test firearm: S&W M31 3" |
| 98 | Speer SWC | 3.0 | 785 | max charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds; test firearm: S&W M31 3" |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 3.0 | 694 | max charge; DO NOT REDUCE; test firearm: S&W K32 6" |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 This is for the 32 S&W Long and 32 Colt New Police cartridges only. max. case length: 0.920"; trim-to length: 0.910"; max cart. OAL: 1.280"; RCBS shell holder: #23; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 500; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | Flat Point | 3.0 | 815 | start load |
| 115 | Flat Point | 3.2 | 875 | max load |
| Oregon Trail Handgun Data test gun: Colt 5 1/2", WSP; OAL: 1.545; never reduce stated overall lengths; do not exceed maximum loads | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Lead | 3.0 | 821 | start load; min OAL: 1.580 |
| 115 | Lead | 3.2 | 869 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 16,000 cup |
| Lee Precision Data Small rifle primer. Velocities will be 10% to 15% higher in rifles. With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Cast LRNFP | 3.0 | 808 | starting load; COL: 1.580"; 14,200 cup |
| 115 | Cast LRNFP | 3.2 | 869 | maximum load; COL: 1.580"; 16,000 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Remington; barrel length: 5.5"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.305"; primer: Winchester SP; bullet diam.: .314" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 95 | Cast Performance SWC | 4.0 | 1,293 | extreme spread: 24; 75-yard group: 1.8 inches |
| Browning Model 53 (16,000 CUP) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 95 | Cast Performance SWC | 4.0 | 911 | extreme spread: 49; 25-yard group: 2.0 inches |
| Colt Single Action Army (16,000 CUP) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 98 | Speer SWC | 3.4 | 915 | start charge |
| 98 | Speer SWC | 3.8 | 1016 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.315"; trim-to length: 1.305"; max cart. OAL: 1.592"; RCBS shell holder: #1; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Bowen Classic Arms Custom Ruger; barrel length: 7.5"; these bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | Cast LFP | 4.9 | 1190 | start load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 15,700 psi |
| 77 | Cast LFP | 5.5 | 1357 | max load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 22,800 psi |
| 85 | Hornady XTP | 5.3 | 1253 | start load; COL: 1.450"; 32,100 psi |
| 85 | Hornady XTP | 6.0 | 1378 | max load; COL: 1.450"; 38,700 psi |
 | 90 | Cast LRNFP | 4.3 | 1090 | start load; COL: 1.460"; 16,600 psi |
| 90 | Cast LRNFP | 5.2 | 1274 | max load; COL: 1.460"; 27,800 psi |
| 90 | LHBWC | 2.4 | 721 | start load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.200"; 9,100 psi |
| 90 | LHBWC | 2.8 | 869 | max load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.200"; 12,500 psi |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 5.3 | 1275 | start load; COL: 1.460"; 26,800 psi |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 5.7 | 1372 | max load; COL: 1.460"; 40,900 psi |
| 100 | Hornady XTP | 4.5 | 1087 | start load; COL: 1.450"; 28,000 psi |
| 100 | Hornady XTP | 5.4 | 1250 | max load; COL: 1.450"; 40,800 psi |
| 115 | MEI LRNFP | 4.2 | 1059 | start load; COL: 1.460"; 25,200 psi |
| 115 | MEI LRNFP | 5.0 | 1184 | max load; COL: 1.460"; 40,200 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 | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 78 | Oregon Trail cast roundnose | 4.0 | 820 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4570 |
| 78 | Oregon Trail cast roundnose | 4.5 | 901 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4570 |
| 83 | Lyman 313249 (Linotype) | 5.0 | 1024 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4570 |
| 83 | Lyman 313249 (Linotype) | 6.0 | 1355 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4570 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP-HP | 5.5 | 1246 | primer: CCI 550; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4475 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP-HP | 6.0 | 1310 | primer: CCI 550; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4475 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP-HP | 6.5 | 1373 | primer: CCI 550; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4475 |
| 95 | Cast Performance Keith-style | 4.3 | 968 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4355 |
| 95 | Cast Performance Keith-style | 5.0 | 1018 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4355 |
| 95 | Cast Performance Keith-style | 5.5 | 1242 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4355 |
| 115 | Oregon Trail Cast FP | 4.0 | 993 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4680 |
| 115 | Oregon Trail Cast FP | 4.5 | 1070 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; OAL (inches): 1.4680 |
| 115 | Oregon Trail Cast FP | 5.0 | 1211 | |
Firearm used was a Ruger SP101 with a 3 1/16-inch barrel. Federal Cartridge and Speer cases used as noted. Maximum case length: 1.200 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 85 | Hornady XTP | 5.0 | 1219 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.448 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP | 5.5 | 1302 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.448 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP | 6.0 | 1404 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.448 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP | 6.5 | 1512 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.448 |
| Handloads A Ruger Single-Seven with a 7 1/2-inch barrel was used to test fire these loads. Federal cases and CCI 500 primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .312 and .313 inch; maximum case length: 1.200 inches; trim to length: 1.195 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 78 | Oregon Trail cast roundnose | 4.0 | 820 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4570 |
| 78 | Oregon Trail cast roundnose | 4.5 | 901 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4570 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP-HP | 5.5 | 1246 | primer: CCI 550; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4475 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP-HP | 6.0 | 1310 | primer: CCI 550; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4475 |
| 85 | Hornady XTP-HP | 6.5 | 1373 | primer: CCI 550; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4475 |
| 95 | Cast Performance Keith-style | 4.3 | 968 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4355 |
| 95 | Cast Performance Keith-style | 5.0 | 1018 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4355 |
| 95 | Cast Performance Keith-style | 5.5 | 1242 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4355 |
| 115 | Oregon Trail Cast FP | 4.0 | 993 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4680 |
| 115 | Oregon Trail Cast FP | 4.5 | 1070 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4680 |
| 115 | Oregon Trail Cast FP | 5.0 | 1211 | primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; overall loaded length (inches): 1.4680 |
Firearms used for testing these loads was a Ruger SP101 with a 3 1/16-inch barrel. Federal and Speer cases and CCI 500 and CCI 550 primers were used throughout. Case length: 1.200 inches; throat: .313 inch; barrel cylinder gap: .006 inch; groove diameter: .3123 inch. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 85 | Hornady XTP-HP | 6.0 | 1310 | rounds per pound: 1,167 |
| Economical Midrange Loads firearm used: Ruger SP101; primer: CCI 500; case: Federal; barrel length: 3 1/16" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 140 | Sierra JHC | 7.0 | 1087 | barrel length: 4"; rounds per pound: 1,000 |
| Economical Midrange Loads A variety of firearms were used. primer: CCI 500 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); case: Starline | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP | 8.0 | 1264 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP | 9.0 | 1359 | maximum charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 7.5 | 1148 | start charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 8.2 | 1200 | maximum charge |
| 158 | Speer TMJ FN, UCHP, GDHP or UCSP | 6.5 | 904 | start charge |
| 158 | Speer TMJ FN, UCHP, GDHP or UCSP | 7.3 | 1015 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.290"; trim-to length: 1.280"; max cart. OAL: 1.590"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: S&W model 19; barrel length: 6"; NOTE: Do not use the 110-grain Gold Dot SB HP (#4009) in the 357 Magnum; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
 | 110 | XTP | 7.5 | 1577 | start load; min OAL: 1.590 |
| 110 | XTP | 8.0 | 1670 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 40,000 cup |
| 125 | Lead | 4.8 | 1046 | start load; min OAL: 1.580 |
| 125 | Lead | 6.8 | 1401 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 34,200 cup |
 | 125 | XTP | 7.1 | 1428 | start load; min OAL: 1.590 |
| 125 | XTP | 7.6 | 1526 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,600 cup |
| 135 | Lead | 4.8 | 1026 | start load; min OAL: 1.580 |
| 135 | Lead | 6.5 | 1314 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 27,800 cup |
| 140 | XTP | 6.5 | 1268 | start load; min OAL: 1.590 |
| 140 | XTP | 7.0 | 1356 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 40,200 cup |
| 146 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 1168 | start load; min OAL: 1.535 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 6.5 | 1261 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.535; 39,900 cup |
| 148 | Wadcutter | 3.5 | 882 | start load; min OAL: 1.290 |
| 148 | Wadcutter | 4.0 | 989 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.290; 17,700 cup |
| 150 | Jacketed | 6.2 | 1238 | start load; min OAL: 1.590 |
| 150 | Jacketed | 6.7 | 1323 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,900 cup |
| 158 | Lead | 4.0 | 891 | start load; min OAL: 1.610 |
| 158 | Lead | 6.2 | 1247 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.610; 33,400 cup |
| 158 | XTP | 5.8 | 1026 | start load; min OAL: 1.580 |
| 158 | XTP | 6.3 | 1133 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 39,300 cup |
| Lee Precision Data Small Pistol Primer. With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 140 | Sierra JHC | 7.0 | 1,087 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.581; primer: CCI 500 |
 | 173 | Lyman 358429 cast | 7.0 | 1,130 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.667; primer: CCI 500 |
| For S&W Models 19 & 66 Firearm used for testing was an S&W Model 19 with a 4-inch barrel. Starline cases were used throughout. No loads exceeded 30,000 psi. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Hornady XTP | 7.5 | 1465 | start load; COL: 1.590"; 35,100 cup |
| 110 | Hornady XTP | 8.0 | 1536 | max load; COL: 1.590"; 40,000 cup |
 | 125 | Cast LRNFP | 4.8 | 1046 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 11,000 cup |
| 125 | Cast LRNFP | 6.8 | 1401 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 34,200 cup |
| 125 | Hornady XTP | 7.1 | 1394 | start load; COL: 1.590"; 34,900 cup |
| 125 | Hornady XTP | 7.6 | 1453 | max load; COL: 1.590"; 39,600 cup |
 | 135 | Cast LRNFP | 4.8 | 986 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 11,700 cup |
| 135 | Cast LRNFP | 6.5 | 1314 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 27,800 cup |
| 140 | Hornady XTP | 6.5 | 1218 | start load; COL: 1.590"; 34,800 cup |
| 140 | Hornady XTP | 7.0 | 1299 | max load; COL: 1.590"; 40,200 cup |
| 140 | Hornady FTX | 4.0 | 922 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 19,700 psi |
| 140 | Hornady FTX | 5.3 | 1205 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 34,200 psi |
| 146 | Speer JHP | 6.0 | 1160 | start load; COL: 1.535"; 33,500 cup |
| 146 | Speer JHP | 6.5 | 1261 | max load; COL: 1.535"; 39,900 cup |
| 148 | Hornady LHBWC | 3.5 | 880 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 13,700 cup |
| 148 | Hornady LHBWC | 4.0 | 989 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 17,700 cup |
 | 158 | Cast LSWC | 4.0 | 890 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.610"; 15,700 cup |
| 158 | Cast LSWC | 6.2 | 1247 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.610"; 33,400 cup |
| 158 | Hornady XTP | 5.8 | 1026 | start load; COL: 1.580"; 32,100 cup |
| 158 | Hornady XTP | 6.3 | 1133 | max load; COL: 1.580"; 39,300 cup |
| 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 | |
 | 180 | Flat Point | 4.0 | 746 | maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.580 |
| Oregon Trail Handgun/Cowboy Loads test gun: Smith & Wesson M-686 6", WSP; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 90 | Hornady XTP | 7.2 | 1428 | starting load; 27,000 psi |
| 90 | Hornady XTP | 8.1 | 1578 | maximum load; 36,900 psi |
| 115 | Hornady XTP | 6.5 | 1272 | starting load; 31,600 psi |
| 115 | Hornady XTP | 7.3 | 1375 | maximum load; 39,200 psi |
| 124 | Hornady XTP | 5.2 | 1134 | starting load; 27,500 psi |
| 124 | Hornady XTP | 5.8 | 1235 | maximum load; 38,500 psi |
| 135 | Nosler IPSC | 5.8 | 1094 | starting load; bullet diam.: .357"; 29,400 psi |
| 135 | Nosler IPSC | 6.5 | 1198 | maximum load; bullet diam.: .357"; 37,700 psi |
| 147 | Hornady XTP | 5.0 | 1026 | starting load; COL: 1.140"; 29,200 psi |
| 147 | Hornady XTP | 5.6 | 1110 | maximum load; COL: 1.140"; 38,600 psi |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Federal; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .860"; primer: Winchester SP; bullet diam.: .355" and COL: 1.135" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | XTP | 6.3 | 1374 | start load; min OAL: 1.135 |
| 90 | XTP | 7.0 | 1511 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.135; 37,200 psi |
| 115 | XTP | 5.5 | 1182 | start load; min OAL: 1.135 |
| 115 | XTP | 6.1 | 1300 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.135; 37,400 psi |
| 124 | XTP | 5.2 | 1122 | start load; min OAL: 1.135 |
| 124 | XTP | 5.8 | 1235 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.135; 38,500 psi |
| 147 | XTP | 4.5 | 983 | start load; min OAL: 1.140 |
| 147 | XTP | 4.9 | 1062 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.140; 36,300 psi |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 7.8 | 1343 | sugg. start load; 26,600 psi; 1.140" OAL |
| 90 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 8.7 | 1579 | max load; 39,400 psi; 1.140" OAL |
| 115 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 6.4 | 1131 | sugg. start load; 27,800 psi; 1.140" OAL |
| 115 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 7.2 | 1305 | max load; 38,400 psi; 1.140" 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 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 5.6 | 1164 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 6.0 | 1220 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 6.3 | 1287 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 6.7 | 1353 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 7.0 | 1416 | maximum load |
| 124 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.7 | 1209 | |
| 124 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.1 | 1267 | |
| 124 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.5 | 1325 | |
| 124 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.9 | 1383 | maximum load |
| Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company.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 | |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP | 7.2 | 1362 | max |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP | 6.7 | 1298 | most accurate load tested |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP | 6.2 | 1234 | |
| 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 | |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 6.0 | 1,181 | group: 1.28 inches; muzzle energy: 310 ft-lbs; high ES and CV |
| 124 | Hornady XTP | 5.6 | 1,134 | group: 1.71 inches; muzzle energy: 354 ft-lbs; nice, mild load |
| 125 | Bushwacker SWC | 5.4 | 1,085 | group: 2.38 inches; muzzle energy: 136 ft-lbs; high CV and ES |
| in a Springfield XD Starline cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers were used for all handloads. Springfield Armory XD pistol with a 4-inch barrel and fixed open sights was used for testing. Velocities were taken 12 feet from the 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 were 62 to 76 degrees Fahrenheit. .355-inch jacketed bullets and .356-inch cast bullets. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | Bushwacker SWC | 5.0 | 1,043 | group: 2.24 inches |
| 125 | Bushwacker SWC | 5.4 | 1,107 | group: 1.54 inches; limited class match load |
| 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. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 125 | LRN | 3.2 | 626 | starting load; COL: 1.400" |
| 125 | LRN | 3.7 | 772 | maximum load; COL: 1.400" |
 | 150 | LRN | 3.0 | 631 | starting load; COL: 1.390" |
| 150 | LRN | 3.5 | 769 | maximum load; COL: 1.390" |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Starline; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 1.012"; primer: Federal 100M; bullet diam.: .358"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 | Magma 38-158 RNFP | 2.6 | 713 | group: 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 | 2.7 | 760 | group: 2 inches |
| Smith & Wesson 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 | 2.3 | 657 | group: 2 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. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 | AA206 LRN | 2.9 | 634 | starting load; bullet diam.: .359"; COL: 1.005" |
| 93 | AA206 LRN | 3.4 | 775 | maximum load; bullet diam.: .359"; COL: 1.005" |
| 135 | AA202 LFP | 2.4 | 624 | starting load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.135" |
| 135 | AA202 LFP | 2.8 | 771 | maximum load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.135" |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Starline; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 7.55"; primer: Federal 100M; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | Speer JHP | 6.0 | 1012 | rounds per pound: 1,167 |
| Economical Midrange Loads firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 14; primer: Federal 100; case: Starline: barrel length: 6" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
 | 166 | Lyman 358429 SWC | 4.6 (+P) | 867 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.52 |
| 125 | Hornady FP/XTP | 5.5 | 915 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.46 |
| 125 | Sierra JSP | 6.0 | 953 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.45 |
| 125 | Sierra JSP | 6.4 (+P) | 1053 | good accuracy; overall loaded length (inches): 1.45 |
| 140 | Sierra JHP | 6.0 | 988 | good accuracy; overall loaded length (inches): 1.45 |
| 140 | Sierra JHP | 6.3 (+P) | 1031 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.45 |
| 110 | Speer JHP | 6.0 | 958 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.46 |
| 110 | Speer JHP | 6.2 (+P) | 985 | good accurach; overall loaded length (inches): 1.46 |
| 125 | Speer JSP | 5.6 | 864 | good accuracy; overall loaded length (inches): 1.46 |
| Chronographed average velocities recorded with a range temperature that varied from approximately 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Accuracy testing performed from a benchrest at 25 yards. All data was safe in the test revolver. Load data is intended for use only by competent persons experienced in the proper and safe practice of handloading ammunition. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Cast gas check #358156 (Linotype) | 4.3 | 758 | sugg. start load; 1.460" OAL; 12,600 cup |
| 155 | Cast gas check #358156 (Linotype) | 4.8 | 869 | max load; 1.460" OAL; 15,600 cup |
| 155 | Cast gas check #358156 (Linotype) | 5.1 (+P) | 931 | max load; 1.460" OAL; 17,400 cup |
 | 158 | Cast #358665 (Linotype) | 4.2 | 760 | sugg. start load; 1.445" OAL; 12,500 cup |
| 158 | Cast #358665 (Linotype) | 4.7 | 867 | max load; 1.445" OAL; 15,800 cup |
| 170 | Cast #358429 (Linotype) | 4.0 | 799 | sugg. start load; 1.537" OAL; 12,500 cup |
| 170 | Cast #358429 (Linotype) | 4.5 | 912 | max load; 1.537" OAL; 15,500 cup |
| 170 | Cast #358429 (Linotype) | 4.8 (+P) | 940 | max load; 1.537" OAL; 18,700 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 | |
| 125 | Hornady XTP | 5.2 | 1,019 | COL: 1.455"; CUP: 17,000 |
| 140 | Hornady XTP | 4.8 | 939 | COL: 1.455"; CUP: 15,400 |
| 148 | Hornady Lead Hollow Base Wadcutter | 3.8 | 940 | COL: 1.160"; CUP: 15,600 |
| 158 | Hornady XTP | 4.4 | 778 | COL: 1.455"; CUP: 16,200 |
| Hodgdon Data case: Winchester; BBL: 7.7"; PR: Winchester SP; NEVER exceed loads listed | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Hornady XTP | 5.0 | 968 | start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 11,800 cup |
| 110 | Hornady XTP | 5.6 | 1143 | max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,700 cup |
| 125 | Hornady XTP | 4.7 | 918 | start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 12,600 cup |
| 125 | Hornady XTP | 5.2 | 1019 | max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 17,000 cup |
| 125 | Cast LRNFP | 4.3 | 872 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 8,700 cup |
| 125 | Cast LRNFP | 4.7 | 1036 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 16,800 cup |
| 130 | MEI Cast LRNFP | 4.7 | 957 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 13,500 psi |
| 130 | MEI Cast LRNFP | 5.2 | 1056 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 16,000 psi |
| 135 | Cast LRNFP | 4.1 | 924 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.418"; 13,400 cup |
| 135 | Cast LRNFP | 4.6 | 1025 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.418"; 16,900 cup |
| 140 | Hornady XTP | 4.3 | 832 | start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 12,400 cup |
| 140 | Hornady XTP | 4.8 | 939 | max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 15,400 cup |
| 140 | Hornady Cowboy | 4.4 | 889 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 12,800 psi |
| 140 | Hornady Cowboy | 4.9 | 1009 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 15,600 psi |
| 146 | Speer JHP | 4.0 | 788 | start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 11,100 cup |
| 146 | Speer JHP | 4.5 | 933 | max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 16,100 cup |
| 148 | Hornady LHBWC | 2.9 | 709 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 7,400 cup |
| 148 | Hornady LHBWC | 3.8 | 940 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 15,600 cup |
| 158 | Hornady XTP | 4.0 | 678 | start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 12,600 cup |
| 158 | Hornady XTP | 4.4 | 778 | max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,200 cup |
| 158 | Cast LSWC | 3.5 | 756 | start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 9,600 cup |
| 158 | Cast LSWC | 4.5 | 974 | max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 16,700 cup |
| 170 | Sierra JHC | 3.8 | 744 | start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 14,100 cup |
| 170 | Sierra JHC | 4.2 | 823 | max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 16,100 cup |
| 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 | |
| 147 | Cast FN | 4.4 | 846 | maximum load |
| 147 | Cast FN | 4.0 | 765 | |
| 158 | L-SWC, L-HP, L-RN | 4.6 | 902 | maximum load |
| 158 | L-SWC, L-HP, L-RN | 4.2 | 827 | |
| 110 | JHP | 6.0 | 1,134 | maximum load |
| 125 | JSP, GD-HP, JHP, TMJ | 5.6 | 976 | maximum load; DO NOT REDUCE |
| Speer Reloading Manual #13 max. case length: 1.155"; trim-to length: 1.145"; max. cart. length: 1.550"; RCBS shellholder: #6; barrel length: 6"; twist: 1-18.75"; test firearm: Smith & Wesson Model 14; case: Speer; primers: CCI 500, 550; for the 147 grain cast bullets: seat to and roll-crimp into the front lube groove; use maximum loads with caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 147 | Speer FN | 4.0 | 765 | start charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds |
| 147 | Speer FN | 4.4 | 846 | maximum charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds |
| 158 | Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN | 4.2 | 827 | start charge |
| 158 | Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN | 4.6 | 902 | maximum charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 5.1 | 829 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 5.5 | 998 | 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 | |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 4.8 | 776 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.0 | 830 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.3 | 895 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.5 | 963 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.8 | 1010 | COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.6 | 790 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.9 | 824 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.1 | 861 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.3 | 896 | COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 4.1 | 580 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 4.3 | 619 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 4.4 | 660 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 4.6 | 710 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 4.8 | 750 | COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load |
 | 140 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 4.0 | 692 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 4.2 | 740 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 4.5 | 800 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 4.7 | 865 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 4.9 | 921 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 5.2 | 979 | COAL: 1.450"; maximum load |
| 148 | Hornady HBWC | 2.6 | 572 | COAL: 1.180" |
| 148 | Hornady HBWC | 2.8 | 620 | COAL: 1.180" |
| 148 | Hornady HBWC | 3.0 | 670 | COAL: 1.180" |
| 148 | Hornady HBWC | 3.2 | 750 | COAL: 1.180" |
| 148 | Hornady HBWC | 3.4 | 780 | COAL: 1.180" |
| 148 | Hornady HBWC | 3.6 | 834 | COAL: 1.180"; maximum load |
| 158 | Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN | 3.4 | 661 | COAL: 1.455" |
| 158 | Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN | 3.7 | 713 | COAL: 1.455" |
| 158 | Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN | 3.9 | 793 | COAL: 1.455" |
| 158 | Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN | 4.2 | 829 | COAL: 1.455" |
| 158 | Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN | 4.4 | 887 | COAL: 1.455"; maximum load |
| Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Colt Trooper 38 Special; barrel length: 4-inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .357"; maximum COAL: 1.550"; maximum case length: 1.155"; trim to length: 1.145". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 158 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point | 4.4 | 782 | maximum load |
| 158 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point | 3.9 | 657 | most accurate load tested |
| 158 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point | 3.4 | 532 | |
| 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 | |
| 158 | Hornady lead SWC-HP | 5.0 | 946 | |
| 165 | Lyman 358156 cast hollowpoint | 5.0 | 967 | |
| +P (20,000 PSI) Loads fired in a 6-inch barreled Colt Officer's Model Heavy Barrel, King Short Action. Winchester +P cases and Federal 100 primers used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Hornady XTP | 6.0 | 1204 | 18,700 cup |
| 125 | Hornady XTP | 5.4 | 1072 | 18,900 cup |
| 140 | Hornady XTP | 5.1 | 1022 | 19,100 cup |
| 146 | Speer JHP | 4.7 | 987 | COL: 1.370"; 18,100 cup |
| 158 | Hornady XTP | 4.7 | 837 | 19,200 cup |
| 170 | Sierra JHC | 4.3 | 847 | COL: 1.450"; 18,600 cup |
| +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 | |
| 110 | XTP | 5.6 | 1204 | start load; min OAL: 1.455 |
| 110 | XTP | 6.0 | 1204 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.455; 18,700 cup |
| 125 | XTP | 5.0 | 999 | start load; min OAL: 1.455 |
| 125 | XTP | 5.4 | 1072 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.455; 18,900 cup |
| 140 | XTP | 4.7 | 1022 | start load; min OAL: 1.455 |
| 140 | XTP | 5.1 | 1022 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.455; 19,100 cup |
| 146 | Jacketed | 4.6 | 987 | start load; min OAL: 1.370 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 4.7 | 987 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.370; 18,100 cup |
| 158 | XTP | 4.3 | 837 | start load; min OAL: 1.455 |
| 158 | XTP | 4.7 | 837 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.455; 19,200 CUP |
| 170 | Jacketed | 4.1 | 847 | start load; min OAL: 1.450 |
| 170 | Jacketed | 4.3 | 847 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.450; 18,600 cup |
| +P Lee Precision Data These hot loads may wear guns prematurely. Do not use in small frame, or aluminum frame revolvers, or in semi auto pistols. Small pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Speer Gold Dot HP SB | 5.4 | 935 | S&W 3-inch |
| 135 | Speer Gold Dot HP SB | 5.4 | 929 | Ruger 3 1/16-inch |
| +P (Max. Pressure Limit 20,000 psi) All loads were fired in a Smith & Wesson Model 36 and a Ruger SP101. Starline cases and CCI 500 primers were used throughout. Cartridge overall length: 1.470 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 158 | Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN | 4.6 | 902 | start charge |
| 158 | Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN | 5.0 | 971 | maximum charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 5.7 | 1028 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.1 | 1100 | maximum charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 5.6 | 976 | start charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 5.9 | 1058 | maximum charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 5.0 | 937 | start charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 5.2 | 977 | maximum charge |
| 140 | Speer UCHP | 5.0 | 935 | start charge |
| 140 | Speer UCHP | 5.3 | 969 | maximum charge |
| 146 | Speer JHP-SWC | 4.6 | 894 | start charge |
| 146 | Speer JHP-SWC | 5.0 | 940 | 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 | |
| 110 | Speer JHP | 6.3 | 1,084 | |
| 158 | Speer lead HP-SWC | 5.0 | 955 | |
| +P 20,000 Warning! Test gun was a Smith & Wesson Model 14 with a 6-inch barrel. Federal 100 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 28 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer Jacketed Hollow Point | 6.3 | 1,077 | |
| 158 | Speer Lead HP Semi-Wadcutter | 5.0 | 941 | |
| +P Data (20,000 psi) Data is safe in any .38 S&W Special revolver that is recommended for +P loads and is in good mechanical condition. Handgun used was a Smith & Wesson .38-44 Outdoorsman with a 6 1/2-inch barrel. Federal 100 primers and Starline cases used throughout. Temperature during testing was 46 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 5.4 | 891 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.455 |
| +P Loads (Ruger LCR) The +P Special industry pressure limit is 20,000 psi. All loads fired from a Ruger LCR with a 1.875-inch barrel. Winchester +P cases and WSP primers were used throughout. Maximum cartridge length: 1.550 inches; maximum case length: 1.155 inches; case trim-to length: 1.145 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 5.7 | 895 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.1 | 976 | maximum charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 5.0 | 785 | start charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 5.2 | 825 | maximum charge |
| +P Short Barrel Velocities 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 15; barrel length: 2"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | XTP | 5.0 | 968 | start load; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 110 | XTP | 5.6 | 1143 | NEVER EXCEED; 16,700 cup; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 125 | Lead | 4.3 | 872 | start load; min. OAL: 1.445 |
| 125 | Lead | 4.7 | 1036 | NEVER EXCEED; 16,800 cup; min. OAL: 1.445 |
| 125 | XTP | 4.7 | 918 | start load; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 125 | XTP | 5.2 | 1019 | NEVER EXCEED; 17,000 cup; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 135 | Lead | 4.1 | 924 | start load; min. OAL: 1.418 |
| 135 | Lead | 4.6 | 1025 | NEVER EXCEED; 16,900 cup; min. OAL: 1.418 |
| 140 | XTP | 4.3 | 832 | start load; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 140 | XTP | 4.8 | 939 | NEVER EXCEED; 15,400 cup; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 4.0 | 788 | start load; min. OAL: 1.370 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 4.5 | 933 | NEVER EXCEED; 16,100 cup; min. OAL: 1.370 |
| 148 | Wad Cutter | 2.9 | 709 | start load; min. OAL: 1.160 |
| 148 | Wad Cutter | 3.8 | 940 | NEVER EXCEED; 15,600 cup; min. OAL: 1.160 |
| 158 | Lead | 3.5 | 756 | start load; min. OAL: 1.475 |
| 158 | Lead | 4.5 | 974 | NEVER EXCEED; 16,700 cup; min. OAL: 1.475 |
| 158 | XTP | 4.0 | 678 | start load; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 158 | XTP | 4.4 | 778 | NEVER EXCEED; 16,200 cup; min. OAL: 1.455 |
| 170 | Jacketed | 3.8 | 744 | start load; min. OAL: 1.450 |
| 170 | Jacketed | 4.2 | 823 | NEVER EXCEED; 16,100 cup; min. OAL: 1.450 |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer JHP | 6.0 | 1,012 | most accurate 110-grain load |
| 158 | Speer lead HP-SWC | 4.6 | 822 | |
| 17,000 psi Test gun was a Smith & Wesson Model 14 with a 6 inch barrel. Federal 100 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 28 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 158 | Speer lead SWC-HP | 4.5 | 802 | |
| 158 | Hornady lead SWC-HP | 4.5 | 803 | |
| Colt-King Super Target Loads fired in a 6-inch barreled Colt Officer's Model Heavy Barrel, King Short Action. Winchester +P cases and Federal 100 primers used throughout. Standard Pressures 17,000 psi) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | BBC roundnose | 4.7 | 799 | group (inches): 1.46; power factor: 100 |
| 158 | BBC roundnose | 4.4 | 892 | group (inches): 0.51; power factor: 141; best 158-grain roundnose load |
| in a Custom Taurus Model 80 A custom Taurus Model 80 with a 6-inch Jarvis barrel and a Tasco PDP3 five-minute dot sight were used for all testing. Winchester +P cases and Federal No. 100 primers were used for all handloads, except for the 2.7-grain Bullseye/148-grain DEWC load, which used WSP primers and mixed cases. Accuracy is the average of at least three, five-shot groups at 25 yards, unless otherwise noted. Velocities were measured with an Oehler M-35P chronograph with the front screen 12 feet from the gun's muzzle. All shooting was done double action from a rest. Range temperatures were 58 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 158 | Hornady lead SWC-HP | 4.5 | 850 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.420 |
| 158 | Hornady lead SWC-HP | 5.0 | 961 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.420 |
| in a Smith & Wesson Model 627-5 Data includes +P pressures up to 20,000 psi. Cases were +P Starline. Maximum case length: 1.155 inches; trim to length: 1.145 inches; primer: CCI 500. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 158 | Semi Wad Cutter/RN Flat Point/Round Nose | 4.1 | 805 | starting load; minimum OAL: 1.435 |
| 158 | Semi Wad Cutter/RN Flat Point/Round Nose | 4.5 | 883 | maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.435 |
| Pistol (Oregon Trail Handgun/Standard Loads) test gun: Smith & Wesson 686 6", WSP; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Hornady XTP | 5.6 | 688 | case: Hornady; primer: WSP |
| 110 | Hornady XTP (+P) | 6.0 | 802 | case: Hornady; primer: WSP |
| 125 | Hornady XTP | 5.2 | 636 | case: Hornady; primer: WSP |
| 125 | Hornady XTP (+P) | 5.4 | 664 | case: Hornady; primer: WSP |
| S&W Model 36 Chiefs Special Hodgdon Data S&W Model 36 Chiefs Special, 1.875-in. barrel. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 5.1 | 760 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 5.5 | 882 | maximum charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 5.5 | 966 | maximum charge; DO NOT REDUCE |
| Short Barrel Velocities Speer Reloading Manual #14 test firearm: S&W M15 2"; use maximum loads with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 158 | roundnose flatpoint | 4.5 | 825 | group (inches): 2.75 |
| Colt Officer's Match for Plated Bullets All results were the average of five, five-shot strings at 25 yards with the handguns rested on sandbags. OAL: 1.365 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 5.7 | 1312 | start load; COL: 1.180"; 26,200 cup |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 6.3 | 1352 | max load; COL: 1.180"; 31,600 cup |
| 95 | Barnes TAC-XP | 5.0 | 1232 | start load; COL: 1.255"; 26,400 cup |
| 95 | Barnes TAC-XP | 5.4 | 1323 | max load; COL: 1.255"; 31,500 cup |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 5.4 | 1233 | start load; COL: 1.215"; 25,200 cup |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 6.0 | 1327 | max load; COL: 1.215"; 32,500 cup |
| 115 | LRN | 5.0 | 1115 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.250"; 21,900 cup |
| 115 | LRN | 5.7 | 1216 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.250"; 31,900 cup |
| 115 | Hornady XTP | 4.9 | 1141 | start load; COL: 1.245"; 25,300 cup |
| 115 | Hornady XTP | 5.5 | 1225 | max load; COL: 1.245"; 32,300 cup |
| 124 | Berry's Bullets HBRN TP | 4.8 | 1088 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.250"; 24,300 cup |
| 124 | Berry's Bullets HBRN TP | 5.2 | 1182 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.250"; 32,100 cup |
| 125 | Hornady HAP | 4.5 | 1105 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.210"; 25,500 cup |
| 125 | Hornady HAP | 5.1 | 1202 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.210"; 31,700 cup |
| 125 | Sierra FMJ | 4.9 | 1069 | start load; COL: 1.275"; 27,600 cup |
| 125 | Sierra FMJ | 5.5 | 1179 | max load; COL: 1.275"; 32,300 cup |
| 125 | Cast LCN | 4.7 | 1110 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.230"; 25,200 cup |
| 125 | Cast LCN | 5.3 | 1171 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.230"; 32,300 cup |
| 130 | Berry's Bullets RN | 4.4 | 984 | start load; COL: 1.270"; 23,000 cup |
| 130 | Berry's Bullets RN | 4.9 | 1073 | max load; COL: 1.270"; 30,500 cup |
| 135 | LRN | 4.5 | 1011 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.275"; 22,800 cup |
| 135 | LRN | 5.1 | 1108 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.275"; 30,900 cup |
| 147 | Hornady XTP | 4.3 | 960 | start load; COL: 1.260"; 26,900 cup |
| 147 | Hornady XTP | 4.8 | 1017 | max load; COL: 1.260"; 32,500 cup |
| 150 | Sierra JFP | 4.4 | 984 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.265"; 26,600 cup |
| 150 | Sierra JFP | 4.9 | 1059 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.265"; 32,100 cup |
| 150 | Cast LRN | 4.5 | 1038 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.230"; 27,600 cup |
| 150 | Cast LRN | 5.0 | 1111 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.230"; 32,000 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 | |
| 90 | Jacketed | 5.7 | 1312 | start load; min OAL: 1.180 |
| 90 | Jacketed | 6.3 | 1352 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.180; 31,600 cup |
| 100 | Jacketed | 5.4 | 1233 | start load; min OAL: 1.215 |
| 100 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 1327 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.215; 32,500 cup |
| 115 | XTP | 4.9 | 1141 | start load; min OAL: 1.245 |
| 115 | XTP | 5.5 | 1225 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.245; 32,300 cup |
| 125 | Jacketed | 4.9 | 1069 | start load; min OAL: 1.275 |
| 125 | Jacketed | 5.5 | 1179 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.275; 32,300 cup |
| 125 | Lead | 4.7 | 1110 | start load; min OAL: 1.230 |
| 125 | Lead | 5.3 | 1171 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.230; 32,300 cup |
| 130 | Jacketed | 4.7 | 1003 | start load; min OAL: 1.275 |
| 130 | Jacketed | 5.3 | 1124 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.275; 32,200 cup |
| 147 | XTP | 4.3 | 960 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 147 | XTP | 4.8 | 1017 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 32,500 cup |
| 150 | Jacketed | 4.4 | 984 | start load; min OAL: 1.265 |
| 150 | Jacketed | 4.9 | 1059 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.265; 32,100 cup |
| 150 | Lead | 4.5 | 1038 | start load; min OAL: 1.230 |
| 150 | Lead | 5.0 | 1111 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.230; 32,000 cup |
| Lee Precision Data Small Pistol Primer. DO NOT USE THESE LOADS IN 38 AUTOMATIC OR 38 ACP. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 5.5 | 1292 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.180 |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 6.0 | 1361 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.180 |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 6.5 | 1438 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.180 |
| +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 | |
| 122 | Flat Point | 5.0 | 1,203 | starting load; OAL: 1.2 |
| 122 | Flat Point | 5.5 | 1,278 | maximum load; OAL: 1.2 |
| 124 | Round Nose | 5.0 | 1,145 | starting load; OAL: 1.250 |
| 124 | Round Nose | 5.7 | 1,250 | maximum load; OAL: 1.250 |
| 145 | Round Nose | 4.0 | 894 | starting load; OAL: 1.280 |
| 145 | Round Nose | 4.5 | 1,064 | maximum load; OAL: 1.280 |
| 147 | Truncated Cone | 4.0 | 1,004 | starting load; OAL: 1.275 |
| 147 | Truncated Cone | 4.5 | 1,144 | maximum load; OAL: 1.275 |
| +P Oregon Trail Data test gun: STI 5 1/2", WSP; all maximum 38 Super loads are for fully supported chambers only! do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 5.7 | 1145 | start charge |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 6.3 | 1278 | maximum charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN , UCSP or GDHP | 5.3 | 1078 | start charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN , UCSP or GDHP | 5.9 | 1202 | maximum charge |
| 147 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FP | 4.7 | 961 | start charge |
| 147 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FP | 5.2 | 1065 | maximum charge |
| +P Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.900"; trim-to length: 0.890"; max cart. OAL: 1.280"; RCBS shell holder: #39; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Colt 38 Super; barrel length: 5"; NOTE: 125-grain Speer SIG GDHP or SIG TMJ FN may also be used in the 124-grain loads; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Hornady XTP HP | 6.5 | 1,307 | OAL: 1.280 |
| +P Loads All loads were fired in a Kimber 1911 with a 5-inch barrel. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 147 | Cast #356637 | 4.2 | 702 | sugg. start load; 21,700 cup; 1.224" OAL |
| 147 | Cast #356637 | 4.7 | 876 | max load; 31,500 cup; 1.224" 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 | |
| 147 | Speer TMJ | 4.5 | 659 | sugg. start load; 17,500 cup; 1.280" OAL |
| 147 | Speer TMJ | 5.2 | 946 | max load; 32,200 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 | |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol | 6.0 | 1,282 | maximum load |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol | 5.5 | 1,144 | |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol | 5.0 | 1,006 | most accurate load tested |
| 135 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Practical Pistol | 5.5 | 1,157 | maximum load |
| 135 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Practical Pistol | 5.0 | 1,022 | |
| 135 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Practical Pistol | 4.5 | 888 | most accurate load tested |
| Handgun Data Using Nosler Bullets handgun: barrel: Springfield 1911-A1; length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; case: Winchester; primer: Win. WSP; maximum SAAMI overall cartridge length: 1.220" min., 1.280" max.; use maximum loads with caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 122 | Magnus | 4.6 | 1,166 | cast bullet load; 25-yard group (inches): 3.0; fine practice load |
| 160 | Leadheads roundnose | 4.5 | 1,060 | see note #1; cast bullet load; 25-yard group (inches): 2.5 |
| 160 | RimRock SWC | 4.4 | 1,077 | cast bullet load; 25-yard group (inches): 2.8 |
| Handloads All accuracy results obtained with Kimber pistol unless otherwise noted. A taper crimp was used on all loads. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 122 | Bushwacker flatnose | 4.6 | 1,136 | case: R-P; primer: Federal 100; coefficient of variation (percent): 0.88; group (inches): 0.87; power factor: 139; best 122-grain flatnose load |
| 125 | Bushwacker roundnose | 4.8 | 1,092 | case: R-P; primer: Federal 100; coefficient of variation (percent): 0.55; group (inches): 2.36; power factor: 137 |
| 125 | Bushwacker semiwadcutter | 4.8 | 1,159 | case: R-P; primer: Federal 100; coefficient of variation (percent): 0.78; group (inches): 2.18; power factor: 145 |
| 125 | Bushwacker semiwadcutter | 5.0 | 1,173 | case: R-P; primer: Federal 100; coefficient of variation (percent): 1.11; group (inches): 1.10; power factor: 147; best 125-grain SWC load |
| 145 | Bushwacker roundnose | 4.3 | 1,017 | case: R-P; primer: Federal 100; coefficient of variation (percent): 1.08; group (inches): 0.71; power factor: 147; good load |
| 147 | Bushwacker flatnose | 4.5 | 1,060 | case: R-P; primer: Federal 100; coefficient of variation (percent): 0.75; group (inches): 1.26; power factor: 156 |
| 158 | Rock Hill roundnose | 4.7 | 1,080 | case: R-P; primer: Federal 100; coefficient of variation (percent): 0.28; group (inches): 1.69; power factor: 171; major power factor |
| in a S&W Model 627PC A Smith & Wesson Model 627PC with a 5.5-inch barrel and a Tasco PDP3 sight was used for testing. Velocities were taken 12 feet from the muzzle with an Oehler Model 35P chronograph. Accuracy is based on the average of three, five-shot groups at 25 yards from a sandbag rest. Range temperatures were 62 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit. S-L, Starline; S-V, Super Vel; R-P, Remington-Peters; WSP, Winchester Small Pistol. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 | MG 180 | 10.0 | 1,250 | group (inches): 3.5 |
| 175 | Lyman 401043 | 10.0 | 1,213 | group (inches): 2.5 |
| 175 | Lyman 401043 | 7.0 | 708 | group (inches): 1.75 |
| 175 | Bull-X 175 SWC | 7.7 | 816 | |
| 180 | HN 180 XTP | 7.8 | 748 | |
| 180 | HN 180 XTP | 9.0 | 1,034 | group (inches): .75 |
| 155 | HN 155 XTP | 9.0 | 971 | |
| 200 | HN 200 XTP | 7.8 | 681 | |
| 180 | SP Gold Dot 180 | 9.0 | 911 | |
| 180 | SP Gold Dot 180 | 7.7 | 702 | |
| 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 | |
| 180 | Speer FN or CM | 6.5 | 759 | start charge |
| 180 | Speer FN or CM | 7.0 | 789 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 Cowboy Action Shooting Data; max. case length: 1.305"; trim-to length: 1.295"; max cart. OAL: 1.592"; RCBS shell holder: #35; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Colt New Service; barrel length: 4.5"; NOTE: These bullets were cast in RCBS moulds. maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 180 | Cast LRNFP | 6.9 | 813 | starting load; 8,200 psi |
| 180 | Cast LRNFP | 7.5 | 955 | maximum load; 11,900 psi |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Winchester; barrel length: 5.5"; twist: 1:36"; trim length: 1.295"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .401"; COL: 1.600"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 180 | Lead | 6.9 | 813 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 180 | Lead | 7.5 | 955 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 11,900 psi |
| Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Large Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 180 | Speer FN or CM | 6.5 | 1220 | start charge |
| 180 | Speer FN or CM | 7.0 | 1286 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.305"; trim-to length: 1.295"; max cart. OAL: 1.592"; RCBS shell holder: #35; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Universal Receiver; barrel length: HS Precision 24"; bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | Hornady JHP | 3.2 | 815 | starting load; COL: .955"; 10,700 cup |
| 90 | Hornady JHP | 3.6 | 955 | maximum load; COL: .955"; 15,700 cup |
| 95 | Speer FMJ | 3.1 | 814 | starting load; COL: .970"; 12,500 cup |
| 95 | Speer FMJ | 3.5 | 901 | maximum load; COL: .970"; 15,500 cup |
| 100 | Hornady FMJ | 3.0 | 721 | starting load; COL: .980"; 11,400 cup |
| 100 | Hornady FMJ | 3.4 | 889 | maximum load; COL: .980"; 16,100 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data 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 | |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 3.8 | 1012 | overall loaded length (inch): .938 |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 4.3 | 1126 | overall loaded length (inch): .938; excellent high velocity load |
| 95 | Winchester FMJ | 3.8 | 1001 | overall loaded length (inch): .944 |
| 95 | Winchester FMJ | 4.3 | 1129 | overall loaded length (inch): .944 |
| Ruger LCP Load Data A 2.75-inch barreled Ruger LCP .380 Auto used to test fire all loads. Starline cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers used throughout. Maximum cartridge length: .984 inch; maximum case length: .680 inch; case trim-to length: .670 inch. Industry pressure limit: 21,500 psi. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Speer AUTO GDHP | 3.8 | 821 | start charge |
| 90 | Speer AUTO GDHP | 4.3 | 994 | maximum charge |
| 95 | Speer TMJ RN | 3.6 | 854 | start charge |
| 95 | Speer TMJ RN | 4.1 | 979 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.680"; trim-to length: 0.670"; max cart. OAL: 0.984"; RCBS shell holder: #10; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Walther PP; barrel length: 3.8"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 3.4 | 905 | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 3.6 | 964 | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 3.7 | 1001 | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 3.8 | 1045 | maximum load |
| Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Walther PPK/S; barrel length: 3 1/4 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WSP; bullet diameter: .355"; maximum COAL: .980"; maximum case length: .680"; trim to length: .675"; COAL: .965". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Jacketed | 3.2 | 815 | start load; min OAL: 0.955 |
| 90 | Jacketed | 3.6 | 955 | never exceed; min OAL: 0.955; 15,700 cup |
| 95 | Jacketed | 3.1 | 814 | start load; min OAL: 0.970 |
| 95 | Jacketed | 3.5 | 901 | never exceed; min OAL: 0.970; 15,500 cup |
| 100 | Jacketed | 3.0 | 793 | start load; min OAL: 0.980 |
| 100 | Jacketed | 3.4 | 889 | never exceed; min OAL: 0.980; 16,100 cup |
| Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 135 | JHP | 7.5 | 1324 | energy: 524 |
| 155 | JHP | 6.6 | 1186 | energy: 482 |
| 180 | JHP | 5.8 | 1046 | energy: 435 |
| Cartridges of the World Source: Cartridges of the World 11th Edition | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Speer TMJ FN or GDHP | 6.2 | 995 | start charge |
| 155 | Speer TMJ FN or GDHP | 7.0 | 1159 | maximum charge |
| 165 | Speer TMJ FN or GDHP | 5.7 | 999 | start charge; approximate 165-gr law enforcement loads ("40 Lite") |
| 165 | Speer TMJ FN or GDHP | 6.2 | 1074 | maximum charge |
| 180 | Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP | 5.3 | 802 | start charge |
| 180 | Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP | 5.9 | 904 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.850"; trim-to length: 0.840"; max cart. OAL: 1.135"; RCBS shell holder: #27; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Smith & Wesson M4006; barrel length: 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. Use maximum loads with CAUTION. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | SinterFire | 4.7 | 1059 | start load; COL: 1.120"; 23,500 psi |
| 125 | SinterFire | 5.3 | 1172 | max load; COL: 1.120"; 32,300 psi |
| 135 | Nosler JHP | 6.2 | 1109 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 22,000 psi |
| 135 | Nosler JHP | 6.8 | 1250 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,000 psi |
| 140 | Barnes TAC-XP | 4.3 | 958 | start load; COL: 1.135"; 23,100 psi |
| 140 | Barnes TAC-XP | 4.8 | 1070 | max load; COL: 1.135"; 31,200 psi |
| 150 | Nosler JHP | 5.4 | 1066 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 25,700 psi |
| 150 | Nosler JHP | 5.9 | 1165 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,900 psi |
| 155 | Hornady XTP | 5.7 | 1056 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 23,900 psi |
| 155 | Hornady XTP | 6.2 | 1138 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 31,800 psi |
| 155 | Berry's Bullets FP | 5.5 | 1049 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,000 psi |
| 155 | Berry's Bullets FP | 6.0 | 1145 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,500 psi |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 5.1 | 976 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,800 psi |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 5.6 | 1061 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,900 psi |
| 165 | Berry's Bullets FP | 4.8 | 951 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 24,200 psi |
| 165 | Berry's Bullets FP | 5.4 | 1051 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 30,500 psi |
| 180 | Berry's Bullets FP | 4.6 | 925 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 28,300 psi |
| 180 | Berry's Bullets FP | 5.1 | 1002 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,100 psi |
| 180 | Hornady XTP | 5.0 | 973 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,500 psi |
| 180 | Hornady XTP | 5.8 | 1046 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,400 psi |
| 200 | Hornady XTP | 4.0 | 824 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 25,000 psi |
| 200 | Hornady XTP | 4.7 | 903 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,600 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 | 6.8 | 1215 | start load; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125 |
| 135 | Jacketed | 7.5 | 1324 | NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125; 32,500 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 | |
| 155 | XTP | 6.0 | 1088 | start load; min. OAL: 1.125 |
| 155 | XTP | 6.6 | 1186 | NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125; 33,300 psi |
| Lee Precision 155 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 | |
| 170 | XTP | 5.6 | 988 | start load; min. OAL: 1.125 |
| 170 | XTP | 6.3 | 1097 | NEVER EXCEED;compressed load; min. OAL: 1.125; 32,400 psi |
| Lee Precision 170 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 | XTP | 5.0 | 915 | start load; min. OAL: 1.125 |
| 180 | XTP | 5.8 | 1046 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.125; 33,400 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 | XTP | 4.0 | 782 | start load; min. OAL: 1.125 |
| 200 | XTP | 4.7 | 903 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.125; 33,600 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 | |
| 175 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 4.9 | 889 | start load; 19,400 cup; 1.125" OAL |
| 175 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 5.5 | 973 | max load; 21,800 cup; 1.125" OAL |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 4.8 | 815 | start load; 18,500 cup; 1.115" OAL |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 5.5 | 941 | max load; 22,800 cup; 1.115" OAL |
| 190 | Sierra JFP | 4.7 | 730 | start load; 14,600 cup; 1.135" OAL |
| 190 | Sierra JFP | 5.3 | 846 | max load; 23,000 cup; 1.135" OAL |
| 175 | Lyman Cast #401043 (#2 Alloy) | 4.8 | 832 | start load; 15,300 cup; 1.125" OAL |
| 175 | Lyman Cast #401043 (#2 Alloy) | 5.5 | 1006 | max load; 21,900 cup; 1.125" OAL |
| 175 | Lyman Cast #401638 (#2 Alloy) | 4.7 | 871 | start load; 17,400 cup; 1.100" OAL |
| 175 | Lyman Cast #401638 (#2 Alloy) | 5.4 | 1009 | max load; 22,900 cup; 1.100" OAL |
| Lyman Reloading Handbook 48th Edition cases: Winchester; trim-to length: .845"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .401"; do not reduce cases below the trim-to length; additionally do not roll crimp bullets; it is important not to seat bullets to a shorter length than listed in any handgun cartridge; but especially so in this one; pressures can be raised dramatically with deep seating | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Round Nose Semi Wad Cutter | 5.1 | 1,066 | starting load; minimum OAL: 1.135 |
| 155 | Round Nose Semi Wad Cutter | 5.6 | 1,136 | maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.135 |
| 170 | Semi Wad Cutter | 4.6 | 1,000 | starting load; minimum OAL: 1.135 |
| 170 | Semi Wad Cutter | 5.0 | 1,065 | maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.135 |
| 180 | Truncated Cone | 4.7 | 933 | starting load; minimum OAL: 1.130 |
| 180 | Truncated Cone | 5.1 | 979 | maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.130 |
| 180 | Round Nose Flat Point | 4.7 | 917 | starting load; minimum OAL: 1.122 |
| 180 | Round Nose Flat Point | 5.1 | 961 | maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.122 |
| 200 | Truncated Cone | 3.9 | 832 | starting load; minimum OAL: 1.135 |
| 200 | Truncated Cone | 4.3 | 912 | maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.135 |
| Oregon Trail Standard Handgun Loads test gun: Entreprise 5", WSP; CAUTION: All Glock .40 S&W pistols as of this writing have large unsupported chambers, as do other makes. Examine your barrel and know what you're dealing with before you proceed! These loads are intended for use in pistols with fully supported chambers ONLY! Do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 7.0 | 1159 | maximum load |
| 155 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 6.2 | 995 | |
| 165 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 6.2 | 1074 | maximum load |
| 165 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 5.7 | 999 | approximate 40 S&W 165 grain law enforcement version ("40 Lite") |
| 180 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 5.9 | 904 | maximum load |
| 180 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 5.3 | 802 | |
| Speer Reloading Manual #13 max. case length: 0.850"; trim-to length: 0.840"; max. cart. length: 1.135"; RCBS shellholder: #27; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-16"; test firearm: Smith & Wesson Model 4006; case: Speer; primers: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .400"; use maximum loads with caution; SAFETY NOTICE Some pistols chambered for the 40 S&W cartridge may not provide complete support of the case head. If this condition exists, normal pressure loads such as those shown here can cause the case wall to bulge or rupture at the unsupported point. Contact your firearm manufacturer to determine if your pistol completely supports the case head, or ask a gunsmith to inspect your pistol before using it with ANY ammunition. It is the gun owner's responsibility to know his firearm and its capabilities and limitations. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 5.6 | 1028 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 5.9 | 1068 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 6.2 | 1114 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 6.4 | 1160 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 6.7 | 1204 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 7.0 | 1248 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 7.3 | 1294 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 7.5 | 1340 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 7.8 | 1376 | maximum load |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 4.6 | 777 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 4.9 | 832 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 5.2 | 896 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 5.5 | 960 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 5.8 | 1021 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 6.1 | 1085 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 6.4 | 1149 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 6.7 | 1204 | maximum load |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 4.6 | 873 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 4.9 | 913 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 5.2 | 959 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 5.5 | 1005 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 5.8 | 1051 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 6.1 | 1097 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 6.4 | 1139 | maximum load |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 4.2 | 839 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 4.6 | 880 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 4.9 | 929 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 5.3 | 977 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 5.6 | 1025 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 6.0 | 1069 | 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 | |
| 180 | Flat Point | 5.1 | 944 | starting load; OAL: 1.190 |
| 180 | Flat Point | 5.5 | 1,016 | maximum load; OAL: 1.190 |
| 200 | Flat Point | 4.2 | 860 | starting load; OAL: 1.190 |
| 200 | Flat Point | 4.7 | 951 | maximum load; OAL: 1.190 |
| Oregon Trail Major Factor Handgun Loads test gun: Entreprise, 5" Bar-Sto, WSP; Major power factor IPSC loads. Do not exceed maximum loads; NEVER REDUCE STATED OVERALL LENGTHS. These loads should only be used in 1911-type pistols with fully supported chambers. Taper crimp at .420" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 135 | jacketed hollowpoint (JHP) | 8.2 | 1,260 | starting load |
| 135 | jacketed hollowpoint (JHP) | 9.0 | 1,400 | maximum load |
Accuracy measurements are 10-shot groups fired from a Ransom Rest at 25 yards. Test firearm was a Les Baer Premier II pistol. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 220 | Lyman 410459 | 7.0 | 1,041 | barrel (inches): 6 1/2 |
| Cast Bullet Loads | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 215 | Oregon Trail SWC | 6.5 | 977 | primer: Federal 150; rounds per pound: 1,077 |
| 223 | Hensley & Gibbs 258 cast | 7.0 | 1052 | primer: CCI 300; rounds per pound; 1,000 |
| Economical Midrange Loads firearm used: Ruger Blackhawk; case: Starline; barrel length: 6 1/2" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 170 | Sierra JHC | 8.0 | 1229 | start load; COL: 1.575"; 21,600 cup |
| 170 | Sierra JHC | 10.3 | 1488 | max load; COL: 1.575"; 38,700 cup |
| 210 | Hornady XTP | 6.9 | 971 | start load; COL: 1.580"; 17,700 cup |
| 210 | Hornady XTP | 8.9 | 1243 | max load; COL: 1.580"; 37,700 cup |
| 220 | Speer JSP | 6.5 | 921 | start load; COL: 1.580"; 18,900 cup |
| 220 | Speer JSP | 8.5 | 1178 | max load; COL: 1.580"; 38,600 cup |
| 245 | Cast LSWC | 6.3 | 1001 | start load; COL: 1.630"; 21,200 cup |
| 245 | Cast LSWC | 8.0 | 1164 | max load; COL: 1.630"; 36,000 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Remington; twist: 1:18.75"; primer: Winchester LP; barrel length: 10.125"; trim length: 1.280"; BULLET DIAM.: .410". NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 215 | Oregon Trail SWC | 6.5 | 977 | primer: Federal 150; overall loaded length (inches): 1.590 |
| 223 | Hensley & Gibbs 258 cast | 7.0 | 1052 | primer: CCI 300; overall loaded length (inches): 1.698 |
| in a Ruger Blackhawk, 6 1/2-inch barrel Ruger Blackhawk, 6 1/2-inch barrel. Starline brass used for all loads. SAAMI maximum overall loaded length is 1.590 inches. Maximum case length: 1.290 inches; trim-to length: 1.280 inches. Bullets cast from Lyman mould 410459 will vary in weight from 216 to 221 grains, depending on the individual mould, alloy and or lubricant used. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 170 | Jacketed | 8.0 | 1229 | start load; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 170 | Jacketed | 10.3 | 1488 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.575; 38,700 cup |
| 210 | XTP | 6.9 | 971 | start load; min OAL: 1.580 |
| 210 | XTP | 8.9 | 1243 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 37,700 cup |
| 220 | Jacketed | 6.5 | 921 | start load; min OAL: 1.580 |
| 220 | Jacketed | 8.5 | 1178 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 38,600 cup |
| 245 | Lead | 6.3 | 1001 | start load; min OAL: 1.630 |
| 245 | Lead | 8.0 | 1164 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.630; 36,000 cup |
| Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS; maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. (Modern Reloading, Second Edition - Richard Lee) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 215 | Semi Wad Cutter | 7.5 | 995 | reduced load; reduce by 10% for starting load; OAL: 1.595 |
| Oregon Trail Bullet Co Data test gun: S&W M-57 6 1/2" except where otherwise noted in remarks; primer: WLP except where otherwise noted in remarks; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | Lead RNFP | 4.8 | 762 | starting load; COL: 1.370"; 6,100 cup |
| 200 | Lead RNFP | 5.7 | 927 | max load; COL: 1.370"; 9,900 cup |
| 240 | Lead RNFP | 4.5 | 769 | starting load; COL: 1.380"; 6,400 cup |
| 240 | Lead RNFP | 5.2 | 870 | max load; COL: 1.380"; 10,400 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Starline; twist: 1:20"; barrel: 8"; trim: 1.09"; primer: Federal 150M; dia: .430"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 | Speer Mag GDHP | 9.0 | 1132 | start charge |
| 210 | Speer Mag GDHP | 11.0 | 1320 | 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 | |
| 165 | LRNFP Cast | 6.5 | 918 | start load; COL: 1.500"; 7,700 cup |
| 165 | LRNFP Cast | 7.2 | 1059 | max load; COL: 1.500"; 11.500 cup |
| 180 | Hornady XTP | 9.0 | 1209 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 19,000 cup |
| 180 | Hornady XTP | 11.3 | 1463 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 36,900 cup |
| 185 | LRNFP Cast | 6.4 | 919 | start load; COL: 1.540"; 8,400 cup |
| 185 | LRNFP Cast | 7.4 | 1070 | max load; COL: 1.540"; 12,600 cup |
| 200 | LRNFP Cast | 6.8 | 897 | start load; COL: 1.570"; 10,500 cup |
| 200 | LRNFP Cast | 7.8 | 1045 | max load; COL: 1.570"; 15,400 cup |
| 200 | Nosler JHP | 10.0 | 1303 | start load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.600"; 30,700 cup |
| 200 | Nosler JHP | 11.1 | 1398 | max load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.600"; 38,300 cup |
| 210 | Sierra JHC | 9.0 | 1190 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 26,000 cup |
| 210 | Sierra JHC | 11.0 | 1365 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 37,600 cup |
| 220 | Berry's Bullets FP | 7.3 | 839 | start load; COL: 1.610"; 12,200 psi |
| 220 | Berry's Bullets FP | 9.0 | 1104 | max load; COL: 1.610"; 21,200 psi |
| 225 | Speer JHP | 8.0 | 1041 | start load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.575"; 18,900 cup |
| 225 | Speer JHP | 10.5 | 1291 | max load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.575"; 37,300 cup |
| 240 | LSWC Cast | 6.5 | 852 | start load; COL: 1.620"; 11,700 cup |
| 240 | LSWC Cast | 10.2 | 1276 | max load; COL: 1.620"; 37,500 cup |
| 240 | Nosler JHP | 8.0 | 1018 | start load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.600"; 21,900 cup |
| 240 | Nosler JHP | 10.2 | 1246 | max load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.600"; 38,200 cup |
| 270 | Speer GDSP | 8.5 | 1049 | start load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.600"; 32,100 cup |
| 270 | Speer GDSP | 9.5 | 1128 | max load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.600"; 36,700 cup |
| 280 | Swift JHP | 8.0 | 917 | start load; COL: 1.700"; 27,400 cup |
| 280 | Swift JHP | 9.7 | 1090 | max load; COL: 1.700"; 38,200 cup |
| 300 | Hornady XTP | 8.0 | 972 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 31,200 cup |
| 300 | Hornady XTP | 9.6 | 1113 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 38,200 cup |
| 325 | Beartooth Bullets LFN GC | 8.0 | 942 | start load; COL: 1.730"; 27,700 cup |
| 325 | Beartooth Bullets LFN GC | 10.0 | 1090 | max load; COL: 1.730"; 38,000 cup |
| 330 | Beartooth Bullets LFN GC | 8.0 | 943 | start load; COL: 1.730"; 27,800 cup |
| 330 | Beartooth Bullets LFN GC | 9.5 | 1058 | max load; COL: 1.730"; 37,000 cup |
| 355 | Beartooth Bullets LFN GC | 7.8 | 922 | start load; COL: 1.710"; 30,700 cup |
| 355 | Beartooth Bullets LFN GC | 8.8 | 991 | max load; COL: 1.710"; 37,300 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data 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 | SAECO RNFP | 10.0 | 1066 | bullet cast of wheelweights + 2% tin, BHN 10; group (inches): 1.49 |
| Lead Cast Loads All loads were fired through the 5.5-inch barrel of a Ruger Super Blackhawk .44 Magnum clamped in a Caldwell Handgun Accurizing Mechanical Machine Rest. Velocities were recorded 10 feet in front of the muzzle with an RCBS AmmoMaster chronograph. Remington cases and Winchester Large Pistol primers were used throughout. Accuracy is the average of two, five-shot groups fired at 25 yards. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 165 | Lead | 6.5 | 918 | start load; min OAL: 1.500 |
| 165 | Lead | 7.2 | 1059 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.500; 11,500 cup |
| 180 | XTP | 9.0 | 1209 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 180 | XTP | 11.3 | 1463 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 36,900 cup |
| 185 | Lead | 6.4 | 919 | start load; min OAL: 1.540 |
| 185 | Lead | 7.4 | 1070 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.540; 12,600 cup |
| 200 | Jacketed | 10.0 | 1303 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 11.1 | 1398 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 38,300 cup |
| 200 | Lead | 6.8 | 897 | start load; min OAL: 1.570 |
| 200 | Lead | 7.8 | 1045 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.570; 15,400 cup |
| 210 | Jacketed | 9.0 | 1190 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 210 | Jacketed | 11.0 | 1365 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 37,600 cup |
| 225 | Jacketed | 8.0 | 1041 | start load; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 225 | Jacketed | 10.5 | 1291 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.575; 37,300 cup |
| 240 | Jacketed | 8.0 | 1018 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 240 | Jacketed | 10.2 | 1246 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 38,200 cup |
| 240 | Lead | 6.5 | 852 | start load; min OAL: 1.620 |
| 240 | Lead | 10.2 | 1276 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.620; 37,500 cup |
| 270 | Jacketed | 8.5 | 1049 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 270 | Jacketed | 9.5 | 1128 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 36,700 cup |
| 280 | Jacketed | 8.0 | 917 | start load; min OAL: 1.700 |
| 280 | Jacketed | 9.7 | 1090 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.700; 38,200 cup |
| 300 | XTP | 8.0 | 972 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 300 | XTP | 9.6 | 1113 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 38,200 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 | |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 10.8 | 1,210 | group: 3.00 inches |
| 240 | Lyman 429421 | 8.5 | 941 | group: 1.50 inches |
| Ruger Super Blackhawk Handloads were fired from a 7 1/2-inch barreled Ruger Super Blackhawk. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Speer Special GDHP SB | 8.9 | 999 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer Special GDHP SB | 10.0 | 1132 | maximum charge |
| (Short Barrel Velocities) 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; test firearm: S&W M29; barrel length: 4"; NOTE: these loads do not produce maximum pressure; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 210 | Speer GDHP | 9.0 | 1179 | start charge |
| 210 | Speer GDHP | 11.0 | 1408 | maximum charge |
| 240 | Speer JHP, GDHP, GDSP or JSP | 8.8 | 1118 | start charge |
| 240 | Speer JHP, GDHP, GDSP or JSP | 9.6 | 1237 | 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: Winchester; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Marlin M1894; barrel length: 20"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | SAECO 62944 wadcutter | 6.8 | 895 | group (inches): 2.97; primer: Winchester Large Pistol |
| Load Data CCI 350 Magnum Pistol primers used except where otherwise specified in remarks; all loads used Federal cases and were fired through a Ruger Super Blackhawk with a 5.5-inch barrel; all groups were five shots fired at 25 yards | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 9.0 | 1,007 | |
| Midrange Loads All Smith & Wesson Models 29, 629 and 329PD. A Smith & Wesson (pre-29) .44 Magnum revolver with a 6 1/2-inch barrel used to test loads. CCI 300 primers used throughout, along with Winchester and Starline cases. Maximum case length: 1.285 inches; trim-to length: 1.275 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 9.0 | 1,068 | |
| Midrange Loads in a Ruger Super The Ruger Super Blackhawk has a barrel length of 7 1/2 inches. Standard Large Pistol (CCI 300 and Federal 150) primers used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 9.0 | 979 | |
| Midrange Loads in an S&W The Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 has a 4-inch barrel. Standard Large Pistol (CCI 300 and Federal 150) primers used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 10.7 | 1267 | |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 11.8 | 1387 | maximum load |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 7.9 | 651 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 8.2 | 691 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 8.4 | 731 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 8.7 | 765 | maximum load |
| Using 180 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Ruger New Model Blackhawk (Bisley); barrel length: 5 1/2-inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .430"; maximum COAL: 1.610"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.275"; COAL: 1.600". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 6.0 | 604 | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 6.4 | 674 | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 6.8 | 759 | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 7.1 | 841 | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 7.5 | 921 | 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". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | LRNFP | 4.8 | 816 | starting load; COL: 1.245"; 8,100 cup |
| 200 | LRNFP | 5.7 | 970 | max load; COL: 1.245"; 11,500 cup |
| 240 | LRNFP | 3.8 | 679 | starting load; COL: 1.275"; 6,400 cup |
| 240 | LRNFP | 4.6 | 841 | max load; COL: 1.275"; 11,000 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Starline; barrel: 5"; trim: .960"; twist: 1:20"; primer: Winchester LP; dia.: .430"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 4.5 | 761 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 5.0 | 847 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 Cowboy Action Shooting Data; max. case length: 0.970"; trim-to length: 0.960"; max cart. OAL: 1.430"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Cimarron SAA; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Oregon Trail RNFP | 5.0 | 734 | |
| 200 | Oregon Trail RNFP | 5.5 | 801 | |
| 245 | Lyman 429383 RN | 4.5 | 748 | factory duplication; accurate |
| 245 | Lyman 429383 RN | 5.0 | 803 | |
| Test gun was a Colt New Frontier with a 7 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and Federal 150 Large Pistol primers used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Lead | 4.8 | 816 | start load; min OAL: 1.250 |
| 200 | Lead | 5.7 | 970 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 11,500 cup |
| 240 | Lead | 3.8 | 679 | start load; min OAL: 1.250 |
| 240 | Lead | 4.6 | 841 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 11,000 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | RCBS 44-250-K | 6.5 | 730 | group (inches): 2.15 |
| Load Data Remington cases and Winchester Large Pistol primers used. All groups were five shots fired at 25 yards. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 225 | Speer JSWC | 7.5 | 1,050 | group: 1.25 inches |
| 250 | RCBS 44-250-KT | 7.5 | 1,011 | group: 3.0 inches |
| 247.5 | Lyman 424383 roundnose | 7.5 | 1,022 | group: 3.0 inches |
| 230 | Lyman 429434 | 7.5 | 1,038 | group: 2.0 inches |
Warning! Notes Loads fired from a 4 3/4-inch barrel. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 225 | Speer 225 JSWC | 7.5 | 1,050 | group (inches): 1.25 |
| (4-3/4-inch barrel) (Colt Peacemaker Loads) SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 | 8.0 | 1,033 | barrel (inches): 4 1/4 |
| Cast Bullets For postwar Colt and Smith & Wesson revolvers only! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | RCBS 44-250-KT | 6.5 | 874 | group (inches): 2.5 |
| 250 | RCBS 44-250-KT | 7.5 | 1,011 | group (inches): 3.0 |
| 250 | Lyman 424383 RN | 7.5 | 1,022 | group (inches): 3.0 |
| 215 | Lyman 429434 | 7.5 | 1,038 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 240 | Bull-X 240 SWC | 7.5 | 1,040 | |
| Colt Peacemaker Loads SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Lyman 42942 cast SWC | 6.7 | 875 | rounds per pound: 1,045 |
| Economical Midrange Loads firearm used: Smith & Wesson New Century (Triple Lock) Target; safe in all revolvers; primer: CCI 300; case: Winchester; barrel length: 6 1/2" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 165 | Cast LRNFP | 5.5 | 851 | start load; COL: 1.365"; 5,700 cup |
| 165 | Cast LRNFP | 6.3 | 1042 | max load; COL: 1.365"; 10,900 cup |
| 185 | Cast LRNFP | 5.4 | 823 | start load; COL: 1.400"; 7,700 cup |
| 185 | Cast LRNFP | 6.4 | 1031 | max load; COL: 1.400"; 13,900 cup |
| 200 | Cast LRNFP | 5.5 | 802 | start load; COL: 1.450"; 8,200 cup |
| 200 | Cast LRNFP | 6.5 | 960 | max load; COL: 1.450"; 12,900 cup |
| 200 | Nosler JHP | 6.0 | 834 | start load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 9,000 cup |
| 200 | Nosler JHP | 6.8 | 967 | max load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 12,900 cup |
| 220 | Berry's Bullets FP | 5.7 | 748 | start load; COL: 1.460"; 8,700 cup |
| 220 | Berry's Bullets FP | 6.5 | 918 | max load; COL: 1.460"; 13,700 cup |
| 240 | Cast LSWC | 4.9 | 721 | start load; COL: 1.450"; 8,000 cup |
| 240 | Cast LSWC | 5.6 | 873 | 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 | |
| 165 | Lead | 5.5 | 920 | start load; min OAL: 1.365 |
| 165 | Lead | 6.3 | 1042 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.365; 10,900 cup |
| 185 | Lead | 5.4 | 884 | start load; min OAL: 1.400 |
| 185 | Lead | 6.4 | 1031 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.400; 13,900 cup |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 862 | start load; min OAL: 1.460 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.8 | 967 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.460; 12,900 cup |
| 200 | Lead | 5.5 | 802 | start load; min OAL: 1.450 |
| 200 | Lead | 6.5 | 960 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.450; 12,900 cup |
| 240 | Lead | 4.9 | 778 | start load; min OAL: 1.450 |
| 240 | Lead | 5.6 | 873 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.450; 13,300 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 | |
| 250 | RCBS 250K | 7.5 | 952 | extreme spread (fps): 8.9; group (inches): 1.25 |
| Skeeter Skelton .44 Special #5 | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 7.2 | 1007 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 8.0 | 1079 | maximum charge |
| 225 | Speer SWC GC | 6.2 | 849 | start charge |
| 225 | Speer SWC GC | 6.8 | 950 | maximum charge |
| 250 | Speer K | 5.9 | 769 | start charge |
| 250 | Speer K | 6.5 | 880 | maximum charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP SB | 7.0 | 842 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP SB | 7.6 | 950 | maximum charge |
| 240 | Speer Mag JHP or Mag JSP | 6.3 | 662 | start charge |
| 240 | Speer Mag JHP or Mag JSP | 6.8 | 803 | 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 | 6.3 | 585 | Do Not Reduce |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.6 | 640 | |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.0 | 706 | |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.3 | 771 | |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.7 | 831 | maximum load |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 6.0 | 527 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 6.4 | 589 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 6.8 | 661 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 7.2 | 734 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 7.6 | 806 | |
| 180 | Hornady FP-Cowboy | 8.0 | 871 | maximum load |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.8 | 605 | Do Not Reduce |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.1 | 639 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.4 | 683 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.7 | 725 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.0 | 766 | maximum load |
| 240 | Hornady HP-XTP or CL-SIL | 5.3 | 608 | Do Not Reduce |
| 240 | Hornady HP-XTP or CL-SIL | 5.7 | 674 | |
| 240 | Hornady HP-XTP or CL-SIL | 6.1 | 740 | maximum load |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 5.2 | 605 | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 5.7 | 685 | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 6.1 | 765 | |
| 240 | Hornady SWC-HP or SWC | 6.6 | 846 | 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 | |
| 200 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 9.5 | 1,142 | extreme spread: 28 |
| 225 | Speer SWC-HP | 8.0 | 1,079 | extreme spread: 19 |
| +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 | |
| 200 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jktd HP and Jktd Soft Pt | 6.9 | 977 | maximum load; most accurate load tested |
| 200 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jktd HP and Jktd Soft Pt | 6.4 | 894 | |
| 200 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jktd HP and Jktd Soft Pt | 5.9 | 811 | |
| Handgun Using Nosler Bullets handgun: barrel: Douglas, length: 8.2", twist: 1-20"; case: Remington; primer: Rem. 2 1/2; bullets: 200 GR & 240 GR Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP; OACL: 1.455"; maximum SAAMI overall cartridge length: 1.615"; Use Maximum Loads with Caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Cast #429667 | 5.6 | 696 | sugg. start load; 1.500" OAL; 8,100 cup |
| 240 | Cast #429667 | 6.3 | 814 | max load; 1.500" OAL; 12,200 cup |
| 245 | Cast #429383 | 5.7 | 675 | sugg. start load; 1.570" OAL; 7 1/2" barrel; 7,400 cup |
| 245 | Cast #429383 | 7.0 | 938 | max load; 1.570" OAL; 7 1/2" barrel; 13,700 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 | |
| 200 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 9.5 | 1,184 | |
| 225 | Speer SWC-HP | 8.0 | 1,130 | |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 8.0 | 1,056 | |
| 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 | |
| 200 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 9.5 | 1,142 | extreme spread (fps): 28 |
| 225 | Speer SWC-HP | 8.0 | 1,079 | extreme spread (fps): 19 |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 8.0 | 1,042 | extreme spread (fps): 20 |
| 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 | |
| 200 | RCBS 44-200-FN cast | 8.0 | 1,055 | extreme spread (fps): 29 |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 6.0 | 779 | extreme spread (fps): 23 |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 6.7 | 875 | extreme spread (fps): 21 |
| 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 | 6.0 | 779 | |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 semiwadcutter | 6.7 | 875 | |
| 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. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | Remington 200 FN (427) | 9.5 | 976 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 200 | RCBS 44-200-FN | 9.5 | 1,091 | group (inches): 1.0 |
| Colt Peacemaker Loads SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 6.5 | 714 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 6.9 | 770 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 Cowboy Action Shooting Data; max. case length: 1.305"; trim-to length: 1.295"; max cart. OAL: 1.590"; RCBS shell holder: #35; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Colt New Service; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: Bullets were cast in RCBS moulds. Maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Lead RNFP | 6.6 | 950 | starting load; 10,000 psi |
| 200 | Lead RNFP | 7.3 | 1,069 | maximum load; 11,100 psi |
| Hodgdon Data case: Winchester; barrel length: 20"; twist: 1:36"; trim length: 1.295"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .428"; COL: 1.600"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Cast LRNFP | 6.6 | 722 | starting load; 10,000 psi |
| 200 | Cast LRNFP | 7.3 | 777 | maximum load; 11,100 psi |
| 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 | Lead | 6.6 | 707 | start load; min OAL: 1.600 |
| 200 | Lead | 7.3 | 777 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.600; 11,100 psi |
| Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Large Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Round Nose Flat Point | 6.5 | 676 | starting load |
| 200 | Round Nose Flat Point | 7.2 | 731 | maximum load |
| 225 | Round Nose Flat Point | 6.5 | 705 | starting load |
| 225 | Round Nose Flat Point | 7.0 | 745 | maximum load |
| Oregon Trail Handgun Data test gun: Colt S.A.; 5 1/2"; CCI large pistol primers; OAL: 1.575; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 6.5 | 1236 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer FN or CM | 6.9 | 1346 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.305"; trim-to length: 1.295"; max cart. OAL: 1.592"; RCBS shell holder: #35; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Universal Receiver; barrel length: HS Precision 24"; bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Oregon Trail RNFP | 8.0 | 836 | extreme spread (fps): 89 |
| 200 | Oregon Trail RNFP | 8.5 | 905 | extreme spread (fps): 77 |
| 200 | Oregon Trail RNFP | 9.0 | 971 | extreme spread (fps): 101; maximum |
| 214 | RCBS cast 44-200-FN | 9.0 | 928 | extreme spread (fps): 51 |
| 13,000 CUP Sixgun Loads A Colt Frontier Six Shooter with a 7 1/2-inch barrel was used in developing the load data. Winchester Large Pistol primers and Starline cases were used throughout. Temperature during testing was 40 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 220 | Lyman cast 429215 GC | 9.5 | 1,045 | extreme spread (fps): 55 |
| 13,000 CUP+ Sixgun Loads The following .44 WCF loads exceed 13,000 CUP and are only suitable for the Ruger Vaquero, Smith & Wesson N-Frame, Colt New Service and Colt Single Action Army manufactured after 1905 or with serial numbers above 261,000. None of these loads exceed 20,000 psi. A Colt Frontier Six Shooter with a 7 1/2-inch barrel was used in developing the load data. Winchester Large Pistol primers and Starline cases were used throughout. Temperature during testing was 40 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Flat Point | 6.5 | 886 | starting load |
| 200 | Flat Point | 7.0 | 1,010 | maximum load |
| 225 | Flat Point | 6.5 | 856 | starting load |
| 225 | Flat Point | 7.0 | 959 | maximum load |
| Cowboy Loads (Oregon Trail Rifle Data) test gun: Marlin 24", CCI large pistol primers; OAL: 1.575; never reduce stated overall lengths; these loads are intended for modern rifles; do not fire in black-powder/antique guns! do not exceed maximum loads | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | RCBS 44-200-FN | 6.5 | 628 | 25-yard group (inches): 2.70 |
| in a Colt Lightning | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 205 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 5.9 | 555 | Do Not Reduce! |
| 205 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 6.5 | 620 | |
| 205 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 7.2 | 685 | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 155 | Cast LSWC | 6.5 | 1015 | start load; COL: 1.230"; 13,000 cup |
| 155 | Cast LSWC | 7.0 | 1135 | max load; COL: 1.230"; 16,700 cup |
| 155 | SinterFire | 5.4 | 828 | start load; COL: 1.220"; 12,300 cup |
| 155 | SinterFire | 6.0 | 1050 | max load; COL: 1.220"; 16,900 cup |
| 160 | Barnes TAC-XP | 5.4 | 938 | start load; COL: 1.200"; 17,100 psi |
| 160 | Barnes TAC-XP | 5.9 | 1047 | max load; COL: 1.200"; 19,500 psi |
| 180 | LFP | 5.3 | 755 | start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 11,100 cup |
| 180 | LFP | 6.4 | 1019 | max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 17,600 cup |
| 185 | Hornady JSWC | 6.0 | 908 | start load; COL: 1.135"; 13,100 cup |
| 185 | Hornady JSWC | 6.4 | 977 | max load COL: 1.135"; 16,800 cup |
| 200 | Speer JHP | 5.8 | 889 | start load; COL: 1.155"; 15,100 cup |
| 200 | Speer JHP | 6.2 | 949 | max load; COL: 1.155"; 17,200 cup |
| 200 | Cast LSWC | 5.8 | 889 | start load; COL: 1.225"; 13,900 cup |
| 200 | Cast LSWC | 6.3 | 962 | max load; COL: 1.225"; 16,800 cup |
| 230 | LRN | 4.5 | 703 | start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 11,400 cup |
| 230 | LRN | 5.4 | 857 | max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 16,800 cup |
| 230 | Hornady FMJ FP | 5.1 | 716 | start load; COL: 1.200"; 11,800 cup |
| 230 | Hornady FMJ FP | 5.6 | 844 | max load; COL: 1.200"; 16,800 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 | |
| 155 | Lead | 6.9 | 1096 | start load; min OAL: 1.230 |
| 155 | Lead | 7.6 | 1195 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.230; 18,000 cup |
| 185 | Jacketed | 6.8 | 939 | start load; min OAL: 1.195 |
| 185 | Jacketed | 7.2 | 993 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.195; 17,000 cup |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 829 | start load; min OAL: 1.155 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.7 | 930 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.155; 17,200 cup |
| 200 | Lead | 6.0 | 891 | start load; min OAL: 1.225 |
| 200 | Lead | 6.7 | 981 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.225; 16,600 cup |
| 230 | Jacketed | 5.4 | 775 | start load; min OAL: 1.200 |
| 230 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 853 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.200; 16,900 cup |
| Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Speer LSWC | 4.9 | 710 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer LSWC | 5.4 | 804 | maximum charge |
| 230 | Speer LRN | 5.2 | 748 | start charge |
| 230 | Speer LRN | 5.5 | 837 | maximum charge |
| 185 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 6.9 | 851 | start charge |
| 185 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 7.7 | 991 | maximum charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN, TMJ Match SWC or GDHP | 6.3 | 829 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN, TMJ Match SWC or GDHP | 7.0 | 967 | maximum charge |
| 225 | Speer Colt JHP | 5.8 | 725 | start charge |
| 225 | Speer Colt JHP | 6.5 | 845 | maximum charge |
| 230 | Speer TMJ RN | 5.5 | 730 | start charge |
| 230 | Speer TMJ RN | 6.3 | 841 | maximum charge |
| 230 | Speer GDHP SB or GDHP | 5.4 | 704 | start charge |
| 230 | Speer GDHP SB or GDHP | 6.0 | 806 | 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 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 5.6 | 759 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 5.9 | 806 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 6.1 | 853 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 6.3 | 900 | 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 LRN | 5.2 | 669 | |
| 230 | Hornady LRN | 5.4 | 719 | |
| 230 | Hornady LRN | 5.7 | 769 | 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 | |
| 180 | Semi Wad Cutter | 6.6 | 994 | starting load |
| 180 | Semi Wad Cutter | 6.9 | 1,057 | maximum load |
| 200 | Semi Wad Cutter | 6.0 | 815 | starting load |
| 200 | Semi Wad Cutter | 6.7 | 963 | maximum load |
| 225 | Flat Point | 5.4 | 700 | starting load |
| 225 | Flat Point | 5.9 | 825 | maximum load |
| 230 | Round Nose | 5.4 | 714 | starting load |
| 230 | Round Nose | 5.9 | 844 | maximum load |
| Standard Loads Oregon Trail Handgun Data test gun: Entreprise 1911 frame, 5" Bar-Sto barrel, WLP; 180 and 200 gr Semi Wad Cutter OAL: 1.250; 225 Flat Point OAL: 1.205; 230 Round Nose OAL: 1.260; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 185 | Hornady Target SWC | 6.5 | 845 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.20; 1 1/2-inch average |
| Field Loads Groups were fired at 25 yards. All velocities were measured on an Oehler Model 35P chronograph 10 feet from the muzzle. Remington cases and Remington 2 1/2 primers used in all loads. Ambient temperature: 80 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Hornady HP/XTP | 7.0 | 1,022 | |
| 230 | Nosler FMJ | 5.7 | 888 | |
| 230 | Nosler FMJ | 6.3 | 940 | maximum |
| in a Kimber Custom Classic Warning! Barrel length: 5 inches. Starline brass and Federal Gold Medal 150 Match primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 75 degrees. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.0 | 946 | |
| 230 | Nosler FMJ | 5.7 | 854 | |
| 230 | Nosler FMJ | 6.3 | 899 | accurate |
| in an S&W Model 625-6 Warning! Barrel length: 4 inches. Starline brass and Federal Gold Medal 150 Match primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 75 degrees. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Laser Cast SWC | 5.5 | 898 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.240 |
| 200 | Laser Cast SWC | 6.0 | 968 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.240 |
| 200 | Laser Cast SWC | 6.5 | 1054 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.240 |
| 200 | Montana/RCBS 45-201-SWC | 5.5 | 902 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.239 |
| 200 | Montana/RCBS 45-201-SWC | 6.5 | 1061 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.239 |
| 200 | Montana LBT-RFN | 5.5 | 705 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.241 |
| 200 | Montana LBT-RFN | 6.5 | 920 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.241 |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ-C/T | 6.5 | 969 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.245 |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ-C/T | 7.3 | 1083 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.245 |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 6.5 | 946 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.155 |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 7.3 | 1057 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.155 |
| Load Data A Kimber Model 1911 Classic Custom Target with a 5-inch barrel (1-in-16-inch twist) was used to fire all loads. Starline cases and Federal Gold Medal Match 150 primers were used throughout. Maximum case length: .898 inch; trim length: .888 inch. Maximum overall cartridge length: 1.275 inches; minimum overall cartridge length: 1.190 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 6.2 | 654 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 6.6 | 737 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 6.9 | 824 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 7.3 | 915 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 7.6 | 1006 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 8.0 | 1094 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 8.3 | 1173 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches; maximum load |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 6.2 | 693 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 6.5 | 752 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 6.7 | 814 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 7.0 | 879 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 7.2 | 947 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 7.5 | 1003 | COAL: 1.155 inches; maximum load |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 5.6 | 756 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 6.0 | 812 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 6.3 | 880 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 6.7 | 948 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 7.0 | 1005 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches; maximum load |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 5.6 | 704 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 6.0 | 767 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 6.3 | 844 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 6.7 | 921 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 7.0 | 983 | COAL: 1.200 inches; maximum load |
| Revolver Handloading Data +P+ using Sierra bullets Warning! Gun: Ruger New Model Blackhawk; Barrel Length: 5.5 inches; Case: Starline; Primer: Federal 150; Bullet Diameter: .451 inch and .452 inch (Sierra bullets: .4515 inch); Maximum COAL: 1.275 inches; Maximum Case Length: .898 inch; Trim to Length: .888 inch. WARNING: Many of the maximum loads in the accompanying data (developed in the Sierra lab) exceed both of these pressure guidelines. They were developed for large frame revolvers ONLY, such as the Ruger Blackhawk and Freedom Arms Model 83, or revolvers with similar strength. As a result, these loads are rated as +P+. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Hornady XTP | 6.3 | 777 | group (inches): 3.19; muzzle energy (ft-lb): 268 |
| 230 | Hornady XTP | 5.7 | 752 | group (inches): 2.99; muzzle energy (ft-lb): 289 |
| Taurus Stellar Tracker Taurus Stellar Tracker with a 4-inch barrel and open sights was used for testing. Accuracy is based on the average of three, five-shot groups at 15 yards from a benchrest. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | Jacketed | 6.1 | 864 | start load; min OAL: 1.195 |
| 185 | Jacketed | 6.5 | 914 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.195; 14,450 cup |
| 200 | Jacketed | 5.4 | 763 | start load; min OAL: 1.155 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 856 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.155; 14,620 cup |
| 200 | Lead | 5.4 | 820 | start load; min OAL: 1.225 |
| 200 | Lead | 6.0 | 903 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.225; 14,110 cup |
| 230 | Jacketed | 4.9 | 713 | start load; min OAL: 1.200 |
| 230 | Jacketed | 5.4 | 785 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.200; 14,365 cup |
| Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 255 | Semi Wad Cutter | 5.8 | 868 | OAL: 1.200 |
| +P Pin Loads Oregon Trail Handgun Data test gun: Smith & Wesson 1955 6", WLP; never reduce stated overall lengths; THESE ARE MAXIMUM LOADS - DO NOT INCREASE THESE CHARGES! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Hensley & Gibbs Keith semiwadcutter | 6.8 | 972 | |
| 255 | Hornady swaged lead | 6.0 | 909 | |
| 280 | cast RCBS 45-270-SAA | 5.0 | 738 | |
| 280 | cast RCBS 45-270-SAA | 5.7 | 868 | |
| 280 | cast RCBS 45-270-SAA | 6.0 | 921 | maximum |
All the velocities were obtained from a Model 625-6 with a 4-inch barrel, except where noted with a 6 1/2-inch barreled S&W Model 25-2. For reference, the 4-inch barrel was commonly producing around 10 to 30 fps less velocity than the 6 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and Federal 150 Gold Medal primers were used throughout. Maximum case length: .898 inch; trim-to length: .888 inch. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | Lyman 454424 | 9.3 | 991 | group (inches): 1.75 |
| 246 | RCBS 45-246 | 9.5 | 1,002 | group (inches): 3.0 |
| 230 | NEI .45-230 HB | 9.3 | 1,066 | group (inches): 1.75 |
| 253 | AA 504 253 | 9.3 | 1,013 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| Colt Peacemaker Loads Source: Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA | 8.0 | 915 | barrel length: 5 1/2"; rounds per pound: 875 |
| Economical Midrange Loads Firearm used: Ruger Blackhawk; suitable for all smokeless-era revolvers; primer: CCI 300; case: Starline; barrel length: 6" (except where otherwise specified in remarks) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 160 | Cast LRNFP | 6.5 | 798 | start load; COL: 1.500"; 7,400 cup |
| 160 | Cast LRNFP | 9.5 | 1197 | max load; COL: 1.500"; 12,900 cup |
| 180 | Cast LRNFP | 6.5 | 791 | start load; COL: 1.540"; 7,100 cup |
| 180 | Cast LRNFP | 9.2 | 1161 | max load; COL: 1.540"; 13,900 cup |
| 200 | Cast LRNFP | 6.4 | 749 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 5,700 cup |
| 200 | Cast LRNFP | 8.8 | 1067 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,600 cup |
| 200 | Hornady XTP | 8.0 | 915 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 9,600 cup |
| 200 | Hornady XTP | 9.0 | 1068 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,900 cup |
| 215 | Cast LRNFP | 6.8 | 777 | start load; COL: 1.650"; 6,300 cup |
| 215 | Cast LRNFP | 8.6 | 1001 | max load; COL: 1.650"; 13,800 cup |
| 225 | Hornady FTX | 6.4 | 684 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 7,800 psi |
| 225 | Hornady FTX | 8.2 | 916 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,200 psi |
| 230 | Cast LRNFP | 6.5 | 761 | start load; COL: 1.580"; 7,600 cup |
| 230 | Cast LRNFP | 8.1 | 975 | max load; COL: 1.580"; 13,800 cup |
| 250 | Cast LRNFP | 6.5 | 742 | start load; COL: 1.600"; 9,200 cup |
| 250 | Cast LRNFP | 7.8 | 941 | max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,000 cup |
| 250 | Hornady XTP | 7.5 | 705 | start load; COL: 1.595"; 10,300 cup |
| 250 | Hornady XTP | 8.5 | 856 | max load; COL: 1.595"; 14,000 cup |
| 260 | Speer JHP | 7.0 | 661 | start load; COL: 1.595"; 9,400 cup |
| 260 | Speer JHP | 8.0 | 813 | max load; COL: 1.595"; 14,000 cup |
| 300 | Sierra JFP | 6.6 | 593 | start load; COL: 1.670"; 11,200 cup |
| 300 | Sierra JFP | 7.3 | 700 | max load; COL: 1.670"; 13,700 cup |
| 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 | |
| 160 | Lead | 6.5 | 882 | start load; min. OAL: 1.480 |
| 160 | Lead | 9.5 | 1197 | never exceed; OAL: 1.480; 12,900 cup |
| 180 | Lead | 6.5 | 879 | start load; min. OAL: 1.540 |
| 180 | Lead | 9.2 | 1161 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.540; 13,900 cup |
| 200 | Lead | 6.4 | 825 | start load; min. OAL: 1.600 |
| 200 | Lead | 8.8 | 1067 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.600; 13,600 cup |
| 200 | XTP | 8.0 | 962 | start load; min. OAL: 1.600 |
| 200 | XTP | 9.0 | 1068 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.600; 13,900 cup |
| 215 | Lead | 6.8 | 820 | start load; min. OAL: 1.650 |
| 215 | Lead | 8.6 | 1001 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.650; 13,800 cup |
| 230 | Lead | 6.5 | 806 | start load; min. OAL: 1.580 |
| 230 | Lead | 8.1 | 975 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.580; 13,800 cup |
| 250 | Lead | 6.5 | 799 | start load; min. OAL: 1.600 |
| 250 | Lead | 7.8 | 941 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.600; 13,000 cup |
| 250 | XTP | 7.5 | 763 | start load; min. OAL: 1.595 |
| 250 | XTP | 8.5 | 856 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.595; 14,000 cup |
| 260 | XTP | 7.0 | 726 | start load; min. OAL: 1.595 |
| 260 | XTP | 8.0 | 813 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.595; 14,000 cup |
| 300 | Jacketed | 6.6 | 637 | start load; min. OAL: 1.670 |
| 300 | Jacketed | 7.3 | 700 | never exceed; min. OAL: 1.670; 13,700 cup |
| Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 225 | Speer CAV | 7.8 | 991 | start charge |
| 225 | Speer CAV | 8.5 | 1086 | 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 | |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.5 | 762.8 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.5 | 792.0 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.5 | 803.9 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.5 | 809.2 | primer: Federal 150; 791.9 fps |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 944.6 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 954.6 | primer: Federal 150; 949.6 fps |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 842.3 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 818.0 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 915.3 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 911.7 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 877.3 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 890.5 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 8.8 | 897.4 | primer: Federal 150; 891.8 fps |
| 250 | MG | 8.8 | 793.6 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.8 | 794.6 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.8 | 869.8 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.8 | 848.1 | primer: Federal 150; 826.5 fps |
| 250 | MG | 8.6 | 944.3 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.6 | 963.8 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.6 | 956.5 | primer: Federal 150; 954.9 fps |
| 250 | MG | 8.6 | 959.8 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.6 | 949.0 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.6 | 963.7 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 8.6 | 950.7 | primer: Federal 150; 955.8 fps |
| Cimarron | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Speer LSWC | 8.3 | 826 | start charge |
| 250 | Speer LSWC | 9.2 | 942 | maximum charge |
| 225 | Speer CAV or 230 CM | 7.8 | 813 | start charge |
| 225 | Speer CAV or 230 CM | 8.5 | 887 | maximum charge |
| 255 | Speer SWC | 7.2 | 815 | start charge |
| 255 | Speer SWC | 8.0 | 883 | maximum charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 8.4 | 892 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 9.2 | 985 | maximum charge |
| 230 | Speer GDHP SB or GDHP or 225 JHP | 8.2 | 819 | start charge |
| 230 | Speer GDHP SB or GDHP or 225 JHP | 9.0 | 873 | maximum charge |
| 260 | Speer JHP | 8.9 | 897 | maximum charge; DO NOT REDUCE |
| Handgun 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 | |
| 225 | Speer jacketed hollowpoint | 9.3 | 944 | velocity spread: 37 fps; 25-yard group: 3.2 inches |
| 255 | Oregon Trail semiwadcutter | 9.0 | 970 | velocity spread: 24 fps; 25-yard group: 3.0 inches |
| Handloads (14,000 psi) Starline brass used throughout with CCI 300 primers. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 8.0 | 902 | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 8.5 | 943 | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 9.0 | 991 | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 9.7 | 1042 | |
| in a Ruger New Model Blackhawk These loads exceed industry pressure guidelines and should be used ONLY in modern guns intended to handle pressures of 23,000 psi. All loads were fired in a Ruger New Model Blackhawk .45 (.357 Blackhawk frame) with a 5 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and Winchester Large Pistol primers were used throughout. Cartridge overall loaded length: 1.650 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Speer JHP | 9.0 | 823 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.555 |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 9.3 | 860 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.550 |
| 250 | Hornady HP-XTP | 8.5 | 798 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.5975 |
| 255 | Rim Rock cast SWC GC | 8.5 | 935 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.580 |
| in a Ruger New Model Blackhawk (Std. Pressure 14,000 psi) Loads fired in a 5 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing ranged from 70 to 92 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Oregon Trail RNFP | 9.0 | 956 | |
| 230 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 9.3 | 916 | 111 fps spreads; vertical spread |
| in a Turnbull Cowboy Classic/USFA CCI 300 primers and Starline cases used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 8.0 | 915 | |
| Load Data ( 14,000 psi) primer: CCI 300 | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 280 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 9.0 | 997 | |
| 280 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 10.0 | 1,076 | |
| Load Data (20,000 psi) primer: CCI 300 except where specified otherwise in remarks | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 6.9 | 666 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 7.3 | 721 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 7.7 | 775 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 8.1 | 832 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 8.5 | 896 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 8.9 | 941 | |
| 200 | Hornady SWC or L-C/T | 9.3 | 993 | maximum load |
| Revolver (Using 200 GR Hornady Bullets) Gun: Ruger New Model (Bisley) Blackhawk; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WLP; bullet diameter: .452"; COAL: 1.595"; maximum COAL: 1.600"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.275"; | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.5 | 572 | |
| 250 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.9 | 606 | |
| 250 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.2 | 643 | |
| 250 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.5 | 683 | |
| 250 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.9 | 730 | |
| 250 | Hornady HP-XTP | 8.2 | 772 | maximum load |
| Revolver (using 250 GR Hornady Bullets) Gun: Ruger New Model (Bisley) Blackhawk; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WLP; bullet diameter: .452"; COAL: 1.595"; maximum COAL: 1.600"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.275"; | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 255 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 5.6 | 566 | |
| 255 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 6.1 | 625 | |
| 255 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 6.6 | 674 | |
| 255 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 7.0 | 753 | |
| 255 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 7.4 | 802 | |
| 255 | Hornady FP Cowboy | 7.9 | 862 | maximum load |
| Revolver (Using 255 GR Hornady Bullets) Gun: Ruger New Model (Bisley) Blackhawk; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WLP; bullet diameter: .452"; COAL: 1.575"; maximum COAL: 1.600"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.275"; | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 225 | Speer JHP | 9.3 | 844 | |
| 250 | Oregon Trail Cast RNFP | 9.0 | 956 | |
| Ruger New Vaquero All loads fired from the 4 5/8-inch barrel of a Ruger New Vaquero .45 Colt. Winchester cases and Federal 150 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 30 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Oregon Trail Laser-Cast RNFP | 8.2 | 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. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 10.0 | 920.1 | |
| 230 | Speer Gold Dot | 9.0 | 840.0 | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 9.0 | 854.2 | |
| with 3-inch barrel This is an average of three shots fired over a chronograph with skyscreens placed 10 feet from the muzzle. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 10.0 | 1,027.1 | |
| 250 | Speer swaged lead | 10.0 | 1,073.1 | |
| 230 | Speer Gold Dot | 9.0 | 991.8 | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 9.0 | 935.7 | |
| with 4.75-inch barrel This is an average of three shots fired over a chronograph with skyscreens placed 10 feet from the muzzle. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 10.0 | 1,069.5 | |
| 230 | Speer Gold Dot | 9.0 | 946.0 | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 9.0 | 964.3 | |
| with 5-inch barrel This is an average of three shots fired over a chronograph with skyscreens placed 10 feet from the muzzle. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 10.0 | 1,031.5 | |
| 250 | Speer swaged lead | 10.0 | 1,082.0 | |
| 230 | Speer Gold Dot | 9.0 | 945.4 | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 9.0 | 980.0 | |
| with 5.5-inch barrel This is an average of three shots fired over a chronograph with skyscreens placed 10 feet from the muzzle. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 10.0 | 1,122.7 | |
| 250 | Speer swaged lead | 10.0 | 1,043.0 | |
| 230 | Speer Gold Dot | 9.0 | 965.9 | |
| 250 | RCBS cast | 9.0 | 996.1 | |
| with 7.5-inch barrel This is an average of three shots fired over a chronograph with skyscreens placed 10 feet from the muzzle. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | Hornady Jacketed HP | 5.4 | 859 | start load; 17,700 psi; 1.060" OAL |
| 185 | Hornady Jacketed HP | 6.0 | 997 | max load; 21,900 psii; 1.060" OAL |
| 200 | Speer Jacketed HP | 4.9 | 749 | start load; 15,200 psi; 1.080" OAL |
| 200 | Speer Jacketed HP | 5.5 | 906 | max load; 20,700 psi; 1.080" OAL |
| 230 | Speer TMJ | 4.4 | 728 | start load; 17,100 psi; 1.135" OAL |
| 230 | Speer TMJ | 5.0 | 860 | max load; 22,700 psi; 1.135" OAL |
| 200 | Lyman Cast #452630 | 4.5 | 856 | start load; 17,600 psi; 1.080" OAL |
| 200 | Lyman Cast #452630 | 5.1 | 980 | max load; 21,100 psi; 1.080" OAL |
| 225 | Lyman Cast #452374 | 4.2 | 822 | start load; 17,600 psi; 1.135" OAL |
| 225 | Lyman Cast #452374 | 4.7 | 927 | max load; 22,000 psi; 1.135" OAL |
| 200 | Lyman Cast #452460 | 4.6 | 917 | start load; 18,500 psi; 1.030" OAL |
| 200 | Lyman Cast #452460 | 5.2 | 1040 | max load; 22,000 psi; 1.030" OAL |
| Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Winchester; trim-to length: .755"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman Shell Holder: No. 2; cast bullets sized to .451" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 185 | Speer TMJ FN | 6.7 | 1007 | start charge |
| 185 | Speer TMJ FN | 7.1 | 1089 | max charge |
| 185 | Speer GDHP | 6.3 | 938 | start charge |
| 185 | Speer GDHP | 6.8 | 1044 | max charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN | 6.4 | 970 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN | 7.0 | 1072 | max charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 5.8 | 893 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 6.2 | 988 | max charge |
| Speer Handgun Data Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.760"; trim-to length: 0.750"; max cart. OAL: 1.137"; RCBS Shell Holder: #3; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Glock Model 37; barrel length: 4.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 185 | Hornady XTP | 5.5 | 864 | starting load; psi: 17,700 |
| 185 | Hornady XTP | 6.3 | 1,027 | maximum load; psi: 22,300 |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 5.2 | 838 | starting load; psi: 18,500 |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 5.7 | 924 | maximum load; psi: 20,900 |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data Never exceed the loads listed here. case: Speer; BBL: 5 inches; PR: Winchester SP; twist: 1:16 inches; trim: .750 inch | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | LRNFP | 6.0 | 773 | starting load; 9,100 cup |
| 200 | LRNFP | 7.0 | 938 | maximum load; 13,100 cup |
| 230 | LRNFP | 5.5 | 738 | starting load; 9,400 cup |
| 230 | LRNFP | 6.0 | 816 | maximum load; 11,400 cup |
| 250 | LRNFP | 6.0 | 724 | starting load; 9,900 cup |
| 250 | LRNFP | 6.3 | 830 | maximum load; 13,800 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Starline; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 1.095"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.430"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Lead Round Nose Flat Point | 6.0 | 773 | starting load; 9,100 cup |
| 200 | Lead Round Nose Flat Point | 7.0 | 938 | maximum load; 13,100 cup |
| 230 | Lead Round Nose Flat Point | 5.5 | 738 | starting load; 9,400 cup |
| 230 | Lead Round Nose Flat Point | 6.0 | 816 | maximum load; 11,400 cup |
| 250 | Lead Round Nose Flat Point | 6.0 | 724 | starting load; 9,900 cup |
| 250 | Lead Round Nose Flat Point | 6.3 | 830 | maximum load; 13,800 cup |
| Hodgdon Cowboy Action Data NEVER exceed maximum loads | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Lead | 6.0 | 773 | start load; min OAL: 1.300 |
| 200 | Lead | 7.0 | 938 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.300; 13,100 cup |
| 230 | Lead | 5.5 | 738 | start load; min OAL: 1.300 |
| 230 | Lead | 6.0 | 816 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.300; 11,400 cup |
| 250 | Lead | 6.0 | 724 | start load; min OAL: 1.350 |
| 250 | Lead | 6.3 | 830 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.350; 13,800 cup |
| Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 225 | Speer CAV | 5.0 | 551 | start charge |
| 225 | Speer CAV | 5.5 | 628 | 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 | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | Hornady Jacketed Semi-Wadcutter | 6.0 | 908 | starting load; dia: .451"; COL: 1.195"; 13,100 cup |
| 185 | Hornady Jacketed Semi-Wadcutter | 7.0 | 1,067 | maximum load; dia: .451"; COL: 1.195"; 20,100 cup |
| 200 | Speer Jacketed Hollow Point | 5.8 | 889 | starting load; dia: .451"; COL: 1.155"; 15,100 cup |
| 200 | Speer Jacketed Hollow Point | 6.7 | 1,014 | maximum load; dia: .451"; COL: 1.155"; 20,100 cup |
| 230 | Hornady Full Metal Jacket Flat Point | 5.1 | 716 | starting load; dia: .451"; COL: 1.200"; 11,800 cup |
| 230 | Hornady Full Metal Jacket Flat Point | 6.0 | 877 | maximum load; dia: .451"; COL: 1.200"; 19,400 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Winchester; twist: 1:16"; barrel: 5"; trim: .893"; primer: Federal 150; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325 | Cast Performance LFNPB | 10.0 | 1020 | primer: Federal 205; rounds per pound: 700 |
| Economical Midrange Loads firearm used: Freedom Arms Model 83; case: Starline; barrel length: 4 3/4" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 10.2 | 1212 | start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.680"; 24,400 cup |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 11.5 | 1325 | max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.680"; 37,500 cup |
| 250 | Nosler JHP | 10.8 | 1221 | start load; bullet diam.: .451"; COL: 1.700"; 25,700 cup |
| 250 | Nosler JHP | 12.0 | 1290 | max load; bullet diam.: .451"; COL: 1.700"; 35,300 cup |
| 260 | Speer JHP | 10.3 | 1157 | start load; bullet diam.: .451"; COL: 1.675"; 25,500 cup |
| 260 | Speer JHP | 11.5 | 1245 | max load; bullet diam.: .451"; COL: 1.675"; 34,900 cup |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Freedom Arms; twist: 1:24"; primer: Winchester SR; barrel length: 9.375"; trim length: 1.380". NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Jacketed | 10.2 | 1212 | start load; min OAL: 1.680 |
| 240 | Jacketed | 11.5 | 1325 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.680; 37,500 cup |
| 250 | Jacketed | 10.8 | 1221 | start load; min OAL: 1.700 |
| 250 | Jacketed | 12.0 | 1290 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.700; 35,300 cup |
| 260 | Jacketed | 10.3 | 1157 | start load; min OAL: 1.675 |
| 260 | Jacketed | 11.5 | 1245 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.675; 34,900 cup |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Rifle primer. NOTE: Industry standard cup pressure is 53,000. Some of the hard core bullet loads exceed this value. Use maximum loads with caution. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 270 | Speer SAA | 8.0 | 906 | start charge; case: Starline |
| 270 | Speer SAA | 10.0 | 1111 | maximum charge; case: Starline |
| Reduced Recoil Loads Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.383"; trim-to length: 1.373"; max cart. OAL: 1.765"; RCBS shell holder: #20; cart. case: Winchester and Starline; primer: CCI 400; test firearm: Freedom Arms; barrel length: 7.5"; NOTE: The 270 grain SAA bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; use maximum loads with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 325 | Cast Performance LFN | 10.0 | 1,020 | midrange .454 load (Federal 205 primer used) |
| in a Freedom Arms Model 83 (4 3/4-inch barrel) Freedom Arms Model 83 with barrel length of 4 3/4 inches. Remington 7 1/2 and Federal 205 (Small Rifle Magnum) primers and Starline cases used throughout. Maximum case length is 1.383 inches and trim-to length is 1.373 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 325 | Cast Performance LFN | 10.0 | 1,061 | midrange .454 load (Federal 205 primer used) |
| in a Freedom Arms Model 83 (7 1/2-inch barrel) Freedom Arms Model 83 with barrel length of 7 1/2 inches. Remington 7 1/2 and Federal 205 (Small Rifle Magnum) primers and Starline cases used throughout. Maximum case length is 1.383 inches and trim-to length is 1.373 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 155 | Hornady XTP-HP | 7.0 | 1228 | rounds per pound: 1,000 |
| 180 | Hornady XTP-HP | 7.5 | 1248 | rounds per pound: 933 |
| 180 | Oregon Trail Laser Cast | 6.5 | 1179 | rounds per pound: 1,077 |
| Economical Midrange Loads firearm used: Kimber Model 1911 Stainless Target II; primer: CCI 300; case: Starline; barrel length: 5" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Nosler JHP | 7.0 | 1,284 | starting load; COL: 1.250"; 30,200 psi |
| 135 | Nosler JHP | 8.0 | 1,416 | maximum load; COL: 1.250"; 36,100 psi |
| 155 | Hornady XTP | 6.5 | 1,135 | starting load; COL: 1.260"; 22,600 psi |
| 155 | Hornady XTP | 7.5 | 1,279 | maximum load; COL: 1.260"; 35,200 psi |
| 170 | Hornady XTP | 5.5 | 989 | starting load; COL: 1.260"; 22,600 psi |
| 170 | Hornady XTP | 6.7 | 1,187 | maximum load; COL: 1.260"; 36,100 psi |
| 180 | Sierra JHC | 5.4 | 965 | starting load; COL: 1.260"; 22,300 psi |
| 180 | Sierra JHC | 6.4 | 1,122 | maximum load; COL: 1.260"; 32,200 psi |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ | 4.9 | 846 | starting load; COL: 1.260"; 24,300 psi |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ | 5.9 | 1,015 | maximum load; COL: 1.260"; 36,900 psi |
| Hodgdon Data case: Winchester; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .987"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .400"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Jacketed | 7.0 | 1284 | start load; min OAL: 1.250 |
| 135 | Jacketed | 8.0 | 1416 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 36,100 psi |
| 155 | XTP | 6.5 | 1135 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 155 | XTP | 7.5 | 1279 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 35,200 psi |
| 170 | XTP | 5.5 | 989 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 170 | XTP | 6.7 | 1187 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 36,100 psi |
| 180 | Jacketed | 5.4 | 965 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 180 | Jacketed | 6.4 | 1122 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 32,200 psi |
| 200 | Jacketed | 4.9 | 846 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 5.9 | 1015 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 36,900 psi |
| Lee Precision Data Large Pistol Primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Flat Point | 4.8 | 931 | starting load; OAL: 1.260 |
| 200 | Flat Point | 5.6 | 1,041 | maximum load; OAL: 1.260 |
| Oregon Trail Handgun Data - Standard Loads test gun: Entreprise 1911 frame, 5" Bar-Sto barrel, WLP; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Flat Point | 4.8 | 931 | |
| Oregon Trail Handgun Data IPSC Major Loads test gun: Entreprise 1911 frame, 5" Bar-Sto barrel, WLP; OAL: 1.260; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 165 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 6.8 | 1100 | start charge |
| 165 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 7.5 | 1205 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.992"; trim-to length: 0.982"; max cart. OAL: 1.260"; RCBS shell holder: #27; cart. case: Hornady; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Smith & Wesson M1006; barrel length: 5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point | 5.8 | 1023 | maximum load; most accurate load tested |
| 200 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point | 5.3 | 955 | |
| 200 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point | 4.8 | 887 | |
| Using Nosler Bullets Handgun; case: Winchester; primer: WLP; barrel length/make: 6" Omega; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 135 GR, 150 GR, 180 GR & 200 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP; OACL: 1.260"; maximum OACL: 1.260". Use Maximum Loads with Caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 175 | Cast #401043 | 5.5 | 1032 | sugg. start load; 1.260" OAL; 20,100 cup |
| 175 | Cast #401043 | 6.2 | 1145 | max load; 1.260" OAL; 27,600 cup |
| 175 | Cast #401638 | 5.5 | 1058 | sugg. start load; 1.253" OAL; 23,600 cup |
| 175 | Cast #401638 | 6.1 | 1138 | max load; 1.253" OAL; 28,900 cup |
| Cast Bullets Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition cases: Norma; trim-to length: .982"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; cast bullets used sized to .401" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .400" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 6.5 | 973 | sugg. start load; case: Winchester; 14,200 cup |
| 155 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 7.3 | 1156 | max load; case: Winchester; 24,100 cup |
| 165 | Speer TMJ | 6.3 | 963 | sugg. start load; case: Winchester; 14,500 cup |
| 165 | Speer TMJ | 7.1 | 1118 | max load; case: Winchester; 23,700 cup |
| 175 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 5.8 | 930 | sugg. start load; case: Winchester; 18,800 cup |
| 175 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 6.5 | 1065 | max load; case: Winchester; 26,900 cup |
| 180 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 5.5 | 989 | sugg. start load; 22,600 cup |
| 180 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 6.2 | 1100 | max load; 29,200 cup |
| 190 | Sierra Jacketed FP | 5.4 | 936 | sugg. start load; 23,400 cup |
| 190 | Sierra Jacketed FP | 6.1 | 1041 | max load; 29,300 cup |
| 200 | Hornady Jacketed HP | 5.1 | 949 | sugg. start load; 24,000 cup |
| 200 | Hornady Jacketed HP | 5.7 | 1031 | max load; 28,100 cup |
| Handgun Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Norma (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .982"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .400"; 1.250" OAL (except where otherwise specified in remarks) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Hornady XTP-HP | 6.5 | 1166 | |
| 155 | Hornady XTP-HP | 7.5 | 1309 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 6.5 | 1141 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 7.7 | 1307 | |
| 180 | Hornady XTP/HP | 6.5 | 1150 | |
| 180 | Hornady XTP/HP | 7.0 | 1195 | |
| 180 | Hornady XTP/HP | 7.5 | 1248 | |
| 180 | Oregon Trail Laser Cast | 6.5 | 1179 | |
| Handloads A Kimber Model 1911 Stainless Target II with a one-in-16-inch twist, 5-inch barrel was used for testing loads. Starline brass and CCI 300 Large Pistol primers used throughout. Maximum overall cartridge length: 1.260 inches; maximum case length: 0.992 inch; trim-to length: 0.982 inch. Maximum SAAMI pressure: 37,500 psi. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 7.7 | 1307 | |
| in a Kimber 1911 The 10mm Auto Kimber Stainless Target II's maximum case length: .992 inch; trim to length: .982 inch; primer: CCI 300. Starline cases used in all loads, and all handguns have barrel lengths of 5 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | Sierra Hornet softpoint | 4.3 | 1662 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.470 |
| 40 | Sierra Hornet softpoint | 5.1 | 1843 | maximum; overall loaded length (inches): 1.470 |
| 40 | Hornady V-Max boat-tail | 4.3 | 1650 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.590 |
| 40 | Hornady V-Max boat-tail | 5.1 | 1811 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.590 |
| 45 | Sierra Hornet softpoint | 4.0 | 1485 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.470 |
| 45 | Sierra Hornet softpoint | 4.6 | 1618 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.470 |
| 45 | Speer softpoint | 4.0 | 1466 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.470 |
| 45 | Speer softpoint | 4.6 | 1612 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.470 |
| 45 | Hornady Bee hollowpoint | 4.0 | 1459 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.415 |
| 45 | Hornady Bee hollowpoint | 4.6 | 1598 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.415 |
| Handload Data Notes: An FNH Five-Seven USG with a 4 7/8-inch barrel was used to fire the test loads. FN cases and Winchester Small Pistol Magnum primers were used throughout. Case length: 1.137 inches; factory overall loaded length: 1.5925 inches. Temperature during tests was 27 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 4.8 | 1006 | start charge |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 5.2 | 1099 | maximum charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 4.3 | 885 | start charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 4.9 | 1095 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.905"; trim-to length: 0.900"; max cart. OAL: 1.300"; RCBS shell holder: #16; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Star "Super"; barrel length: 5.25"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.5 | 1144 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.070 |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.3 | 1385 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.070 |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.0 | 1053 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.075 |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.5 | 1161 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.075 |
| (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 | |
| 80 | Barnes TAC-XP | 3.7 | 1156 | start load; COL: 1.025"; 31,400 psi |
| 80 | Barnes TAC-XP | 3.9 | 1166 | max load; COL: 1.025"; 31,500 psi |
| 90 | Speer GDHP | 5.0 | 1170 | start load; COL: 1.010"; 25,700 cup |
| 90 | Speer GDHP | 5.5 | 1266 | max load; COL: 1.010"; 30,100 cup |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 4.6 | 1182 | start load; COL: 1.020"; 26,800 cup |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 5.2 | 1292 | max load; COL: 1.020"; 31,700 cup |
| 100 | Speer FMJ | 4.8 | 1119 | start load; COL: 1.050"; 27,200 cup |
| 100 | Speer FMJ | 5.3 | 1212 | max load; COL: 1.050"; 31,500 cup |
| 100 | SinterFire | 3.8 | 1057 | start load; COL: 1.140"; 21,700 psi |
| 100 | SinterFire | 4.2 | 1169 | max load; COL: 1.140"; 30,700 psi |
| 115 | Speer GDHP | 4.5 | 1029 | start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,400 cup |
| 115 | Speer GDHP | 5.0 | 1149 | max load; COL: 1.125"; 31,200 cup |
| 115 | Lead Round Nose | 4.0 | 1034 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.100"; 24,400 cup |
| 115 | Lead Round Nose | 4.5 | 1124 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.100"; 31,300 cup |
| 124 | Berry's Bullets HBRN TP | 3.8 | 904 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 26,300 psi |
| 124 | Berry's Bullets HBRN TP | 4.4 | 1045 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 33,500 psi |
| 125 | Lead Conical Nose | 3.8 | 993 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 24,400 cup |
| 125 | Lead Conical Nose | 4.3 | 1096 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 31,300 cup |
| 125 | Hornady HAP | 3.0 | 803 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 26,800 psi |
| 125 | Hornady HAP | 3.3 | 892 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 32,200 psi |
| 125 | Sierra FMJ | 4.3 | 1031 | start load; COL: 1.090"; 26,900 cup |
| 125 | Sierra FMJ | 4.9 | 1118 | max load; COL: 1.090"; 30,600 cup |
| 130 | Berry's Bullets RN | 3.8 | 857 | start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 26,600 psi |
| 130 | Berry's Bullets RN | 4.2 | 978 | max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 31,500 psi |
| 147 | Hornady XTP | 3.0 | 803 | start load; COL: 1.100"; 24,100 cup |
| 147 | Hornady XTP | 3.3 | 869 | max load; COL: 1.100"; 31,000 cup |
| Hodgdon Data 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 | |
| 90 | Jacketed | 5.0 | 1162 | start load; min OAL: 1.010 |
| 90 | Jacketed | 5.5 | 1266 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.010; 30,100 cup |
| 95 | Jacketed | 4.6 | 1153 | start load; min OAL: 1.020 |
| 95 | Jacketed | 5.2 | 1292 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.020; 31,700 cup |
| 100 | Jacketed | 4.8 | 1112 | start load; min OAL: 1.050 |
| 100 | Jacketed | 5.3 | 1212 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.050; 31,500 cup |
| 115 | Jacketed | 4.5 | 1045 | start load; min OAL: 1.125 |
| 115 | Jacketed | 5.0 | 1149 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.125; 31,200 cup |
| 124 | Jacketed | 4.3 | 996 | start load; min OAL: 1.090 |
| 124 | Jacketed | 4.9 | 1118 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.090; 30,600; 30,600 cup |
| 130 | Jacketed | 4.2 | 953 | start load; min OAL: 1.120 |
| 130 | Jacketed | 4.7 | 1058 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.120; 30,400 cup |
| 147 | XTP | 3.0 | 797 | start load; min OAL: 1.100 |
| 147 | XTP | 3.3 | 869 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.100; 31,000 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 | |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 4.7 | 1046 | start charge |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 5.3 | 1172 | maximum charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 4.5 | 993 | start charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 5.0 | 1089 | 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 | 4.0 | 1053 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 4.2 | 1107 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 4.5 | 1161 | 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 | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.5 | 1144 | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.8 | 1224 | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.0 | 1304 | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.3 | 1385 | maximum load |
| Using 90 GR Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber 1911; barrel length: 5-inch; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355"; COAL: 1.070"; maximum COAL: 1.169"; maximum case length: .754"; trim to length: .749". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 124 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP | 4.8 | 1104 | max |
| 124 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP | 4.3 | 1032 | |
| 124 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP | 3.8 | 959 | most accurate load 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 | |
| 122 | Flat Point | 4.4 | 1,108 | start load; OAL: 1.070 |
| 122 | Flat Point | 4.7 | 1,168 | max load; OAL: 1.070 |
| 124 | Round Nose | 4.2 | 1,072 | start load; OAL: 1.130 |
| 124 | Round Nose | 4.7 | 1,154 | max load; OAL: 1.130 |
| 135 | Round Nose | 3.9 | 988 | start load; OAL: 1.155 |
| 135 | Round Nose | 4.3 | 1,054 | max load; OAL: 1.155 |
| Oregon Trail Handgun Data test gun: P-35, 4.5" barrel, WSP; never reduce stated overall lengths; do not exceed maximum loads | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 147 | Flat Point | 3.6 | 886 | OAL: 1.155 |
| Oregon Trail Handgun Data-Action Loads test gun: P-35, 4.5" barrel, WSP; never reduce stated overall lengths; do not exceed maximum loads | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 147 | Cast #356637 | 3.0 | 875 | sugg. start load; 26,300 cup; 1.058" OAL |
| 147 | Cast #356637 | 3.4 | 969 | max load; 31,000 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 | |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 4.7 | 939 | sugg. start load; 15,600 cup; 1.005" OAL |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 5.3 | 1286 | max load; 28,800 cup; 1.005" OAL |
| 125 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 4.0 | 880 | sugg. start load; 17,400 cup; 1.075" OAL |
| 125 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 4.5 | 1042 | max load; 29,300 cup; 1.075" OAL |
| 147 | Speer TMJ | 3.1 | 778 | sugg. start load; 19,000 cup; 1.115" OAL |
| 147 | Speer TMJ | 3.5 | 924 | max load; 29,200 cup; 1.115" 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 | |
| 124 | Hornady XTP | 4.6 | 1,092 | primer: CCI 500; group (inches): 1.83 |
| 125 | Sierra JHP | 4.6 | 1,123 | primer: CCI 500; group (inches): 2.36 |
| 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. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | Speer FP | 3.5 | 885 | starting load; COL: .970"; 17,900 psi |
| 90 | Speer FP | 3.9 | 1022 | maximum load; COL: .970"; 23,000 psi |
| 95 | Hornady XTP | 3.6 | 923 | starting load; COL: .965"; 20,100 psi |
| 95 | Hornady XTP | 4.0 | 1030 | maximum load; COL: .965"; 23,800 psi |
| Hodgdon Pistol Data case: Winchester; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1:10"; trim length: .708"; primer: Winchester SP; bullet diam.: .364". NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Jacketed | 3.5 | 885 | start load; min OAL: 0.970 |
| 90 | Jacketed | 3.9 | 1022 | never exceed; min OAL: 0.970; 23,000 psi |
| 95 | XTP | 3.6 | 923 | start load; min OAL: 0.965 |
| 95 | XTP | 4.0 | 1030 | never exceed; min OAL: 0.965; 23,800 psi |
| 100 | Jacketed | 3.6 | 828 | start load; min OAL: 0.970 |
| 100 | Jacketed | 4.0 | 996 | never exceed; min OAL: 0.970; 23,600 psi |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Speer Mak GDHP | 4.3 | 930 | start charge |
| 90 | Speer Mak GDHP | 4.8 | 1094 | maximum charge |
| 95 | Speer Mak TMJ RN | 4.0 | 774 | start charge |
| 95 | Speer Mak TMJ RN | 4.5 | 965 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.713"; trim-to length: 0.703"; max cart. OAL: 0.984"; RCBS shell holder: #16; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: East German Makarov; barrel length: 3.625"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 | Bushwacker .356-inch SWC | 4.4 | 1,105 | SD: 6 fps; CV: 0.54%; group: 1.00 inches; power factor: 138 |
| 125 | Bushwacker .356-inch SWC | 4.5 | 1,136 | SD: 9 fps; CV: 0.79%; group: 1.06 inches; power factor: 142 |
| 125 | Bushwacker .356-inch SWC | 4.9 | 1,207 | SD: 7 fps; CV: 0.58%; group: 1.52 inches; power factor: 151 |
| in a CZ 75 Test gun was a custom CZ 75 converted to 9x21mm with a 5.25-inch barrel and three-port compensator. Accuracy is the average of three (or more) five-shot groups at 25 yards. Overall loaded length of all loads was 1.160 inches. Starline nickel-plated cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers were used throughout. Temperatures at time of testing were 65 to 89 degrees Fahrenheit. Average accuracy of all loads tested: 1.36 inches. CV is coefficients of variation and is the standard deviation expressed as a percent of the average velocity. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 147 | E&E .357 inch | 5.6 | 1,189 | group: 1.73 inches; good load |
| 147 | E&E .357 inch | 5.8 | 1,213 | group: 2.03 inches; maximum |
| 150 | Sierra .356 inch | 5.8 | 1,177 | group: 2.28 inches; maximum; best FPJ load |
| Model 1911 Colt 01923E All loads were fired in a Colt Model 01923E pistol with a 5-inch barrel and a groove diameter of .356 inch. All handloads used Starline 9mm Super Comp cases, Winchester Small Pistol primers, and overall loaded length was 1.206 inches. Group sizes are the average of at least three, five-shot groups at 25 yards (except where noted). | |||||
