SR7625 covers the wide range of shotshells from 10 gauge to 28 gauge in both target and field loadings. This versatile powder is equally useful in a large array of handgun cartridges for target, self-defense and hunting loads.

ShapeColorPerforationDiameter minDiameter maxLength/thick. minLength/thick. maxManufacturer
diskGrayNo0.74 mm0.75 mm0.23 mm0.23 mmCanada
SR-7625
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde50 Hornady FMJ 1.2 75517,900 cup
IMR Pistol Data
case: Remington; barrel length: 2.0"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .610"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .251"; COL: .900"; these are all maximum loads; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde75 Cast #311252 1.7 675sugg. start load; .975" OAL
Bilde75 Cast #311252 2.3 860max load; .975" OAL
Bilde85 Cast #313249 1.7 675sugg. start load; .984" OAL
Bilde85 Cast #313249 2.2 860max load; .984" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .672"; primers: Remington 1 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 23; cast bullets used sized to .309 dia.; firearm used: Mauser HSc and Universal Receiver; barrel length: Mauser; 3", Universal Receiver; 3 1/4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .309"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde71 Sierra FMJ 2.3 807accuracy class: A+; case expansion: near max, 4th best accuracy
Bilde71 Sierra FMJ 2.4 848accuracy class: B; case expansion: maximum
Bilde100 Rem. Lead 2.1 815accuracy class: D; case expansion: near max; Leaded bore
in a Mauser 1914
Warning! Test pistol was Mauser Model 1914 with 3 1/2" barrel. CCI 500 small pistol primers used with all loads shown. Those loads shown as giving unreliable function or poor accuracy have been included to show velocities and provide an indication of those areas of loading which should not be attempted. Accuracy class (for five shots at 20 yards): A. 1 1/2 inch or less; B. 1 1/2 to 2 1/4 inches; C. 2 1/4 to 3 inches; D. over 3 inches. Plus-sign added indicates the top of that class.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde91 Lyman 313249 2.2 774accuracy class: A+; case expansion: normal; Most accurate cast bullet load
in a Mauser 1914 (cast bullets)
Warning! Test pistol was a Mauser Model 1914 with 3 1/2" barrel. CCI 500 small pistol primers used with all loads shown. Those loads shown as giving unreliable function or poor accuracy have been included to show velocities and provide an indication of those areas of loading which should not be attempted. Accuracy class (for five shots at 20 yards): A. 1 1/2 inch or less; B. 1 1/2 to 2 1/4 inches; C. 2 1/4 to 3 inches; D. over 3 inches. Plus-sign added indicates the top of that class.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde71 Hornady FMJ 2.3 875accuracy class: C; case expansion: near max
Bilde71 Sierra FMJ 2.3 825accuracy class: A+; case expansion: near max; 4th best accuracy
in a Walther
Warning! Test pistol was a Walther Model "PP" with 3 3/4" barrel. CCI 500 small pistol primers used with all loads shown. Those loads shown as giving unreliable function or poor accuracy have been included to show velocities and provide an indication of those areas of loading which should not be attempted. Accuracy class (for five shots at 20 yards): A. 1 1/2 inch or less; B. 1 1/2 to 2 1/4 inches; C. 2 1/4 to 3 inches; D. over 3 inches. Plus-sign added indicates the top of that class.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde77 Cast LFP 3.4 912start load; COL: 1.335"; 11,000 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
Bilde77 Cast LFP 3.8 1017max load; COL: 1.335"; 13,900 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
Bilde83 Berry's Bullets HBWC 3.4 941start load; COL: 1.095"; 15,500 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
Bilde83 Berry's Bullets HBWC 3.9 1069max load; COL: 1.095"; 20,200 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
Bilde85 Hornady HP 4.0 975start load; COL: 1.290"; 14,900 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
Bilde85 Hornady HP 4.5 1097max load; COL: 1.290"; 19,400 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
Bilde90 Sierra JHP 3.7 880start load; COL: 1.340"; 12,900 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
Bilde90 Sierra JHP 4.2 1060max load; COL: 1.340"; 20,200 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
Bilde90 Hornady LSWC 3.0 836start load; COL: 1.350"; 10,300 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
Bilde90 Hornady LSWC 3.6 949max load; COL: 1.350"; 15,000 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
Bilde100 Speer JHP 3.5 831start load; COL: 1.345"; 14,600 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
Bilde100 Speer JHP 4.0 973max load; COL: 1.345"; 20,300 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde75 Cast #311252 4.3 1076sugg. start load; 14,700 cup; 1.350" OAL
Bilde75 Cast #311252 4.8 1204max load; 20,400 cup; 1.350" OAL
Bilde85 Cast #313249 2.7 709sugg. start load; 9,700 cup; 1.350" OAL
Bilde85 Cast #313249 4.3 1083max load; 19,800 cup; 1.350" OAL
Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition
cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.065"; primers: Federal 100; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used sized to .313" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .312"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady SWC (swaged alloy) 3.6 666case expansion: moderate
in a 3 Inch Barrel
H&R Model 504. Federal cases and Federal 100 primers used in all loads. All loads chronographed 10 feet from the muzzle with an Oehler Model 33 chronotach. Overall cartridge length refers to seating for Ruger; all loads for H&R had 1.33-inch OAL.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady SWC (swaged alloy) 3.6 863case expansion: moderate; accuracy class (Ruger): A+; 2nd best accuracy with alloy bullet
Bilde90 Hornady SWC (swaged alloy) 4.0 974case expansion: normal; accuracy class (Ruger): B
Bilde116 Lyman 3118 (cast alloy) 3.5 851case expansion: normal; accuracy class (Ruger): B
Bilde85 Hornady JHP 4.5 1,093case expansion: maximum; accuracy class (Ruger): A; accurate; do NOT exceed!
in a 6 1/2 Inch Barrel
Ruger Bisley. Federal cases and Federal 100 primers used in all loads. All loads chronographed 10 feet from the muzzle with an Oehler Model 33 chronotach. Overall cartridge length refers to seating for Ruger; all loads for H&R had 1.33-inch OAL. Accuracy rating schedule: A+ = under 1-inch (at 20 yards); A = 1 to 1 1/4 inches; B = 1 1/4 + to 1 1/2 inches; C = 1 1/2 + to 2 inches; D = over 2 inches
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde98 Speer LHBWC 3.0 1,095CFVentures soft gas checks used
in a Charter Arms Police Undercover
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde98 Speer LHBWC 3.0 1,071CFVentures soft gas checks used
in a Colt Detective
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde91 Lyman 313249 3.2 791Case: Remington
in a 2-inch barrel
Warning! Test gun for 2 inch barrel loads was a S&W Model 30 Hand Ejector. All cartridges (handloaded) in both two and six-inch barrel test guns primed with CCI 500 Small Pistol primers. All handloading performed with Lyman No. 310 tong tool. 91-grain Lyman No. 313249 bullets were sized .3125 inch. 112-grain Lyman 3118 bullets were sized .3130 inch.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde91 Lyman 313249 3.0 865Case: R-P, Second most accurate load.
Bilde91 Lyman 313249 3.2 977Case: Norma
Bilde112 Lyman 3118 2.7 807Case: Remington, Most accurate load tested.
Bilde112 Lyman 3118 3.0 912Case: R-P, Well balanced load.
in a 6-inch barrel
Test gun for all loads was a Colt Officer's Model Heavy Barrel six inch length.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde93 Cast #313226 2.2 553sugg. start load
Bilde93 Cast #313226 3.3 953max load
Bilde115 Cast #3118 1.9 538sugg. start load
Bilde115 Cast #3118 3.0 863max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Remington; trim-to length: .915"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used size to .312" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 31; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .312"; NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .32 Smith & Wesson Long / .32 S&W Long Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde75 Cast #311252 2.4 583sugg. start load; 1.115" OAL
Bilde75 Cast #311252 3.6 988max load; 1.115" OAL
Bilde85 Cast #313249 3.0 714sugg. start load; 1.210" OAL
Bilde85 Cast #313249 3.6 806max load; 1.210" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Remington; trim-to length: .910"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used sized to .312" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 31; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .312"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde77 RCBS 32-77RN 3.0 874131 energy (ft-lb); group (in): 1.90
Bilde84 RCBS 32-84WC 2.2 64979 energy (ft-lb); group (in): 1.60
Bilde84 RCBS 32-84RN 3.0 881144 energy (ft-lb); group (in): 1.90
Bilde115 RCBS 115-FN 2.7 828175 energy (ft-lb); group (in): 1.09
Bilde115 RCBS 115-FN 3.0 944227 energy (ft-lb); group (in): 1.83
in the Contender (Cast Bullets)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde100 Speer Plinker 2.7 67099 :energy (ft-lb); group (in):2.2
Bilde100 Speer Plinker 3.0 727117 :energy (ft-lb); group (in):2.3
in the Contender (Jacketed Bullets)
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Lyman 313249 1.7 525bullet: sized .311 inch; OAL: .940 inch; case expansion: maximum for Class I; accurate
for Class I Guns
Principal test gun, S&W Model 31 Regulation Police with 3-inch barrel. Winchester-Western cases used in all loads. CCI 500 Small Pistol primers used in all loads. Oehler Model 35P Chronograph recorded velocities at 8 feet.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Lyman 313249 2.1 657bullet: sized .311 inch; OAL: .940 inch; case expansion: near maximum
Bilde90 Hornady 1.8 659bullet: .314 inch; OAL: .975 inch; case expansion: normal; best accuracy in 2-inch barrel
Bilde100 Lyman 313226 1.7 632bullet: sized .312 inch; OAL: .950 inch; case expansion: normal; most accurate load and best all-around for Class II
for Class II Guns
Principal test gun, S&W Model 31 Regulation Police with 3-inch barrel. Winchester-Western cases used in all loads. CCI 500 Small Pistol primers used in all loads. Oehler Model 35P Chronograph recorded velocities at 8 feet.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde85 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 3.3 703sugg start load; 1.535" OAL
Bilde85 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 4.7 987max load; 1.535" OAL
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HC 3.7 716sugg. start load; 1.535" OAL
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HC 4.5 845max load; 1.535" OAL
Bilde100 Speer Jacketed HP 4.2 591sugg. start load; 8,600 cup; 1.560" OAL
Bilde100 Speer Jacketed HP 4.7 770max load; 13,700 cup; 1.560" OAL
Bilde115 Cast #311008 3.2 642sugg. start load; 1.530" OAL
Bilde115 Cast #311008 4.0 837max load; 1.530" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.305"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 10; cast bullets used sized to .313" dia.; firearm used: Ruger Blackhawk and Universal Receiver; barrel length: 6 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .312"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde100 Remington lead 4.5 752case: R-P; primer: R 1 1/2; expansion: moderate; accurate
Bilde100 Remington lead 5.0 935case: R-P; primer: R 1 1/2; expansion: near max; poor accuracy
Bilde113 Lyman 3118 4.5 820case: Win.; primer: R 1 1/2; expansion: normal
Bilde115 Markell Golden Arrow 4.5 929case: R-P; primer: F 100; expansion: near max; accurate
Revolver
Velocities instrumental at nine feet from muzzle of Smith & Wesson Model 1905 with six-inch barrel.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde77 Cast LFP 5.5 1249start load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 18,500 psi
Bilde77 Cast LFP 6.3 1410max load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 25,600 psi
Bilde90 Cast LRNFP 4.8 1163start load; COL: 1.460"; 21,700 psi
Bilde90 Cast LRNFP 5.8 1326max load; COL: 1.460"; 32,500 psi
Bilde115 MEI LRNFP 4.7 1105start load; COL: 1.460"; 30,400 psi
Bilde115 MEI LRNFP 5.5 1209max load; COL: 1.460"; 38,300 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
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde158 Speer LSWC or LSWC HP 4.8 926start charge; does not reach maximum pressure
Bilde158 Speer LSWC or LSWC HP 5.3 1021maximum charge; does not reach maximum pressure
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Jacketed 7.9 1230start load; min OAL: 1.590
Bilde110 Jacketed 7.9 1230never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,600 cup
Bilde125 Jacketed 7.4 1100start load; min OAL: 1.580
Bilde125 Jacketed 7.4 1100never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,800 cup
Bilde140 Jacketed 7.0 955start load; min OAL: 1.590
Bilde140 Jacketed 7.0 955never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 36,000 cup
Bilde146 Jacketed 6.2 945start load; min OAL: 1.500
Bilde146 Jacketed 6.2 945never exceed; min OAL: 1.500; 35,600 cup
Bilde148 Wadcutter 6.0 1030start load; min OAL: 1.420
Bilde148 Wadcutter 6.0 1030never exceed; min OAL: 1.420; 35,600 cup
Bilde150 Jacketed 5.5 809start load; min OAL: 1.590
Bilde150 Jacketed 6.4 925never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,800 cup
Bilde158 Jacketed 6.2 855start load; min OAL: 1.580
Bilde158 Jacketed 6.2 855never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,700 cup
Bilde158 Lead 6.5 1020start load; min OAL: 1.580
Bilde158 Lead 6.5 1020never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,800 cup
Bilde170 Jacketed 5.6 815start load; min OAL: 1.580
Bilde170 Jacketed 5.6 815never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,600 cup
Bilde200 Lead 5.1 795start load; min OAL: 1.580
Bilde200 Lead 5.1 795never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,700 cup
Lee Precision Data
Small Pistol Primer. With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde92 Cast #358242 7.5 1262sugg. start load; 20,700 cup
Bilde92 Cast #358242 9.8 1613max load; 40,900 cup
Bilde115 Cast #358345 5.4 1036sugg. start load; 17,600 cup
Bilde115 Cast #358345 8.3 1446max load; 41,900 cup; potentially most accurate load
Bilde121 Cast #358242 5.5 974sugg. start load; 17,500 cup
Bilde121 Cast #358242 8.0 1335max load; 41,100 cup
Bilde121 Cast #356402 7.0 1205sugg. start load; 23,000 cup
Bilde121 Cast #356402 8.8 1429max load; 41,600 cup; potentially most accurate load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.285"; primers: CCI 550; primer size: Small Pistol Magnum; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used size to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .356"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Cast #356242 7.5 1262sugg. start load; 1.585" OAL; 20,700 cup
Bilde90 Cast #356242 9.8 1613max load; 1.585" OAL; 40,900 cup
Bilde120 Cast #356242 5.5 974sugg. start load; 1.585" OAL; 17,500 cup
Bilde120 Cast #356242 8.0 1335max load; 1.585" OAL; 41,100 cup
Bilde120 Cast #356402 7.0 1205sugg. start load; 1.590" OAL; 23,000 cup
Bilde120 Cast #356402 8.8 1429max load; 1.590" OAL; 41,600 cup
Cast Bullet Data (Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition)
cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.280"; primers: CCI 550"; primer size: Small Pistol, Magnum; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used sized to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .356"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Hornady XTP 6.0 1272start load; COL: 1.590"; 18,800 psi
Bilde110 Hornady XTP 8.2 1544max load; COL: 1.590"; 33,600 psi
Bilde125 Hornady XTP 5.8 1178start load; COL: 1.590"; 19,900 psi
Bilde125 Hornady XTP 7.5 1401max load; COL: 1.590"; 33,800 psi
Bilde125 MEI Cast LRNFP 5.0 1110start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 15,000 psi
Bilde125 MEI Cast LRNFP 6.5 1339max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 24,000 psi
Bilde130 MEI Cast LRNFP 4.8 1075start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 14,000 psi
Bilde130 MEI Cast LRNFP 6.3 1301max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 25,300 psi
Bilde140 Hornady XTP 5.5 1079start load; COL: 1.590"; 21,700 psi
Bilde140 Hornady XTP 6.7 1249max load; COL: 1.590"; 31,300 psi
Bilde146 Speer JHP 4.0 841start load; COL: 1.535"; 14,400 psi
Bilde146 Speer JHP 6.0 1183max load; COL: 1.535"; 30,000 psi
Bilde148 Hornady LHBWC 3.5 868start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 14,800 psi
Bilde148 Hornady LHBWC 4.1 976max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 20,400 psi
Bilde158 Hornady XTP 4.3 812start load; COL: 1.580"; 16,700 psi
Bilde158 Hornady XTP 5.8 1075max load; COL: 1.580"; 29,600 psi
Bilde158 MEI Cast LSWC 4.5 965start load; COL: 1.620"; 15,400 psi
Bilde158 MEI Cast LSWC 6.1 1186max load; COL: 1.620"; 28,400 psi
Bilde170 Sierra JHC 4.5 808start load; COL: 1.580"; 19,400 psi
Bilde170 Sierra JHC 5.6 1027max load; COL: 1.580"; 31,500 psi
Bilde180 Nosler Part 4.1 611start load; COL: 1.575"; 22,300 psi
Bilde180 Nosler Part 5.1 838max load; COL: 1.575"; 33,200 psi
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
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde125 Speer GD-HP 7.9 1304COL: 1.135"; 37,100 psi
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads
case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .860"; primer: Remington 1 1/2; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Jacketed 4.2 892start load; min OAL: 1.265
Bilde115 Jacketed 4.5 955never exceed; min OAL: 1.265; 21,800 cup
Lee Precision Data
CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Speer GDHP SB 3.5 826start charge
Bilde110 Speer GDHP SB 3.8 909maximum charge
Bilde125 Speer UCSP or USHP 3.2 748start charge
Bilde125 Speer UCSP or USHP 3.5 826maximum charge
Bilde158 Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN 2.6 683start charge
Bilde158 Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN 2.9 752maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14
max. case length: 0.775"; trim-to length: 0.765"; max cart. OAL: 1.240"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: S&W Model 33; barrel length: 4"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde121 Cast #358242 2.7 580sugg. start load
Bilde121 Cast #358242 3.5 830max load
Bilde133 Cast #358480 2.7 675sugg. start load
Bilde133 Cast #358480 3.3 850max load
Bilde141 Cast #358495 1.9 535sugg. start load
Bilde141 Cast #358495 2.5 725max load
Bilde158 Cast #358311 2.4 660sugg. start load
Bilde158 Cast #358311 2.9 770max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Winchester; trim-to length: .765"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 21; cast bullets used size to .360" dia.; firearm used: Special Pressure test barrel; Smith & Wesson Model 33; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .361"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde150 Cast #358477 2.5 634sugg. start load; OAL: 1.070"; 8,700 cup
Bilde150 Cast #358477 2.8 713max load; OAL: 1.070"; 12,800 cup
Bilde160 Cast #358311 2.4 622sugg. start load; OAL: 1.150"; 8,500 cup
Bilde160 Cast #358311 2.7 704max load; OAL: 1.150"; 12,400 cup
Bilde195 Cast #358430 1.9 493sugg. start load; OAL: 1.175"; 8,800 cup
Bilde195 Cast #358430 2.2 542max load; OAL: 1.175"; 10,500 cup
Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Remington; trim-to length: .765"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 21; cast bullets used sized to .359" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5 1/2"; twist: 1-14"; groove dia.: .358"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde150 Magma 38-158 RNFP 2.6 722group: 2 1/4 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde148.5 Rapine 358150 2.7 748group: 3 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Lyman 358430 2.3 641group: 3 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.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde120 Cast #356242 (Linotype) 4.0 788sugg. start load; 1.450" OAL; 10,600 cup
Bilde120 Cast #356242 (Linotype) 5.0 988max load; 1.450" OAL; 16,200 cup
Bilde170 Cast #358429 (Linotype) 3.4 621sugg. start load; 1.537" OAL; 9,700 cup
Bilde170 Cast #358429 (Linotype) 4.6 821max load; 1.537" OAL; 16,300 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Hornady XTP 4.9 929start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 13,400 psi
Bilde110 Hornady XTP 5.5 1092max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,500 psi
Bilde125 Hornady XTP 4.5 875start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 13,800 psi
Bilde125 Hornady XTP 5.1 999max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,300 psi
Bilde125 Cast LRNFP 4.6 966start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 13,700 psi
Bilde125 Cast LRNFP 5.2 1075max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 16,700 psi
Bilde130 MEI Cast LRNFP 4.6 925start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 13,700 psi
Bilde130 MEI Cast LRNFP 5.2 1055max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 16,800 psi
Bilde140 Hornady XTP 4.2 751start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 13,500 psi
Bilde140 Hornady XTP 4.7 872max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,100 psi
Bilde140 Hornady Cowboy 4.5 877start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 12,600 psi
Bilde140 Hornady Cowboy 5.1 985max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 15,200 psi
Bilde146 Speer JHP 3.7 640start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 11,700 psi
Bilde146 Speer JHP 4.2 810max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 16,400 psi
Bilde148 Hornady LHBWC 2.5 650start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 8,700 psi
Bilde148 Hornady LHBWC 3.0 767max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 13,600 psi
Bilde158 Hornady XTP 4.0 692start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 12,100 psi
Bilde158 Hornady XTP 4.5 825max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,300 psi
Bilde158 MEI Cast LSWC 3.7 790start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 12,500 psi
Bilde158 MEI Cast LSWC 4.2 894max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 16,100 psi
Bilde170 Sierra JHC 4.0 654start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 12,900 psi
Bilde170 Sierra JHC 4.4 766max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 16,100 psi
Hodgdon Pistol Data
Case: Winchester; twist: 1:18.75"; primer: Winchester SP, Small Pistol; barrel length: 7.7"; trim length: 1.145".
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde121 Cast #358242 4.0 788sugg. start load; 10,600 cup
Bilde121 Cast #358242 5.0 988max load; 16,200 cup
Bilde121 Cast #356402 4.0 725sugg. start load; 8,500 cup
Bilde121 Cast #356402 5.3 1003max load; 16,400 cup
Bilde141 Cast #358495 3.1 683sugg. start load; 9,100 cup
Bilde141 Cast #358495 4.3 905max load; 15,600 cup
Bilde146 Cast #358212 3.5 594sugg. start load; 6,900 cup
Bilde146 Cast #358212 5.0 899max load; 16,100 cup
Bilde148 Cast #35863 2.8 674sugg. start load; 8,700 cup
Bilde148 Cast #35863 4.0 928max load; 15,800 cup
Bilde148 Cast #35891 2.8 517sugg. start load; 5,800 cup
Bilde148 Cast #35891 4.7 958max load; 16,500 cup
Bilde168 Cast #358429 3.4 621sugg. start load; 9,700 cup
Bilde168 Cast #358429 4.6 821max load; 16,300 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition
cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used size to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .357". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .38 Special (Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition) and .38 Special (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition). NOTE: Loads designated with the symbol (+P) are higher pressure loads to give greater velocities. These loads should be used only in arms recommended for (+P) type cartridges by the gun manufacturer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde140 Speer Jacketed HP 4.2 505sugg. start load; 1.470" OAL; 10,800 cup
Bilde140 Speer Jacketed HP 5.1 715max load; 1.470" OAL; 16,100 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Warning! cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .357"; (+P) designates higher pressure loads
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde148 BB-WC 4.3 931maximum load
Bilde148 BB-WC 3.7 813
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Hornady XTP 5.8 114218,200 psi
Bilde125 Hornady XTP 5.2 104318,500 psi
Bilde140 Hornady XTP 4.8 93518,300 psi
Bilde146 Speer JHP 4.5 871COL: 1.370"; 17,600 psi
Bilde150 Nosler JFP 4.9 904COL: 1.450"; 17,900 psi
Bilde158 Hornady XTP 4.7 88117,800 psi
Bilde170 Sierra JHC 4.6 802COL: 1.450"; 17,100 psi
+P (Hodgdon Pistol Data Maximum Loads)
case: Winchester; barrel length: 7.7"; twist: 1:18.75"; trim length: 1.145"; primer: Winchester SP; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Hornady XTP 5.8 114218,200 psi
Bilde125 Hornady XTP 5.2 104318,500 psi
Bilde140 Hornady XTP 4.8 93518,300 psi
Bilde146 Speer JHP 4.5 871COL: 1.370"; 17,600 psi
Bilde150 Nosler JFP 4.9 904COL: 1.450"; 17,900 psi
Bilde158 Hornady XTP 4.7 88117,800 psi
Bilde170 Sierra JHC 4.6 802COL: 1.450"; 17,100 psi
+P (Hodgdon Pistol Data Maximum Loads)
case: Winchester; barrel length: 7.7"; twist: 1:18.75"; trim length: 1.145"; primer: Winchester SP; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde95 Jacketed 5.3 1015start load; min. OAL: 1.470
Bilde95 Jacketed 5.6 1065NEVER EXCEED; 15,700 cup; min. OAL: 1.470
Bilde110 Jacketed 5.3 1030start load; min. OAL: 1.460
Bilde110 Jacketed 5.5 1060NEVER EXCEED; 15,400 cup; min. OAL: 1.460
Bilde125 Jacketed 5.0 882start load; min. OAL: 1.525
Bilde125 Jacketed 5.3 935NEVER EXCEED; 15,900 cup; min. OAL: 1.525
Bilde140 Jacketed 4.4 745start load; min. OAL: 1.455
Bilde140 Jacketed 4.6 780NEVER EXCEED; 15,800 cup; min. OAL: 1.455
Bilde146 Jacketed 4.0 712start load; min. OAL: 1.395
Bilde146 Jacketed 4.2 740NEVER EXCEED; 15,600 cup; min. OAL: 1.395
Bilde148 Wad Cutter 3.2 696start load; min. OAL: 1.295
Bilde148 Wad Cutter 4.2 875NEVER EXCEED; 16,000 cup; min. OAL: 1.295
Bilde150 Jacketed 4.1 735start load; min. OAL: 1.445
Bilde150 Jacketed 4.3 770NEVER EXCEED; 15,700 cup; min. OAL: 1.445
Bilde158 Jacketed 4.1 630start load; min. OAL: 1.465
Bilde158 Jacketed 4.3 660NEVER EXCEED; 15,700 cup; min. OAL: 1.465
Bilde158 Lead 3.7 691start load; min. OAL: 1.520
Bilde158 Lead 4.3 790NEVER EXCEED; 15,200 cup; min. OAL: 1.520
Bilde200 Lead 3.3 720start load; min. OAL: 1.500
Bilde200 Lead 3.5 755NEVER EXCEED; 15,800 cup; min. OAL: 1.500
Lee Precision Data
With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde148 Speer HB 3.0 588Best group: 1.37
5-Inch Barrel
Colt National Match Mk. III Auto. Precision, Speer H.B. and Hornady wadcutters were all of hollow-base design, while the Speer Standard and RCBS-Mould cast bullets were solid flat-base type.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde148 Precision 3.0 575Best group: .75
Bilde148 Speer HB 3.0 537Best group 1.50
6-Inch Barrel
Colt 357 Revolver. Precision, Speer H.B. and Hornady wadcutters were all of hollow-base design, while the Speer Standard and RCBS-Mould cast bullets were solid flat-base type.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Hornady XTP 4.5 955max load; COL: 1.245"; 21,800 cup
Hodgdon Data
Case: Remington; twist: 1:16"; primer: Remington 1 1/2, Small Pistol; barrel length: 5"; trim length: .895"; bullet diam.: .355" (except where otherwise specified in remarks).
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Hornady HP 4.5 95521,800 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads
case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .895"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; COL: 1.265"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde95 Cast #356404 5.4 1197sugg. start load; 20,000 cup
Bilde95 Cast #356404 6.7 1429max load; 31,100 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used size to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .355". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .38 Super Automatic Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde120 Cast #356242 4.2 978sugg. start load; 18,100 cup; 1.160" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356242 5.8 1230max load; 29,300 cup; 1.160" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356402 5.1 1099sugg. start load; 20,600 cup; 1.230" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356402 6.6 1274max load; 29,900 cup; 1.230" 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HP 6.0 1203sugg. start load; 21,200 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HP 7.8 1515max load; 30,600 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP 5.3 1042sugg. start load; 19,200 cup; 1.265" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP 6.6 1195max load; 31,900 cup; 1.265" OAL
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Sierra JHC 6.0 1,167case: W-W; length (in.): 1.24; expansion: maximum
in a 5-inch Barrel
Test gun Colt .38 Super Automatic with five-inch Colt barrel; Winchester 108 Small Pistol primers; velocities chronographed ten feet from muzzle.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 MG 180 10.0
Bilde175 Lyman 401043 10.0 1,258
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)
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HC 2.2 583sugg start load; 8,100 cup; .925" OAL
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HC 3.1 941max load; 15,200 cup; .925" OAL
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 2.9 769sugg start load; 11,300 cup; .900" OAL
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 3.3 899max load; 15,400 cup; .900" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 2.2 667sugg start load; 8,700 cup; .956" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 3.1 928max load; 15,800 cup; .956" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Federal; trim-to length: .677"; primers: Federal 100 and Winchester WSP; primer size: small pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 26; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 3 3/4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady HP 3.2 880COL: .970"; 14,700 cup
Bilde100 Hornady FMJ 3.0 855COL: .980"; 15,500 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads
case: Remington; barrel length: 3.75"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .675"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point 3.1 832maximum load; compressed load
Bilde115 Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point 2.6 747
Bilde115 Nosler Sporting Handgun Jacketed Hollow Point 2.1 662most accurate load tested
Using Nosler Bullets
Case: Remington; primer: WSP; barrel length/make: 2 1/4" Colt Mk. IV; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 115 GR Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP; OACL: .975"; maximum OACL: .984". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Jacketed 3.2 880start load; min OAL: 0.970
Bilde90 Jacketed 3.2 880never exceed; min OAL: 0.970; 14,700 cup
Bilde100 Jacketed 2.9 831start load; min OAL: 0.980
Bilde100 Jacketed 3.0 855never exceed; min OAL: 0.980; 15,500 cup
Lee Precision Data
CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.1 1,072most potent in Back Up; best overall load
in a 2 1/2-inch barrel
All handloads utilize Federal brass and CCI 500 primers.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.1 1,112most potent in Back Up; best overall load
in a 3.3-inch barrel
All handloads utilize Federal brass and CCI 500 primers.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP 5.4 884start charge
Bilde180 Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP 6.0 981maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 7.1 1173start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,500 psi
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 7.8 1273max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,000 psi
Bilde140 Barnes TAC-XP 4.6 912start load; COL: 1.135"; 28,900 psi
Bilde140 Barnes TAC-XP 5.0 972max load; COL: 1.135"; 32,700 psi
Bilde150 Nosler JHP 6.1 1083start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,800 psi
Bilde150 Nosler JHP 6.5 1159max load; COL: 1.125"; 31,700 psi
Bilde155 Hornady XTP 6.4 1087start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,800 psi
Bilde155 Hornady XTP 7.0 1153max load; COL: 1.125"; 30,800 psi
Bilde155 Berry's Bullets FP 6.3 1082start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,300 psi
Bilde155 Berry's Bullets FP 7.0 1183max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,000 psi
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 5.9 1020start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,400 psi
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.5 1097max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,100 psi
Bilde165 Berry's Bullets FP 5.8 1010start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,200 psi
Bilde165 Berry's Bullets FP 6.4 1103max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,000 psi
Bilde180 Berry's Bullets FP 5.2 937start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,900 psi
Bilde180 Berry's Bullets FP 5.8 1018max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,000 psi
Bilde180 Hornady XTP 5.2 935start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,900 psi
Bilde180 Hornady XTP 5.7 999max load; COL: 1.125"; 31,700 psi
Bilde200 Hornady XTP 4.2 787start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,700 psi
Bilde200 Hornady XTP 4.8 872max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,800 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 Jacketed 7.8 1250start load; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125
Bilde135 Jacketed 7.8 1250NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.125; 30,200 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde150 Jacketed 6.8 1110start load; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125
Bilde150 Jacketed 7.2 1165NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125; 32,500 psi
Lee Precision 150 GR Data
Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Jacketed Bullet 5.3 918start load; min. OAL: 1.125
Bilde180 Jacketed Bullet 5.7 990NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.125; 33,300 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP 6.0 981maximum load
Bilde180 Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP 5.4 884
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 6.4 1078
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 6.7 1113
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.0 1154
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.3 1195
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.6 1234
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.9 1273
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 8.2 1314
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 8.5 1355
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 8.8 1392maximum load
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 5.7 1001
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.0 1034
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.3 1073
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.6 1112
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.0 1149
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.3 1188
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.6 1227
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.9 1263maximum load
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 5.4 941
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 5.7 977
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.0 1019
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.4 1061
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.7 1103
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 7.0 1145
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 7.3 1182maximum load
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 4.8 880
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.2 918
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.5 962
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.9 1006
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 6.2 1050
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 6.6 1089maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 6.0 1023overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 6.5 1085overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 7.0 1141overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 7.5 1223overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 8.0 1289overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 8.5 1351overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 8.8 1385overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 5.5 982overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.0 1038overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.5 1098overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.0 1140overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.5 1213overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 8.0 1271overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 4.8 880overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.2 918overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.5 962overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.9 1006overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 6.2 1050overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 6.6 1089overall loaded length (inches): 1.125
Load Data
A Glock Model 22 with a 4.35-inch barrel was used to test-fire all loads. Starline cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .400 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.135 inches; maximum case length: .850 inch; trim-to length: .845 inch.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde210 Hornady XTP 9.1 1245max load; COL: 1.580"; 39,700 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde170 Jacketed 9.6 1337start load; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde170 Jacketed 10.8 1485never exceed; min OAL: 1.575; 39,400 cup
Bilde210 Jacketed 8.1 1121start load; min OAL: 1.590
Bilde210 Jacketed 9.1 1245never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,700 cup
Bilde210 Lead 8.0 1130start load; min OAL: 1.590
Bilde210 Lead 9.0 1255never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,500 cup
Lee Precision Data
CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS; maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde210 Hornady JHP 8.5 1,036case: R-P; primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.58; case expansion: normal
Pet Loads
All loads chronographed from 6 1/2-inch barrel Ruger Blackhawk. Oehler Model 31 Chronotach, Oehler Model 51 Electronic screens, spaced 10 feet apart; I.V. = Instrumental Velocity at 10 feet from muzzle. Update: Alliant Powder Company does not recommend Blue Dot in the .41 Magnum for any bullet weights. Their new tests on recent powder samples have shown high pressure spikes that can damage personal property or injure you. For this reason we removed all Blue Dot data from .41 magnum tables.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Speer LSWC 6.0 834start charge
Bilde240 Speer LSWC 7.0 912maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 LRNFP Cast 5.9 812max load; COL: 1.570"; 11,100 cup
Bilde200 Nosler JHP 12.1 1350max load; bullet diam.: .429; COL: 1.600"; 39,700 cup
Bilde220 Berry's Bullets FP 6.8 754start load; COL: 1.610"; 10,900 psi
Bilde220 Berry's Bullets FP 10.0 1112max load; COL: 1.610"; 21,300 psi
Bilde225 Speer JHP 11.7 1260max load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.575"; 39,900 cup
Bilde240 LSWC Cast 10.7 1190max load; COL: 1.620"; 39,700 cup
Hodgdon Pistol Data - IMR Powder
Case: Winchester; barrel length: 8.275"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.280"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .430" (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Jacketed 10.7 1215start load; min OAL: 1.610
Bilde200 Jacketed 12.1 1350never exceed; min OAL: 1.610; 39,700 cup
Bilde225 Jacketed 10.3 1123start load; min OAL: 1.585
Bilde225 Jacketed 11.7 1260never exceed; min OAL: 1.585; 39,900 cup
Bilde240 Jacketed 10.2 1062start load; min OAL: 1.590
Bilde240 Jacketed 11.6 1190never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,900 cup
Bilde240 Lead 9.5 1072start load; min OAL: 1.585
Bilde240 Lead 10.7 1190never exceed; min OAL: 1.585; 39,700 cup
Lee Precision Data
Large pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Hornady LSWC 6.2 770bullet diam.: .430"; COL: 1.470"; 13,800 cup
Bilde246 Rem LRN 6.2 780bullet diam.: .431"; COL: 1.570"; 14,000 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads
case: Remington; barrel length: 6.5"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.155"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Cast LRNFP 6.4 953start load; COL: 1.400"; 11,300 cup
Bilde185 Cast LRNFP 7.2 1043max load; COL: 1.400"; 13,600 cup
Bilde200 Cast LRNFP 6.0 839start load; COL: 1.450"; 8,900 cup
Bilde200 Cast LRNFP 7.2 989max load; COL: 1.450"; 13,400 cup
Bilde200 Nosler JHP 6.3 813start load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 9,900 cup
Bilde200 Nosler JHP 7.0 913max load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 13,200 cup
Bilde220 Berry's Bullets FP 6.1 781start load; COL: 1.460"; 9,800 cup
Bilde220 Berry's Bullets FP 6.9 898max load; COL: 1.460"; 13,600 cup
Bilde240 Cast LSWC 6.0 827start load; COL: 1.450"; 11,400 cup
Bilde240 Cast LSWC 6.5 892max load; COL: 1.450"; 13,400 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Lead 5.5 693start load; min OAL: 1.470
Bilde240 Lead 6.2 770never exceed; min OAL: 1.470; 13,800 cup
Bilde246 Lead 5.5 696start load; min OAL: 1.570
Bilde246 Lead 6.2 780never exceed; min OAL: 1.570; 14,000 cup
Lee Precision Data
CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Large Pistol Primer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde205 Cast #42798 6.8 761sugg. start load; 9,700 cup
Bilde205 Cast #42798 7.7 838max load; 12,600 cup
Bilde215 Cast #429215 gas check 6.2 732sugg. start load; 10,900 cup
Bilde215 Cast #429215 gas check 6.8 801max load; 13,500 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.152"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 7; cast bullets used size to .429" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-20"; groove diameter: .429". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .44 Smith & Wesson Special / .44 S&W Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Speer Mag JHP or Mag JSP 6.9 764maximum charge; DO NOT REDUCE
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Nosler Sporting Handgun Jktd HP and Jktd Soft Pt 6.1 680maximum load; most accurate load tested
Bilde240 Nosler Sporting Handgun Jktd HP and Jktd Soft Pt 5.6 600
Bilde240 Nosler Sporting Handgun Jktd HP and Jktd Soft Pt 5.1 520
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde205 Cast #427098 6.8 761sugg. start load; 1.537" OAL; 9,700 cup
Bilde205 Cast #427098 7.7 838max load; 1.537" OAL; 12,600 cup
Bilde210 Cast #429215 gas check 6.2 732sugg. start load; 1.500" OAL; 10,900 cup
Bilde210 Cast #429215 gas check 6.8 801max load; 1.500" OAL; 13,500 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"
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Cast LRNFP 7.8 857starting load; 9,300 cup
Bilde200 Cast LRNFP 8.5 947maximum load; 12,900 cup
Hodgdon Pistol Data
case: Winchester; barrel length: 6"; twist: 1:36"; trim length: 1.295"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .430"; COL: 1.600"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde205 Cast #42798 8.0 1090sugg. start load
Bilde205 Cast #42798 9.5 1285max load
Bilde220 Cast #429434 gas check 7.8 1065sugg. start load
Bilde220 Cast #429434 gas check 9.0 1210max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Remington Peters; trim-to length: 1.300"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14B; cast bullets used size to .430" dia.; firearm used: Marlin Model 94; barrel length: 24"; twist: 1-36"; groove diameter: .436". NOTE: More cast bullet data available under .44 WCF / .44-40 Winchester (Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition)
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Sierra JHP 6.2 857primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.18; case expansion normal
Bilde200 Speer JHP 6.0 799primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.18; case expansion moderate; not sufficiently accurate
Bilde185 Speer SWC 5.7 761primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.135; case expansion moderate
Bilde200 Hornady SWC 5.8 770primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.225; case expansion normal
Bilde200 Hornady SWC 6.2 943primer: F 150; O.A. Ctg. Lgt.: 1.225; case expansion normal

JHP = jacketed hollowpoint; FMJ = full metal jacket; SWC = semiwadcutter; RNL = roundnose lead. Test Guns: Colt Gold Cup National Match and Colt service automatics. Ruger Convertible revolver with 4-5/8-inch barrel used for velocity comparisons. Federal cases used throughout tests. Velocities chronographed with Oehler Model 31 Chronotach and Model 51 electronic screens; velocities taken at ten feet; screen spacing, ten feet. Accuracy Goals: (five-shot groups - sandbag rest) - one inch at fifty feet; three to four inches at fifty yards. (Handloader Issue 76)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Cast LSWC 7.0 941start load; COL: 1.230"; 11,800 cup
Bilde155 Cast LSWC 7.7 1056max load; COL: 1.230"; 16,100 cup
Bilde160 Barnes TAC-XP 6.1 971start load; COL: 1.200"; 17,300 psi
Bilde160 Barnes TAC-XP 6.5 1047max load; COL: 1.200"; 20,100 psi
Bilde180 LFP 6.7 928start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 14,100 cup
Bilde180 LFP 7.4 1024max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 17,800 cup
Bilde185 Hornady JSWC 6.8 890start load; COL: 1.135"; 14,800 cup
Bilde185 Hornady JSWC 7.3 970max load COL: 1.135"; 16,500 cup
Bilde200 Speer JHP 6.0 861start load; COL: 1.155"; 13,600 cup
Bilde200 Speer JHP 6.6 941max load; COL: 1.155"; 17,100 cup
Bilde200 Cast LSWC 6.2 836start load; COL: 1.225"; 13,000 cup
Bilde200 Cast LSWC 6.9 952max load; COL: 1.225"; 17,200 cup
Bilde230 LRN 5.5 828start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 15,100 cup
Bilde230 LRN 6.0 897max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 17,300 cup
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ FP 5.4 745start load; COL: 1.200"; 12,200 cup
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ FP 6.0 848max load; COL: 1.200"; 16,600 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Rem MC HP 6.9 890COL: 1.210"; 18,000 cup
Bilde200 Hornady LSWC 6.5 900bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.170"; 18,000 cup
Bilde200 Speer JHP 6.4 825COL: 1.170"; 17,200 cup
Bilde230 Rem LRN 6.2 825COL: 1.270"; 17,700 cup
Bilde230 Rem MC 6.0 745COL: 1.260"; 17,400 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads
case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .893"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .451" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Jacketed 5.7 760start load; min OAL: 1.150
Bilde185 Jacketed 6.5 895never exceed; min OAL: 1.150; 17,700 cup
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.9 764start load; min OAL: 1.170
Bilde200 Jacketed 6.4 825never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 17,200 cup
Bilde200 Lead 5.6 787start load; min OAL: 1.170
Bilde200 Lead 6.5 900never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 18,000 cup
Bilde230 Jacketed 5.5 682start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde230 Jacketed 6.0 745never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 17,400 cup
Bilde230 Lead 5.8 778start load; min OAL: 1.270
Bilde230 Lead 6.2 825never exceed; load; min OAL: 1.270; 17,700 cup
Lee Precision Data
Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Cast #452389 5.5 825sugg. start load; 9,800 cup
Bilde185 Cast #452389 6.5 1030max load; 17,400 cup
Bilde195 Cast #452488 5.0 780sugg. start load; 10,300 cup
Bilde195 Cast #452488 6.2 945max load; 16,200 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used size to .450" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .450". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .45 ACP Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Remington Jacketed SWC/FMJ 4.4 706sugg. start load; 1.135" OAL; 9,100 cup
Bilde185 Remington Jacketed SWC/FMJ 6.5 972max load; 1.135" OAL; 16,800 cup
Bilde185 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 4.9 633sugg. start load; 1.175" OAL; 7,100 cup
Bilde185 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 7.0 960max load; 1.175" OAL; 17,900 cup
Bilde200 Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP 4.5 601sugg. start load; 1.178" OAL; 7,300 cup
Bilde200 Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP 6.7 935max load; 1.178" OAL; 17,400 cup
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 4.4 587sugg. start load; 1.243" OAL; 7,400 cup
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 6.3 844max load; 1.243" OAL; 17,400 cup
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 4.9 678sugg. start load; 1.275" OAL; 10,800 cup
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 5.9 838max load; 1.275" OAL; 15,800 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Remington, Federal; trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Speer Semi-wadcutter 5.2 811maximum load
Bilde200 Speer Semi-wadcutter 4.7 726
Bilde185 Speer TMJ Match 5.6 793maximum load
Bilde185 Speer TMJ Match 5.1 705
Bilde200 Speer Hollow Point 6.2 939maximum load
Bilde200 Speer Hollow Point 5.6 846
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 6.1 900maximum load
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 5.5 801
Bilde260 Speer Hollow Point 5.6 802maximum load
Bilde260 Speer Hollow Point 5.1 733
Speer Reloading Manual #11
gun: Colt Gov't. Model; barrel: 5"; twist: 1-16; cases: Speer; primers: CCI-300; maximum loads listed should be used with caution
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Speer LSWC 4.7 726start charge
Bilde200 Speer LSWC 5.2 811maximum charge
Bilde185 Speer TMJ Match SWC 5.1 705start charge
Bilde185 Speer TMJ Match SWC 5.6 793maximum charge
Bilde185 Speer GDHP or TMJ FN 7.0 810start charge
Bilde185 Speer GDHP or TMJ FN 7.8 981maximum charge
Bilde230 Speer GDHP SB or GDHP 5.4 664start charge
Bilde230 Speer GDHP SB or GDHP 6.0 796maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Nosler Custom Competition JHP 6.9 888max; most accurate load tested
Bilde185 Nosler Custom Competition JHP 6.4 823
Bilde185 Nosler Custom Competition JHP 5.9 758
Using Nosler Bullets
Handgun; case: Winchester; primer: Fed. 150; barrel length/make: 5" Douglas; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 185 GR Nosler Custom Competition JHP or 230 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol FMJ or JHP; OACL: 1.200"; maximum OACL: 1.275". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Lyman #452460 5.0 735sugg. start load; 9,000 cup
Bilde200 Lyman #452460 6.2 945max load; 17,000 cup
Bilde200 Lyman #452630 5.4 653sugg. start load; 8,600 cup
Bilde200 Lyman #452630 6.7 900max load; 16,800 cup
200 GR (Lyman Cast Bullet Data)
cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used; Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"; Lyman #452460 OAL: 1.161"; Lyman #452630 OAL: 1.235" (Lyman Cast Bullet Manual 4th Edition)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde225 Lyman #452374 5.0 675sugg. start load; 9,000 cup
Bilde225 Lyman #452374 6.0 850max load; 15,200 cup
225 GR (Lyman Cast Bullet Data)
cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used; Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"; OAL: 1.272" (Lyman Cast Bullet Manual 4th Edition)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Cast #452460 5.0 735sugg. start load; 1.161" OAL; 9,000 cup
Bilde200 Cast #452460 6.2 945max load; 1.161" OAL; 17,000 cup
Bilde200 Cast #452630 5.4 653sugg. start load; 1.235" OAL; 8,600 cup
Bilde200 Cast #452630 6.7 900max load; 1.235" OAL; 16,800 cup
Bilde225 Cast #452374 5.0 675sugg. start load; 1.272" OAL; 9,000 cup
Bilde225 Cast #452374 6.0 850max load; 1.272" OAL; 15,200 cup
Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Federal/ Sierra JHP 7.1 1,003primer: CCI 300; group size: 1.89; very accurate; high velocity and energy
in a Browning BDA
4.4-inch barrel. Average of two or more five-shot groups for handloads. All groups shot at 25 yards from rest. All handloads in Federal brass. Oehler Model 32/61 Chronotach/Skyscreen System. Average temperature 32 degrees.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Federal/ Sierra JHP 7.1 984primer: CCI 300; group size: 3.30; very accurate; high velocity and energy
in a Heckler & Koch P9S
4-inch polygonal-rifled barrel. Average of two or more five-shot groups for handloads. All groups shot at 25 yards from rest. All handloads in Federal brass. Oehler Model 32/61 Chronotach/Skyscreen System. Average temperature 32 degrees.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.3 703start load; min OAL: 1.170
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.8 759never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 14,620 cup
Bilde230 Jacketed 4.9 627start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde230 Jacketed 5.4 685never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 14,790 cup
Lee Precision Data
CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Cast #452389 5.0 615sugg. start load
Bilde185 Cast #452389 6.3 810max load
Bilde238 Cast #452423 4.1 505sugg. start load
Bilde238 Cast #452423 4.9 655max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook
cases: Remington; trim-to length: .894"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14A; cast bullets used size to .451" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 25 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); barrel length: 4 1/2 and 6 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .451". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .45 Auto Rim Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 6.0 709sugg. start load; 1.236" OAL; 7,500 cup
Bilde185 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 7.2 849max load; 1.236" OAL; 13,700 cup
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed GDHP 4.8 608sugg. start load; 1.180" OAL; 7,200 cup
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed GDHP 6.0 809max load; 1.180" OAL; 12,400 cup
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 4.4 518sugg. start load; 1.255" OAL; 6,100 cup
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 6.2 812max load; 1.255" OAL; 14,900 cup
Bilde200 Cast #452460 5.0 660sugg. start load; 1.161" OAL
Bilde200 Cast #452460 6.1 850max load; 1.161" OAL
Bilde225 Cast #452374 5.0 560sugg. start load; 1.265" OAL
Bilde225 Cast #452374 5.9 750max load; 1.265" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Remington; trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14A; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver, Smith & Wesson Model 25; barrel length: Universal Receiver - 4 1/2", Model 25 - 6 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Speer LSWC 4.7 659start charge
Bilde200 Speer LSWC 5.2 735maximum charge
Bilde230 Speer GDHP, GDHP SB or 225 GR Colt JHP 5.4 791start charge
Bilde230 Speer GDHP, GDHP SB or 225 GR Colt JHP 5.9 866maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14
max. case length: 0.898"; trim-to length: 0.888"; max cart. OAL: 1.275"; RCBS shell holder: #8; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: S&W Model 25-2; barrel length: 6.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Remington JHP 6.6 973Primer: Fed. 150; ME: 387; duplicates .45 ACP Remington factory load

All loads in Remington brass. Velocities taken on an Oehler M-10 Chronograph; 7 1/2 feet instrumental converted to muzzle velocity. Average temperature, 66 degrees. Test gun was an S&W M1917 with 5 1/2-inch barrel.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde160 Cast LRNFP 7.0 850start load; COL: 1.500"; 7,000 psi
Bilde160 Cast LRNFP 9.5 1157max load; COL: 1.500"; 13,300 psi
Bilde180 Cast LRNFP 7.0 807start load; COL: 1.540"; 7,800 psi
Bilde180 Cast LRNFP 9.1 1044max load; COL: 1.540"; 12,600 psi
Bilde200 Cast LRNFP 7.0 796start load; COL: 1.600"; 8,700 psi
Bilde200 Cast LRNFP 9.1 996max load; COL: 1.600"; 12,800 psi
Bilde200 Hornady XTP 6.6 740start load; COL: 1.600"; 8,400 psi
Bilde200 Hornady XTP 8.6 972max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,200 psi
Bilde215 Cast LRNFP 7.2 797start load; COL: 1.650"; 9,300 psi
Bilde215 Cast LRNFP 9.0 951max load; COL: 1.650"; 12,600 psi
Bilde225 Hornady FTX 7.0 743start load; COL: 1.600"; 9,200 psi
Bilde225 Hornady FTX 8.7 925max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,500 psi
Bilde230 Cast LRNFP 7.0 770start load; COL: 1.580"; 9,600 psi
Bilde230 Cast LRNFP 8.8 959max load; COL: 1.580"; 13,000 psi
Bilde250 Cast LRNFP 7.0 768start load; COL: 1.600"; 9,600 psi
Bilde250 Cast LRNFP 8.2 890max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,000 psi
Bilde250 Hornady XTP 6.0 630start load; COL: 1.595"; 10,300 psi
Bilde250 Hornady XTP 7.5 796max load; COL: 1.595"; 13,700 psi
Bilde260 Speer JHP 6.0 608start load; COL: 1.595"; 9,800 psi
Bilde260 Speer JHP 7.5 759max load; COL: 1.595"; 13,500 psi
Hodgdon Pistol Data
Case: Winchester; barrel length: 7.25"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 1.280"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .452". NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde250 Lead 7.7 806start load; min. OAL: 1.600
Bilde250 Lead 8.7 895never exceed; min. OAL: 1.600; 13,900 cup
Lee Precision Data
Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Cast #452460 9.0 941sugg. start load; 1.550" OAL; 10,100 cup
Bilde200 Cast #452460 10.0 1036max load; 1.550" OAL; 12,900 cup; potentially most accurate load
Bilde250 Cast #454190 6.0 555sugg. start load; 1.600" OAL
Bilde250 Cast #454190 8.5 890max load; 1.600" OAL
Bilde250 Cast #452664 7.0 721sugg. start load; 1.570" OAL
Bilde250 Cast #452664 8.5 897max load; 1.570" OAL
Bilde255 Cast #452424 6.0 555sugg. start load; 1.575" OAL
Bilde255 Cast #452424 8.0 835max load; 1.575" OAL
Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; cast bullets used sized to .452" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver & Ruger Blackhawk; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Speer LSWC 7.1 860start charge; firmly roll-crimp over the bullet shoulder for reliable performance
Bilde200 Speer LSWC 8.1 959maximum charge; firmly roll-crimp over the bullet shoulder for reliable performance
Bilde200 Speer GDHP 7.7 880start charge
Bilde200 Speer GDHP 8.7 1002maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14
max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.600"; RCBS shell holder: #20; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Colt Single Action Army; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: the 255 SWC, 225 CAV & 230 CM bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 7.0 581sugg. start load; 1.557" OAL
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 9.5 894max load; 1.557" OAL
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 8.4 777sugg. start load; 1.575" OAL
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 9.3 899max load; 1.575" OAL
Bilde230 Speer Swaged Lead FN 9.0 890sugg. start load; 1.590" OAL; 9,800 cup
Bilde230 Speer Swaged Lead FN 10.0 999max load; 1.590" OAL; 13,200 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; firearms used: Universal Receiver & Ruger Blackhawk; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde255 Cast #452424 8.0 98410" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.630" OAL
Bilde255 Cast #452424 8.0 80415" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.630" OAL
Bilde255 Cast #452424 9.7 115310" Bbl.; max load; 1.630" OAL
Bilde255 Cast #452424 9.7 93815" Bbl.; max load; 1.630" OAL
Bilde325 Cast #452651 gas check 7.0 72210" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.585" OAL
Bilde325 Cast #452651 gas check 7.0 78115" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.585" OAL
Bilde325 Cast #452651 gas check 8.2 84110" Bbl.; max load; 1.585" OAL
Bilde325 Cast #452651 gas check 8.2 89515" Bbl.; max load; 1.585" OAL
in a T/C Contender & Encore Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
This data was developed for use in the T/C Contender and Encore handguns. It can also be used in other single shot or bolt-action handguns such as the Remington XP-100 and Savage Striker. Do not use these loads in any other type of handgun. Shooters using the 15-inch 45 Colt/410 barrel must remove the internal choke before firing 45 Colt ammunition. Cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; cast bullets used sized to .452" dia.; firearm used: Thompson/Center Contender and Encore; barrel length: 10" Contender and 15" Encore; twist: 1-24" Contender and 1-16" Encore; groove dia.: .452"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde250 Oregon Trail Laser-Cast RNFP 8.6 860
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.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde250 Remington Lead RN 6.0 583case expansion: moderate; accuracy class: C
Bilde250 Remington Lead RN 7.0 700case expansion: maximum; accuracy class: A+; 2nd best accuracy
Test revolver was Colt New Service with 5 1/2-inch barrel. All loads employed Dominion (Canadian) .455 Colt cases. Federal No. 150 Large Pistol primers used in all handloads. Oehler Model 31 Chronograph and Model 51 screens used to measure velocities. Velocities are instrumental, measured 8 feet from muzzle (not corrected to muzzle velocity). Lyman 3-die reloading set used to resize cases and seat bullets. The following accuracy classification system was used in these tests: A+ = 1-inch or less at 20 yards; A = 1 1/16 - 1 1/2 inches; B = 1 9/16 - 2 inches; C = 2 1/16 - 2 1/2 inches; D = Over 2 1/2 inches.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Remington JHP 7.8 1,27534,300 psi
Bilde180 Winchester JHP 7.0 1,14035,100 psi
Bilde200 Hornady XTP 6.2 1,04035,700 psi
IMR Data - Maximum Loads
case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .987"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .400"; COL: 1.250"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Jacketed 7.5 1227start load; min OAL: 1.250
Bilde155 Jacketed 7.8 1275never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 34,300 psi
Bilde180 Jacketed 6.6 1076start load; min OAL: 1.250
Bilde180 Jacketed 7.0 1140never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 35,100 psi
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.7 963start load; min OAL: 1.250
Bilde200 Jacketed 6.2 1040never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 35,700 psi
Lee Precision Data
Large Pistol Primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Hornady JHP 6.5 1,128case expansion normal; best accuracy with 155-grain Hornady
Bilde155 Hornady JHP 7.5 1,238case expansion near maximum; accurate
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.0 1,210case expansion normal
Jacketed Bullets
Test pistol was a Colt Delta Elite with a five-inch barrel. All loads used Federal F-150 primers. Special care should be exercised to differentiate between HS-7 and AAC-7 powders!
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde88 Speer JHP 6.0 1,386OAL (inches): 1.04; case expansion: near max; best accuracy with 88-grain bullets
Bilde90 Sierra JHP 5.8 1,356OAL (inches): 1.03; case expansion: normal; best accuracy with 90-grain bullets
Bilde100 Speer JHP 5.7 1,302OAL (inches): 1.075; case expansion: normal; accurate
Bilde115 Nosler FMJ 5.5 1,221OAL (inches): 1.10; case expansion: maximum; accurate; best load with this bullet
Bilde115 Sierra JHP 5.4 1,210OAL (inches): 1.08; case expansion: near max; very accurate
Bilde115 Hornady JHP 5.2 1,167OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal; best load with 115 Hornady
Bilde115 Speer JHP 5.3 1,208OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max; good load
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ-FP 5.3 1,154OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: maximum
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ-RN 5.1 1,131OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: maximum
(Jacketed) in a Beretta
Beretta 92-F, 5 inches.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde88 Speer JHP 6.0 1,414OAL (inches): 1.04; case expansion: near max; best accuracy with 88-grain bullets
Bilde90 Sierra JHP 5.8 1,369OAL (inches): 1.03; case expansion: normal; best accuracy with 90-grain bullets
Bilde100 Speer JHP 5.7 1,305OAL (inches): 1.075; case expansion: normal; accurate
Bilde115 Nosler FMJ 5.5 1,226OAL (inches): 1.10; case expansion: maximum; accurate; best load with this bullet
Bilde115 Sierra JHP 5.4 1,247OAL (inches): 1.08; case expansion: near max
Bilde115 Hornady JHP 5.2 1,177OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal; best load with 115 Hornady
Bilde115 Speer JHP 5.3 1,232OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max; good load
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ-FP 5.2 1,166OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: near max; good load
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ-RN 5.1 1,173OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: maximum
(Jacketed) in a Ruger
Ruger P-85, 4 1/2 inches.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde126 Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560) 3.7 919OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: moderate; fourth best accuracy with Magma bullets
Bilde126 Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560) 4.0 1,023OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal; accurate
Bilde126 Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560) 4.3 1,063OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: maximum
Bilde125 SAECO SWC Cast (Sized .355 inch) 4.0 977OAL (inches): 1.09; case expansion: normal; second best accuracy with SAECO bullets
Bilde130 Ohaus Cast (Sized .3565 inch) 3.7 972OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: normal; 966 fps when taper-crimped
Bilde130 Ohaus Cast (Sized .3565 inch) 4.0 1,011OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: near max; third best accuracy with Ohaus bullets
Bilde124 Hornady Swaged (Sized .355 inch) 3.7 895OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: moderate
Bilde124 Hornady Swaged (Sized .355 inch) 4.2 1,007OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: normal; accurate
Bilde125 Alberts Swaged (Sized .3565 inch) 4.2 948OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal
in a Beretta
Federal cases and Federal 100 Small Pistol primers used for all loads. Velocities are instrumental at 10 feet from the muzzle, using Oehler Model 31 chronotach and Oehler Model 51 electronic screens with 10-foot spacing. Barrel lengths of test gun: Beretta, 5-inch barrel.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde126 Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560) 3.7 920OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: moderate; fourth best accuracy with Magma bullets
Bilde130 Ohaus Cast (Sized .3565 inch) 4.0 1,012OAL (inches): 1.13; case expansion: near max; third best accuracy with Ohaus bullets
in a Ruger
Federal cases and Federal 100 Small Pistol primers used for all loads. Velocities are instrumental at 10 feet from the muzzle, using Oehler Model 31 chronotach and Oehler Model 51 electronic screens with 10-foot spacing. Barrel lengths of test gun: Ruger, 4 1/2-inch barrel.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde80 Barnes TAC-XP 3.6 1006start load; COL: 1.025"; 24,900 psi
Bilde80 Barnes TAC-XP 4.6 1200max load; COL: 1.025"; 33,100 psi
Bilde90 Speer GDHP 4.9 1216start load; COL: 1.010"; 27,300 psi
Bilde90 Speer GDHP 5.5 1292max load; COL: 1.010"; 30,600 psi
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 4.9 1172start load; COL: 1.020"; 27,800 psi
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 5.4 1259max load; COL: 1.020"; 32,500 psi
Bilde115 Speer GDHP 4.5 1031start load; COL: 1.125"; 28,000 psi
Bilde115 Speer GDHP 4.9 1113max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,300 psi
Bilde124 Berry's Bullets HBRN TP 4.3 900start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 25,100 psi
Bilde124 Berry's Bullets HBRN TP 4.9 1054max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 31,800 psi
Bilde125 Lead Conical Nose 3.6 933start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 24,600 psi
Bilde125 Lead Conical Nose 4.1 1035max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 31,200 psi
Bilde125 Hornady HAP 3.3 804start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 25,600 psi
Bilde125 Hornady HAP 3.8 914max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 32,000 psi
Bilde125 Sierra FMJ 4.1 996start load; COL: 1.090"; 28,900 psi
Bilde125 Sierra FMJ 4.6 1074max load; COL: 1.090"; 33,700 psi
Bilde130 Berry's Bullets RN 4.2 918start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 28,200 psi
Bilde130 Berry's Bullets RN 4.7 1026max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 32,000 psi
Bilde147 Hornady XTP 2.8 707start load; COL: 1.100"; 24,000 psi
Bilde147 Hornady XTP 3.3 844max load; COL: 1.100"; 32,900 psi
Hodgdon Data Using IMR Powder
Case: Winchester; twist: 1:10"; primer: CCI 500, Small Pistol; barrel length: 4"; trim length: .750"; bullet diam.: .355" (except where otherwise specified in remarks.)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Rem JHP 5.1 1095COL: 1.110"; 32,400 cup
Bilde124 Rem MC 4.9 1040COL: 1.135"; 32,300 cup
Bilde147 Hornady XTP 4.3 950COL: 1.130"; 32,900 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads
case: Remington; barrel length: 4.0"; twist: 1:10"; trim length: .750"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde124 Jacketed 4.4 945start load; min OAL: 1.135
Bilde124 Jacketed 4.9 1040never exceed; min OAL: 1.135; 32,300 cup
Bilde147 XTP 3.9 871start load; min OAL: 1.130
Bilde147 XTP 4.3 950never exceed; min OAL: 1.130; 32,900 cup
Bilde115 Jacketed 4.6 995start load; min OAL: 1.110
Bilde115 Jacketed 5.1 1095never exceed; min OAL: 1.110; 32,400 cup
Lee Precision Data
Small pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde92 Cast #358242 5.0 1180sugg. start load; OAL: 1.045"; 23,400 cup
Bilde92 Cast #358242 5.9 1310max load; OAL: 1.045"; 30,500 cup
Bilde115 Cast #358345 3.8 1005sugg. start load; OAL: .997"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 24,000 cup
Bilde115 Cast #358345 4.5 1130max load; OAL: .997"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 31,000 cup
Bilde121 Cast #356402 3.5 935sugg. start load; OAL: 1.110"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 21,000 cup
Bilde121 Cast #356402 4.3 1080max load; OAL: 1.110"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 31,500 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition
The trim-to length should be adhered to closely. A short case or crimp on the mouth can cause problems with headspace. Most popular cast bullet for this caliber is #356402. Cases: Federal (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .751"; primers: CCI 500 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .358" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-10"; groove diameter: .358"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 JHP 5.5 1,401energy: 392; psi: 30,000
Super Vel Data
5 inch Pressure Barrel
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Cast #356242 5.0 1180sugg. start load; 23,400 cup; 1.045" OAL
Bilde90 Cast #356242 5.9 1310max load; 30,500 cup; 1.045" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356242 3.0 852sugg. start load; 21,400 cup; 1.065" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356242 3.9 1095max load; 31,300 cup; 1.065" 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 5.5 1,344very accurate with high velocity; OAL: .980"
4" Barrel
Overall cartridge length must be carefully controlled to insure reliable feeding. Cartridges must lie parallel to magazine follower. (These notes especially apply to the Luger.)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde141 H&G 12B semiwadcutter 3.8 930OAL (inches): 1.13
Bilde141 H&G 12B semiwadcutter 4.0 990OAL (inches): 1.13
Bilde147 Redding/SAECO 929 semiwadcutter 3.5 910OAL (inches): 1.16; poor accuracy
Bilde147 Redding/SAECO 929 semiwadcutter 3.8 945OAL (inches): 1.16; poor accuracy
Bilde147 Lyman 358212 roundnose 3.5 900OAL (inches): 1.17
Bilde147 Lyman 358212 roundnose 4.0 975OAL (inches): 1.17
Bilde157 Lyman 356637 flatnose 3.5 875OAL (inches): 1.15
Cast Bullet Loads
Reduce initial charge by 10% before working up. If the overall cartridge length is either increased or decreased, further reduce initial powder charges.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady JHP 5.0 1,159length (inches): 1.045; expansion: moderate; accuracy class: A+; most accurate load
Bilde90 Hornady JHP 5.8 1,263length (inches): 1.045; expansion: normal; accuracy class: B
Bilde115 Hornady JHP 5.2 1,109length (inches): 1.110; expansion: normal; accuracy class: B
Bilde115 Hornady JHP 5.5 1,148length (inches): 1.110; expansion: maximum; accuracy class: B
Bilde125 Sierra FMJ 5.0 1,101length (inches): 1.150; expansion: maximum; accuracy class: C+
Bilde125 Speer JSP 5.2 1,101length (inches): 1.130; expansion: normal; accuracy class: D; poor load
in a 4-inch Barrel
Test gun: S&W Model 39-2; R-P cases; Alcan SP primers.
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