An excellent multipurpose handgun powder with burning rate generally about like Accurate No.5 or Alliant Herco. Wide application area covers the following handgun cartridges: 9 mm Luger, 9x21 mm, .357 SIG, .38 Super Auto, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .40 S&W, 10 mm AUTO, .44 S&W Special, .44 Remington Magnum, .45 ACP and .45 Colt.

ShapeColorPerforationDiameter minDiameter maxLength/thick. minLength/thick. maxManufacturer
Cylinder(tubular)GoldYes0.76 mm0.81 mm0.95 mm2.0 mmFinland
N340
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde93 Jacketed 3.9 990start load; min OAL: 1.169
Bilde93 Jacketed 4.9 1198NEVER EXCEED; min OAL: 1.169
Lee Precision Data
With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 3.8 852
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.0 898
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.2 952
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.4 1005
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.5 1058
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.7 1112
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.9 1156
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.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 XTP 8.5 1458start load; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde110 XTP 9.4 1579never exceed; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde124 Lead 7.9 1375start load; min OAL: 1.614
Bilde124 Lead 8.8 1469never exceed; min OAL: 1.614
Bilde125 XTP 7.8 1352start load; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde125 XTP 8.8 1462never exceed; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde140 Jacketed 7.6 1251start load; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde140 Jacketed 8.3 1340never exceed; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde145 Lead 6.6 1238start load; min OAL: 1.614
Bilde145 Lead 7.4 1319never exceed; min OAL: 1.614
Bilde158 Jacketed 6.7 1117start load; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde158 Jacketed 7.4 1198never exceed; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde160 Lead 6.3 1181start load; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde160 Lead 7.1 1244never exceed; min OAL: 1.575
Bilde180 Jacketed 6.3 972start load; min OAL: 1.677
Bilde180 Jacketed 7.1 1069never exceed; min OAL: 1.677
Lee Precision Data
Small Pistol Primer. With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Hornady HP/XTP 9.2 1558starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde110 Hornady HP/XTP 10.1 1669maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 8.6 1453starting load; OAL (in.): 1.614; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum)
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 9.4 1540maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.614; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum)
Bilde125 Hornady FP/XTP 8.7 1444starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde125 Hornady FP/XTP 9.5 1545maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde140 Speer HP 8.2 1325starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde140 Speer HP 8.9 1407maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde145 Intercast LSWC 7.3 1306starting load; OAL (in.): 1.614; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum)
Bilde145 Intercast LSWC 7.9 1380maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.614; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum)
Bilde158 Speer HP 7.3 1184starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde158 Speer HP 7.8 1259maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde160 Intercast LFN 6.9 1234starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde160 Intercast LFN 7.6 1291maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575
Bilde180 Speer TMJ 6.9 1053starting load; OAL (in.): 1.677; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum)
Bilde180 Speer TMJ 7.6 1142maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.677; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum)
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 2006
test barrel: 7", 1 in 18 1/2" twist; primers: Small Rifles; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 1.283"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde125 Hornady Jacketed HP 8.1 1147sugg. start load; 31,800 cup; 1.590" OAL
Bilde125 Hornady Jacketed HP 9.0 1366max load; 40,800 cup; 1.590" OAL
Bilde146 Speer Jacketed HP 7.6 1066sugg. start load; 34,600 cup; 1.590" OAL
Bilde146 Speer Jacketed HP 8.5 1212max load; 45,000 cup; 1.590" OAL
Handgun 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; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .356"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde158 Hornady SWC, RN, SWC-HP 3.9 666COAL: 1.590"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC, RN, SWC-HP 4.2 715COAL: 1.590"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC, RN, SWC-HP 4.5 770COAL: 1.590"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC, RN, SWC-HP 4.9 822COAL: 1.590"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC, RN, SWC-HP 5.2 880COAL: 1.590"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC, RN, SWC-HP 5.5 933maximum load; COAL: 1.590"
Using Hornady Bullets
Gun: Ruger GP100; barrel length: 6"; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol Magnum; bullet diameter: .357"; maximum COAL: 1.590"; maximum case length: 1.290"; trim to length: 1.280".
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde95 Jacketed 8.2 1527start load; min OAL: 1.201
Bilde95 Jacketed 9.2 1713never exceed; compressed charge; min OAL: 1.201
Bilde115 Jacketed 6.8 1325start load; min OAL: 1.201
Bilde115 Jacketed 8.0 1529never exceed; min OAL: 1.201
Bilde123 Megashock 6.5 1191start load; min OAL: 1.201
Bilde123 Megashock 7.7 1388never exceed; min OAL: 1.201
Bilde130 Copper Plated 6.5 1238start load; min OAL: 1.201
Bilde130 Copper Plated 7.4 1388never exceed; min OAL: 1.201
Lee Precision Data
With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HP 7.6 1288sugg. start load; 27,300 psi; 1.140" OAL
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HP 8.5 1518max load; 38,100 psi; 1.140" OAL
Bilde115 Sierra Jacketed HP 6.5 1186sugg. start load; 31,800 psi; 1.140" OAL
Bilde115 Sierra Jacketed HP 7.3 1298max load; 38,200 psi; 1.140" OAL
Bilde125 Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP 6.4 1088sugg. start load; 30,600 psi; 1.135" OAL
Bilde125 Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP 7.2 1229max load; 38,100 psi; 1.135" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Federal; trim-to length: .860"; primers: Federal 100; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .3553"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 7.8 1512starting load
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 8.9 1652maximum load
Bilde115 Sierra FMJ 6.3 1325starting load
Bilde115 Sierra FMJ 7.7 1473maximum load
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ-RN 6.0 1250starting load
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ-RN 7.4 1398maximum load
Bilde123 Lapua Megashock 6.0 1249starting load
Bilde123 Lapua Megashock 7.4 1400maximum load
Bilde130 Rainier RN B 6.1 1213starting load
Bilde130 Rainier RN B 7.1 1343maximum load
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 5", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: Starline, trim-to length: 0.858"; COL (in.): 1.140; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde146 Lead 3.5 755start load; min OAL: 1.181
Bilde146 Lead 3.5 755never exceed; min OAL: 1.181
Lee Precision Data
With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Hornady HP-XTP 5.5 865COAL: 1.445"
Bilde110 Hornady HP-XTP 5.9 919COAL: 1.445"
Bilde110 Hornady HP-XTP 6.2 990COAL: 1.445"
Bilde110 Hornady HP-XTP 6.6 1055COAL: 1.445"; +P load; maximum load
Bilde140 Hornady HP-XTP 4.9 802COAL: 1.450"
Bilde140 Hornady HP-XTP 5.1 827COAL: 1.450"
Bilde140 Hornady HP-XTP 5.3 862COAL: 1.450"
Bilde140 Hornady HP-XTP 5.6 890COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load
Bilde158 Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP 4.3 643COAL: 1.450"
Bilde158 Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP 4.5 670COAL: 1.450"
Bilde158 Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP 4.7 699COAL: 1.450"
Bilde158 Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP 4.9 734COAL: 1.450"
Bilde158 Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP 5.1 764COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load
Bilde158 Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN 3.6 679COAL: 1.455"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN 3.9 719COAL: 1.455"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN 4.2 776COAL: 1.455"
Bilde158 Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN 4.5 820COAL: 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 Hornady HP/XTP 6.2 1130start load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde110 Hornady HP/XTP 6.9 1267max load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 5.7 1063start load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 6.4 1203max load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde125 Hornady FP/XTP 5.8 1042start load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde125 Hornady FP/XTP 6.7 1178max load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde125 Rainier FP 5.2 1002start load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde125 Rainier FP 6.3 1146max load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde140 Speer HP 5.6 902start load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde140 Speer HP 6.2 1079max load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde145 Intercast LSWC 5.1 966start load; COL: 1.476"
Bilde145 Intercast LSWC 5.8 1118max load; COL: 1.476"
Bilde146 Speer JHP 4.6 856start load; COL: 1.378"
Bilde146 Speer JHP 5.4 1004max load; COL: 1.378"
Bilde148 Sako LWC 3.6 812start load; COL: 1.181"
Bilde148 Sako LWC 4.1 926max load; COL: 1.181"
Bilde158 Speer HP 4.9 791start load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde158 Speer HP 5.6 983max load; COL: 1.437"
Bilde158 Rainier FP 4.9 809start load; COL: 1.476"
Bilde158 Rainier FP 5.7 967max load; COL: 1.476"
Bilde160 Intercast LFN 5.1 974start load; COL: 1.476"
Bilde160 Intercast LFN 5.8 1107max load; COL: 1.476"
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide Edition 6
test barrel: 6 1/2", 1 in 18" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: LAPUA, trim-to length: 1.146"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; use maximum loads with caution!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 XTP 6.5 1194start load; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde110 XTP 6.7 1229never exceed; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde124 Lead 6.0 1131start load; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde124 Lead 6.2 1164never exceed; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde125 Copper Plated 5.7 1055start load; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde125 Copper Plated 6.0 1106never exceed; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde140 Jacketed 5.8 981start load; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde140 Jacketed 6.1 1030never exceed; min OAL: 1.437
Bilde145 Lead 5.3 1026start load; min OAL: 1.476
Bilde145 Lead 5.6 1076never exceed; min OAL: 1.476
Bilde146 Jacketed 5.0 927start load; min OAL: 1.378
Bilde146 Jacketed 5.2 963never exceed; min OAL: 1.378
Bilde148 Wadcutter 3.9 878start load; min OAL: 1.181
Bilde148 Wadcutter 4.0 895never exceed; min OAL: 1.181
Bilde158 Copper Plated 5.3 887start load; min OAL: 1.476
Bilde158 Copper Plated 5.5 923never exceed; min OAL: 1.476
Bilde160 Lead 5.4 1030start load; min OAL: 1.476
Bilde160 Lead 5.6 1070never exceed; min OAL: 1.476
+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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde110 XTP 5.8 1085start load; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde110 XTP 6.5 1194NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde124 Lead 5.4 1028start load; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde124 Lead 6.0 1131NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde125 Copper Plated 5.1 959start load; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde125 Copper Plated 5.7 1055NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde125 XTP 5.5 983start load; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde125 XTP 6.2 1102NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde140 Jacketed 5.2 891start load; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde140 Jacketed 5.8 981NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde145 Lead 4.8 939start load; min. OAL: 1.476
Bilde145 Lead 5.3 1033NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.476
Bilde146 Jacketed 4.5 838start load; min. OAL: 1.378
Bilde146 Jacketed 5.0 922NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.378
Bilde148 Wad Cutter 3.5 783start load; min. OAL: 1.181
Bilde148 Wad Cutter 3.9 863NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.181
Bilde158 Jacketed 4.6 781start load; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde158 Jacketed 5.2 876NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437
Bilde158 Copper Plated 4.8 799start load; min. OAL: 1.476
Bilde158 Copper Plated 5.3 879NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.476
Bilde160 Lead 4.8 939start load; min. OAL: 1.476
Bilde160 Lead 5.4 1033NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.476
Lee Precision Data
With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer.
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Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Jacketed 6.0 1235start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde115 Jacketed 6.9 1398never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde115 Copper Plated 6.0 1253start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde115 Copper Plated 7.0 1398never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde115 XTP 6.0 1250start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde115 XTP 6.9 1398never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde124 Jacketed 6.0 1207start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde124 Jacketed 7.1 1355never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde124 Lead 5.4 1204start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde124 Lead 6.4 1329never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde130 Jacketed 5.5 1145start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde130 Jacketed 6.3 1260never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde130 Copper Plated 5.4 1129start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde130 Copper Plated 6.2 1230never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde145 Lead 4.3 1033start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde145 Lead 5.2 1148never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde147 Jacketed 4.9 998start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde147 Jacketed 5.7 1142never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde147 Copper Plated 5.0 1053start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde147 Copper Plated 5.7 1142never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde147 XTP 5.1 1033start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde147 XTP 5.9 1161never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde100 Hornady FMJ-RN 5.0 864
Bilde100 Hornady FMJ-RN 5.4 969
Bilde100 Hornady FMJ-RN 5.7 1078
Bilde100 Hornady FMJ-RN 6.1 1194
Bilde100 Hornady FMJ-RN 6.5 1315
Bilde100 Hornady FMJ-RN 6.9 1416maximum load
Using 100 GR Hornady Bullets
Gun: Kimber Model 1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355" and .357"; COAL: 1.210"; maximum COAL: 1.280"; maximum case length: .900"; trim to length: .895".
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP 5.1 1001
Bilde115 Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP 5.4 1057
Bilde115 Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP 5.7 1125
Bilde115 Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP 6.0 1193
Bilde115 Hornady FMJ RN or HP XTP 6.3 1249maximum load
Using 115 GR Hornady Bullets
Gun: Kimber Model 1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355" and .357"; COAL: 1.245"; maximum COAL: 1.280"; maximum case length: .900"; trim to length: .895".
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde125 Hornady 5.1 1083
Bilde125 Hornady 5.4 1112
Bilde125 Hornady 5.6 1149
Bilde125 Hornady 5.8 1185
Bilde125 Hornady 6.1 1213maximum load
Using 121/124/125 GR Hornady Bullets
Gun: Kimber Model 1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355" and .357"; 121 GR Hornady HAP COAL: 1.210"; 124 GR FMJ-RN COAL: 1.250", 124 GR HP XTP COAL: 1.210"; 124 GR FMJ-FP COAL: 1.200"; 125 GR HAP COAL: 1.210"; 125 GR FP XTP & HP XTP COAL: 1.200"; maximum COAL: 1.280"; maximum case length: .900"; trim to length: .895". NOTE: 121 GR and 124 GR bullets can be used for all 125 GR data listed.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady HP XTP 5.5 922
Bilde90 Hornady HP XTP 5.9 1022
Bilde90 Hornady HP XTP 6.2 1144
Bilde90 Hornady HP XTP 6.6 1266
Bilde90 Hornady HP XTP 6.9 1365maximum load
Using 90 GR Hornady Bullets
Gun: Kimber Model 1911; barrel length: 5 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355" and .357"; COAL: 1.220"; maximum COAL: 1.280"; maximum case length: .900"; trim to length: .895".
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Hornady HP-XTP 6.0 1,255starting load; OAL: 1.240 in. 26,100 psi
Bilde115 Hornady HP-XTP 7.0 1,401maximum load; OAL: 1.240 in.; 34,700 psi
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ-FP 6.1 1,214starting load; OAL: 1.260 in.; 26,100 psi
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ-FP 7.1 1,360maximum load; OAL: 1.260 in.; 34,700 psi
Vihtavuori Data
primer: small pistol; max. bullet diameter: .356"; max. cartridge length: 1.280"; max. shell length: .900"; trim to .890"; test barrel: 5 1/2; 1 in 16" twist; primers; Winchester WSP; cases: Remington +P, trim-to length: .893"; use maximum loads with caution; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Hornady HP-XTP 6.0 1250starting load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde115 Hornady HP-XTP 6.5 1324maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde115 Rainier RN 6.0 1253starting load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde115 Rainier RN 6.5 1325maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ-FP 6.0 1207starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ-FP 6.6 1281maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 5.4 1204starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 5.9 1266maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ 5.6 1145starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ 5.9 1202maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde130 Rainier RN 5.4 1129starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde130 Rainier RN 5.8 1179maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde145 Intercast LRN 4.3 1033starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde145 Intercast LRN 4.7 1091maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde147 Hornady HP/XTP 5.1 1033starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde147 Hornady HP/XTP 5.5 1097maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde147 Rainier RN 4.9 1053starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde147 Rainier RN 5.3 1097maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 5 1/2", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: Remington +P, trim-to length: 0.893"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde124 Speer GDHP 5.0 1072overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
Bilde124 Speer GDHP 5.5 1137overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
Bilde124 Speer GDHP 6.0 1200overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
Bilde124 Speer GDHP 6.5 1274overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
Bilde124 Speer GDHP 6.8 1310overall loaded length (inches): 1.260
Bilde124 Nosler JHP 5.0 1091overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
Bilde124 Nosler JHP 5.5 1137overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
Bilde124 Nosler JHP 6.0 1198overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
Bilde124 Nosler JHP 6.4 1267overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
Bilde124 Nosler JHP 6.6 1301overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
+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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Cast #356242 6.4 1301sugg. start load; 22,500 cup; 1.175" OAL
Bilde90 Cast #356242 7.2 1464max load; 30,900 cup; 1.175" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356242 4.9 1106sugg. start load; 27,700 cup; 1.160" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356242 5.5 1222max load; 31,800 cup; 1.160" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356402 4.9 1049sugg. start load; 22,700 cup; 1.230" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356402 5.5 1220max load; 29,700 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 6.5 1354sugg. start load; 22,500 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HP 7.3 1499max load; 32,000 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 6.4 1325sugg. start load; 23,600 psi; 1.175" OAL
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 7.2 1441max load; 31,300 psi; 1.175" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP 5.8 1051sugg. start load; 22,900 cup; 1.265" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP 6.5 1295max load; 31,600 cup; 1.265" OAL
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ/FP 5.1 1009sugg. start load; 21,400 cup; 1.165" OAL
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ/FP 5.7 1192max load; 29,400 cup; 1.165" 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Lapua FMJ 6.2 1224starting load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde115 Lapua FMJ 6.8 1330maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ 6.0 1171starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ 6.7 1270maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ 5.9 1138starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ 6.4 1234maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Lapua Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 5 1/2", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: Lapua, trim-to length: 0.893"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 MG 180 10.0 1,176group (inches): 1.5
Bilde190 SAECO 190 7.0 782
Bilde175 Lyman 401043 7.0 720
Bilde175 Lyman 401043 10.0 1,204
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
Bilde155 Copper Plated 6.4 1138start load; min. OAL: 1.126
Bilde155 Copper Plated 7.3 1276NEVER EXCEED; compressed load; min. OAL 1.126
Bilde155 XTP 6.0 1103start load; min. OAL: 1.126
Bilde155 XTP 6.9 1250NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.126
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde170 Jacketed 5.3 1002start load; min. OAL: 1.126
Bilde170 Jacketed 6.1 1135NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.126
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Jacketed Bullet 5.5 1008start load; min. OAL: 1.126
Bilde180 Jacketed Bullet 6.1 1109NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.126
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
Bilde200 Jacketed 4.7 864start load; min. OAL: 1.126
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.4 978NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.126
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 6.3 1020start load; 19,300 cup; 1.085" OAL
Bilde135 Nosler JHP 7.0 1193max load; 23,000 cup; 1.085" OAL
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 5.7 922start load; 18,800 cup; 1.100" OAL
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.3 1091max load; 23,100 cup; 1.100" OAL
Bilde155 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 5.5 893start load; 19,800 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde155 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 6.2 993max load; 22,600 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde165 Speer TMJ 5.5 873start load; 18,700 cup; 1.120" OAL
Bilde165 Speer TMJ 6.1 997max load; 23,000 cup; 1.120" OAL
Bilde175 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 5.4 891start load; 20,600 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde175 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 6.0 1004max load; 23,000 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.4 904start load; 20,800 cup; 1.115" OAL
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 6.0 1014max load; 23,100 cup; 1.115" OAL
Bilde190 Sierra JFP 5.0 773start load; 18,900 cup; 1.135" OAL
Bilde190 Sierra JFP 5.6 870max load; 23,200 cup; 1.135" OAL; potentially most accurate load
Bilde150 Lyman Cast #401654 (#2 Alloy) 5.3 911start load; 17,800 cup; 1.090" OAL
Bilde150 Lyman Cast #401654 (#2 Alloy) 5.9 1057max load; 22,500 cup; 1.090" OAL
Bilde175 Lyman Cast #401043 (#2 Alloy) 5.2 918start load; 18,700 cup; 1.125" OAL
Bilde175 Lyman Cast #401043 (#2 Alloy) 5.8 1038max load; 23,000 cup; 1.125" OAL; potentially most accurate load
Bilde175 Lyman Cast #401638 (#2 Alloy) 4.8 873start load; 18,800 cup; 1.100" OAL
Bilde175 Lyman Cast #401638 (#2 Alloy) 5.4 1008max load; 22,400 cup; 1.100" OAL; potentially most accurate load
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 6.1 1049
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 6.4 1100
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 6.8 1143
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 7.1 1198maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets
Gun: Glock Model 22; barrel length: 4.35 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; COAL: 1.125"; maximum COAL: 1.135"; maximum case length: .850"; trim to length: .845".
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 6.4 970
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 6.6 1004
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 6.8 1042
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.0 1084
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.2 1122
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.4 1160
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.6 1200
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 7.8 1240
Bilde135 Sierra JHP 8.0 1274maximum load
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 5.3 863
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 5.6 904
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 5.8 953
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.1 1001
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.4 1047
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.7 1095
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 6.9 1144
Bilde150 Sierra JHP 7.2 1183maximum load
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 5.3 928
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 5.6 955
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 5.8 987
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.1 1018
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.3 1049
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.6 1081
Bilde165 Sierra JHP 6.8 1108maximum load
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 4.7 796
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.0 844
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.3 900
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 5.7 955
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 6.0 1010
Bilde180 Sierra JHP 6.3 1063maximum 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 Hornady HP-XTP 6.0 1132starting load
Bilde135 Hornady HP-XTP 6.3 1171maximum load
Bilde135 Nosler HP 7.4 1322starting load
Bilde135 Nosler HP 7.8 1364maximum load
Bilde155 Rainier FP 6.3 1155starting load
Bilde155 Rainier FP 6.6 1195maximum load
Bilde165 PMC TC-FMJ 6.3 1096starting load
Bilde165 PMC TC-FMJ 6.6 1137maximum load
Bilde170 Hornady HP 5.2 1027starting load
Bilde170 Hornady HP 5.6 1063maximum load
Bilde180 Speer HP 5.4 1001starting load
Bilde180 Speer HP 5.7 1037maximum load
Bilde180 Fiocchi LTC 4.6 948starting load
Bilde180 Fiocchi LTC 5.2 1034maximum load
Bilde200 Speer TMJ 4.6 876starting load
Bilde200 Speer TMJ 4.9 910maximum load
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 5 1/2", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 0.843"; COL (in.): 1.126; 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 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. Loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 jacketed hollowpoint (JHP) 8.5 1,300starting load
Bilde135 jacketed hollowpoint (JHP) 9.7 1,400maximum load

Accuracy measurements are 10-shot groups fired from a Ransom Rest at 25 yards. Test firearm was a Les Baer Premier II pistol.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 XTP 12.5 1401start load; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde180 XTP 14.0 1539never exceed; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde200 XTP 11.3 1313start load; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde200 XTP 12.9 1426never exceed; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde220 Jacketed 10.7 1222start load; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde220 Jacketed 12.2 1321never exceed; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde240 Jacketed 9.9 1148start load; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde240 Jacketed 11.4 1240never exceed; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde250 Jacketed 9.6 1084start load; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde250 Jacketed 11.1 1205never exceed; min OAL: 1.602
Bilde267 Lead 10.1 1104start load; min OAL: 1.681
Bilde267 Lead 11.4 1227never exceed; min OAL: 1.681
Bilde300 Jacketed 9.1 944start load; min OAL: 1.717
Bilde300 Jacketed 10.1 1039never exceed; min OAL: 1.717
Bilde300 XTP 9.2 974start load; min OAL: 1.717
Bilde300 XTP 10.4 1055never exceed; min OAL: 1.717
Lee Precision Data
Large pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 13.0 1440starting load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 14.1 1549maximum load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde200 Hornady HP-XTP 11.7 1345starting load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde200 Hornady HP-XTP 13.0 1434maximum load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde220 Sierra FPJ-Match 11.1 1250starting load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde220 Sierra FPJ-Match 12.3 1328maximum load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde240 Hornady JTC-SIL 10.3 1175starting load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde240 Hornady JTC-SIL 11.5 1247maximum load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde250 Sierra FPJ-Match 10.0 1119starting load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde250 Sierra FPJ-Match 11.2 1213maximum load; COL (in.): 1.602
Bilde267 Intercast LFN 10.5 1171starting load; COL (in.): 1.681; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum
Bilde267 Intercast LFN 11.5 1232maximum load; COL (in.): 1.681; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum
Bilde267 LFN 5.9 735starting load; COL (in.): 1.575; Cowboy Action Shooting load
Bilde267 LFN 7.5 945maximum load; COL (in.): 1.575; Cowboy Action Shooting load
Bilde300 Hornady HP-XTP 9.6 997starting load; COL (in.): 1.717; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum
Bilde300 Hornady HP-XTP 10.5 1061maximum load; COL (in.): 1.717; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum
Bilde300 Sierra JSP 9.4 971starting load; COL (in.): 1.717; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum
Bilde300 Sierra JSP 10.2 1046maximum load; COL (in.): 1.717; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 7", 1 in 20" twist; primers: Large Pistol; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 1.275"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 10.8 1171
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 12.1 1302
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 13.5 1432maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Hornady SWC-HP or SWC 6.8 674
Bilde240 Hornady SWC-HP or SWC 7.2 768
Bilde240 Hornady SWC-HP or SWC 7.6 858
Bilde240 Hornady SWC-HP or SWC 8.1 945maximum 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".
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Sierra JHC 7.7 1,056group: 1.5 inches
Bilde240 Nosler JHP 7.7 1,011group: 2.25 inches
Bilde200 Hornady XTP 7.7 1,019group: 2.0 inches
Bilde250 RCBS 44-250-KT 7.7 1,041group: 1.75 inches
Bilde247.5 Lyman 424383 roundnose 7.7 1,072group: 2.0 inches
Bilde200 RCBS 44-200-FN 7.7 1,066group: 2.5 inches
Bilde240 Bull-X SWC 7.7 1,042group: 2.5 inches
Bilde218 Lyman 429215 7.7 1,058group: 1.75 inches

Warning! Notes Loads fired from a 4 3/4-inch barrel.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde240 Sierra 240 JHC 7.7 1,056group (inches): 1.5
Bilde240 Hornady 240 XTP 7.7 1,017group (inches): 3.0
Bilde240 Nosler 240 JHP 7.7 1,011group (inches): 2.25
Bilde200 Speer 200 JHP 7.7 996group (inches): SC
Bilde200 Hornady 200 XTP 7.7 1,019group (inches): 2.0
4-3/4-inch barrel (Colt Peacemaker Loads)
SC = 3.5 inches or more
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde250 RCBS 44-250-KT 7.7 1,041group (inches): 1.75
Bilde250 Lyman 424383 RN 7.7 1,072group (inches): 2.0
Bilde200 RCBS 44-200-FN 7.7 1,066group (inches): 2.5
Bilde200 MG 200 7.7 1,025group (inches): 2.5
Bilde240 Bull-X 240 SWC 7.7 1,042group (inches): 2.5
Bilde215 Lyman 429215 7.7 1,058group (inches): 1.75
Colt Peacemaker Loads
SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 XTP 8.8 1071start load; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde180 XTP 9.5 1145never exceed; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde200 XTP 8.3 978start load; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde200 XTP 9.1 1066never exceed; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde220 Jacketed 6.6 822start load; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde220 Jacketed 7.4 912never exceed; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde240 Jacketed 6.3 745start load; min OAL: 1.480
Bilde240 Jacketed 7.1 827never exceed; min OAL: 1.480
Bilde250 Jacketed 5.5 674start load; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde250 Jacketed 6.5 778never exceed; min OAL: 1.469
Bilde267 Lead 6.5 846start load; min OAL: 1.539
Bilde267 Lead 7.1 912never exceed; min OAL: 1.539
Lee Precision Data
CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Large Pistol Primer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 6.7 512Do Not Reduce
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 7.0 574
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 7.3 649
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 7.6 722
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 7.9 792maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 8.8 1047starting load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde180 Hornady HP-XTP 9.6 1145maximum load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde200 Hornady HP-XTP 8.3 961starting load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde200 Hornady HP-XTP 9.1 1066maximum load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde220 Sierra FPJ-Match 6.6 814starting load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde220 Sierra FPJ-Match 7.4 912maximum load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde240 Hornady JTC-Sil 6.3 728starting load; COL (in.): 1.480
Bilde240 Hornady JTC-Sil 7.1 827maximum load; COL (in.): 1.480
Bilde250 Sierra FPJ 5.6 646starting load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde250 Sierra FPJ 6.5 778maximum load; COL (in.): 1.469
Bilde267 Intercast LFN 6.5 840starting load; COL (in.): 1.539
Bilde267 Intercast LFN 7.1 912maximum load; COL (in.): 1.539
Bilde267 LFN 6.6 856starting load; COL (in.): 1.539; Cowboy Action Shooting load
Bilde267 LFN 7.3 925maximum load; COL (in.): 1.539; Cowboy Action Shooting load
Vihtavuori Loading Guide 6
test barrel: 6", 1 in 18" twist; primers: Large Pistol; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 1.153"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 8.4 817sugg. start load; 1.592" OAL; 11,100 cup
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 9.4 946max load; 1.592" OAL; 12,600 cup
Bilde200 Cast #427666 8.1 870sugg. start load; 1.580" OAL; 11,000 cup
Bilde200 Cast #427666 9.0 924max load; 1.580" OAL; 11,600 cup
Bilde205 Cast #427098 8.1 870sugg. start load; 1.592" OAL; 10,800 cup
Bilde205 Cast #427098 9.0 950max load; 1.592" OAL; 12,100 cup
Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition
cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.295"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14B; cast bullets used sized to .429" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 6"; twist: 1-20"; groove dia.: .428"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde199 RN/FP RCBS 44-200-CM 8.5 930
Bilde205 RN/FP Lyman 427098 8.5 1035
Bilde205 RN/FP Lyman 427666 8.5 926
Bilde211 RN/FP RCBS 44-200-FN 8.5 986
in a Colt SAA Revolver
All chronograph figures are for five rounds fired with the start screen at approximately 6 feet. All bullets poured of 1-20 (tin-to-lead) alloy, sized to .428 inch and lubed with SPG. All handloads used Starline brass and Winchester Large Pistol primers.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde199 RN/FP RCBS 44-200-CM 8.5 995
Bilde205 RN/FP Lyman 427098 8.5 1070
Bilde205 RN/FP Lyman 427666 8.5 944
Bilde211 RN/FP RCBS 44-200-FN 8.5 1033
in a USFA Revolver
All chronograph figures are for five rounds fired with the start screen at approximately 6 feet. All bullets poured of 1-20 (tin-to-lead) alloy, sized to .428 inch and lubed with SPG. All handloads used Starline brass and Winchester Large Pistol primers.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde205 Hornady FP Cowboy 6.5 546Do Not Reduce!
Bilde205 Hornady FP Cowboy 7.0 634
Bilde205 Hornady FP Cowboy 7.5 722maximum load
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".
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde154 Lead 7.7 1156start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde154 Lead 8.3 1260never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde180 Lead 6.9 1050start load; min OAL: 1.244
Bilde180 Lead 7.5 1121never exceed; min OAL: 1.244
Bilde185 Jacketed 7.2 1032start load; min OAL: 1.268
Bilde185 Jacketed 7.8 1100never exceed; min OAL: 1.268
Bilde200 Jacketed 6.3 930start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde200 Jacketed 6.9 1002never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde200 Lead 6.2 981start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde200 Lead 6.7 1054never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde230 Jacketed 6.0 873start load; min OAL: 1.260
Bilde230 Jacketed 6.5 928never exceed; min OAL: 1.260
Lee Precision Data
Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 6.0 689sugg. start load; 1.243" OAL; 11,700 cup
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 6.7 830max load; 1.243" OAL; 16,300 cup
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 5.9 742sugg. start load; 1.275" OAL; 12,700 cup
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 6.6 838max load; 1.275" OAL; 16,500 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 TMJ FN, TMJ Match SWC or GDHP 6.3 818start charge
Bilde200 Speer TMJ FN, TMJ Match SWC or GDHP 7.0 953maximum charge
Bilde230 Speer TMJ RN 5.5 760start charge
Bilde230 Speer TMJ RN 6.3 872maximum charge
Bilde230 Speer GDHP SB or GDHP 5.4 709start charge
Bilde230 Speer GDHP SB or GDHP 6.1 836maximum 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
Bilde154 Intercast LSWC 7.6 1129starting load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde154 Intercast LSWC 8.2 1211maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde180 Intercast LSWC 6.8 1020starting load; COL (in.): 1.244
Bilde180 Intercast LSWC 7.4 1104maximum load; COL (in.): 1.244
Bilde185 Speer TMJ-SWC 7.1 993starting load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde185 Speer TMJ-SWC 7.7 1082maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde185 Rainier FN 7.3 994starting load; COL (in.): 1.201
Bilde185 Rainier FN 7.9 1093maximum load; COL (in.): 1.201
Bilde185 Nosler HP 6.9 951starting load; COL (in.): 1.130
Bilde185 Nosler HP 7.9 1076maximum load; COL (in.): 1.130
Bilde200 Intercast LSWC 6.1 966starting load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde200 Intercast LSWC 6.6 1039maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ-CT 6.2 906starting load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ-CT 6.8 986maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ-RN 5.9 830starting load; COL (in.): 1.260
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ-RN 6.4 912maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 6", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Large Pistol; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 0.893"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde154 Intercast LSWC 7.8 1,156OAL (in.): 1.240; starting load; 15,000 psi
Bilde154 Intercast LSWC 8.5 1,274OAL (in.): 1.240; maximum load; 20,000 psi
Bilde180 Intercast LSWC 6.9 1,047OAL (in.): 1.244; starting load; 15,000 psi
Bilde180 Intercast LSWC 7.8 1,167OAL (in.): 1.244; maximum load; 20,000 psi
Bilde185 Speer TMJ-SWC 7.3 1,022OAL (in.): 1.268; starting load; 15,000 psi
Bilde185 Speer TMJ-SWC 8.1 1,149OAL (in.): 1.268; maximum load; 20,000 psi
Bilde200 Intercast SWC 6.3 990OAL (in.): 1.240; starting load; 15,000 psi
Bilde200 Intercast SWC 7.0 1,095OAL (in.): 1.240; maximum load; 20,000 psi
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ-CT 6.4 933OAL (in.): 1.240; starting load; 15,000 psi
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ-CT 7.1 1,048OAL (in.): 1.240; maximum load; 20,000 psi
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ-RN 6.0 856OAL (in.): 1.260; starting load; 15,000 psi
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ-RN 6.8 974OAL (in.): 1.260; maximum load; 20,000 psi
Vihtavuori Reloading Manual Second Edition
test barrel: 6":, 1 in 16" twist, manufactured to meet CIP minimum dimensions; primers: Winchester WLP; cases: Remington, trim-to length: .893"; pressure limits based on SAAMI March 9, 1993, pressure measurement according to CIP; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; use maximum loads with caution
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde215 Saeco (Redding) #058 6.2 869sugg. start load; 13,600 cup
Bilde215 Saeco (Redding) #058 6.9 951max load; 17,600 cup
Bilde230 Lee #TL452-230-TC 5.6 840sugg. start load; 13,700 cup
Bilde230 Lee #TL452-230-TC 6.2 915max load; 17,800 cup
215 & 230 GR Lyman Cast Bullet Data
cases: Federal; trim-to length: .888"; primers: CCI 300; 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"; 215 grain OAL: 1.185"; 230 grain OAL: 1.170" (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde225 Lyman #452374 5.9 730sugg. start load; 10,300 cup; primer: CCI 300
Bilde225 Lyman #452374 6.6 864max load; 16,300 cup; primer: CCI 300
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
Bilde225 Cast #452374 5.9 730sugg. start load; 1.272" OAL; primer: CCI 300; 10,300 cup
Bilde225 Cast #452374 6.6 864max load; 1.272" OAL; primer: CCI 300; 16,300 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
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ-FP 6.3 820
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde230 Hornady FMJ-FP 6.3 829
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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Laser Cast SWC 6.5 958overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
Bilde200 Laser Cast SWC 7.0 1049overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
Bilde200 Montana/Lyman 452460 6.5 965overall loaded length (inches): 1.161
Bilde200 Montana/Lyman 452460 7.0 1041overall loaded length (inches): 1.161
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ-C/T 6.3 782overall loaded length (inches): 1.245
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ-C/T 7.0 927overall loaded length (inches): 1.245
Bilde200 Hornady HP/XTP 6.3 829overall loaded length (inches): 1.230
Bilde200 Hornady HP/XTP 7.0 941overall loaded length (inches): 1.230
Bilde200 Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint 7.0 949overall loaded length (inches): 1.200
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 6.3 801overall loaded length (inches): 1.155
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 7.0 944overall 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Sierra JHP or FPJ Match 7.2 616Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde185 Sierra JHP or FPJ Match 7.5 690Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde185 Sierra JHP or FPJ Match 7.8 768Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde185 Sierra JHP or FPJ Match 8.1 850Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde185 Sierra JHP or FPJ Match 8.3 932Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde185 Sierra JHP or FPJ Match 8.6 1010Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde185 Sierra JHP or FPJ Match 8.9 1086Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches; maximum load
Bilde200 Sierra FPJ Match 7.1 844COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde200 Sierra FPJ Match 7.3 881COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde200 Sierra FPJ Match 7.6 920COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde200 Sierra FPJ Match 7.8 961COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde200 Sierra FPJ Match 8.1 1004COAL: 1.155 inches
Bilde200 Sierra FPJ Match 8.3 1037COAL: 1.155 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+.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.7 856start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde200 Jacketed 6.2 922never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde200 Lead 5.6 903start load; min OAL: 1.240
Bilde200 Lead 6.0 970never exceed; min OAL: 1.240
Lee Precision Data
CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde250 MG 45-250 7.7 806group (inches): 2.25
Bilde253 AA 504 253 7.7 831group (inches): 1.5
Bilde250 Speer 250 LSWC 7.7 719group (inches): 2.25
Colt Peacemaker Loads
Source: Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Lead 10.3 1165start load; min. OAL: 1.594
Bilde180 Lead 11.1 1245never exceed; min. OAL: 1.594
Bilde200 Lead 10.5 1088start load; min. OAL: 1.594
Bilde200 Lead 11.3 1164never exceed; min. OAL: 1.594
Bilde230 Jacketed 9.4 968start load; min. OAL: 1.594
Bilde230 Jacketed 10.2 1045never exceed; min. OAL: 1.594
Bilde250 XTP 9.0 919start load; min. OAL: 1.634
Bilde250 XTP 9.6 973never exceed; min. OAL: 1.634
Lee Precision Data
Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde180 Intercast LSWC 10.7 1188starting load
Bilde180 Intercast LSWC 11.5 1283maximum load
Bilde185 Hornady HP/XTP 10.9 1122starting load
Bilde185 Hornady HP/XTP 11.8 1237maximum load
Bilde185 Rainier FN 11.1 1125starting load
Bilde185 Rainier FN 12.1 1257maximum load
Bilde200 Hornady LSWC 10.9 1119starting load
Bilde200 Hornady LSWC 11.6 1194maximum load
Bilde230 Sierra FMJ-Match 9.7 988starting load
Bilde230 Sierra FMJ-Match 10.4 1083maximum load
Bilde250 Hornady HP/XTP 9.2 922starting load
Bilde250 Hornady HP/XTP 9.8 1007maximum load
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 6", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Large Pistol; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 1.279"; COL (in.): 1.594 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 9.0 901sugg. start load; 1.575" OAL
Bilde225 Speer Jacketed HP 10.0 1078max load; 1.575" OAL
Bilde240 Sierra Jacketed HC 8.8 870sugg. start load; 1.575" OAL
Bilde240 Sierra Jacketed HC 9.8 982max load; 1.575" OAL
Bilde250 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 8.5 850sugg. start load; 1.590" OAL
Bilde250 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 9.6 969max load; 1.590" OAL
Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; firearms used: Universal Receiver & Ruger Blackhawk; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde250 Hornady HP-XTP 7.2 622
Bilde250 Hornady HP-XTP 7.5 649
Bilde250 Hornady HP-XTP 7.7 677
Bilde250 Hornady HP-XTP 8.0 707
Bilde250 Hornady HP-XTP 8.3 738maximum 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";
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde185 Hornady Jacketed HP 5.9 863start load; 17,500 psi; 1.060" OAL
Bilde185 Hornady Jacketed HP 6.6 1000max load; 22,400 psii; 1.060" OAL
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 5.3 753start load; 15,400 psi; 1.080" OAL
Bilde200 Speer Jacketed HP 6.0 907max load; 20,900 psi; 1.080" OAL
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 5.0 748start load; 16,900 psi; 1.135" OAL
Bilde230 Speer TMJ 5.6 876max load; 22,400 psi; 1.135" OAL
Bilde200 Lyman Cast #452630 5.2 868start load; 17,000 psi; 1.080" OAL
Bilde200 Lyman Cast #452630 5.8 1007max load; 22,000 psi; 1.080" OAL
Bilde225 Lyman Cast #452374 4.7 821start load; 18,000 psi; 1.135" OAL
Bilde225 Lyman Cast #452374 5.3 928max load; 21,800 psi; 1.135" OAL
Bilde200 Lyman Cast #452460 5.1 898start load; 18,500 psi; 1.030" OAL
Bilde200 Lyman Cast #452460 5.7 986max load; 20,700 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"
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Copper Plated 7.2 1211start load; min OAL: 1.256
Bilde155 Copper Plated 8.0 1322never exceed; min OAL: 1.256
Bilde155 XTP 6.7 1165start load; min OAL: 1.256
Bilde155 XTP 7.6 1286never exceed; min OAL: 1.256
Bilde180 Jacketed 6.0 1024start load; min OAL: 1.256
Bilde180 Jacketed 6.9 1155never exceed; min OAL: 1.256
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.0 904start load; min OAL: 1.256
Bilde200 Jacketed 5.7 1014never exceed; min OAL: 1.256
Lee Precision Data
Large Pistol Primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde145 Lee #401-145-SWC 6.6 1189sugg. start load; 23,600 cup
Bilde145 Lee #401-145-SWC 7.4 1286max load; 29,400 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Data
Cases: Winchester; trim-to length: .982"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; cast bullets used: (sized to .401" dia.) 145 GR Lee #401-145-SWC; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .400"; 1.225" OAL. (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition)
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Speer TMJ FN or GDHP 7.2 1034start charge
Bilde155 Speer TMJ FN or GDHP 8.0 1180maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 7.3 1168
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 7.7 1220
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 8.1 1264maximum load
Bilde180 Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC 5.9 959
Bilde180 Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC 6.3 1005
Bilde180 Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC 6.7 1060
Bilde180 Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC 7.1 1121
Bilde180 Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC 7.5 1165maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets
Gun: Kimber Stainless Target II; barrel length: 5"; case: Starline; primer: Win. Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; COAL: 1.260"; maximum COAL: 1.260"; maximum case length: .992; trim to length: .982.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 6.7 1,177starting load; 26,800 psi
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 7.7 1,299maximum load; 35,700 psi
Bilde180 Speer HP 6.1 1,038starting load; 26,800 psi
Bilde180 Speer HP 6.9 1,167maximum load; 35,700 psi
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ/FP 5.0 890starting load; 26,800 psi
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ/FP 5.8 1,027maximum load; 35,700 psi
Vihtavuori Data - Second Edition
test barrel: 5 1/2; 1 in 16" twist; manufactured to meet CIP minimum dimensions; primers: Winchester WLP; cases: Winchester; trim-to length: .988"; max. bullet diameter: .400"; max. cartridge length: 1.260"; max. shell length: .992"; trim to .985"; OAL (in.) 1.256
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 6.2 1165starting load
Bilde155 Hornady HP-XTP 7.1 1225maximum load
Bilde155 Rainier FP 6.9 1211starting load
Bilde155 Rainier FP 7.6 1266maximum load
Bilde180 Speer HP 5.6 1024starting load
Bilde180 Speer HP 6.4 1089maximum load
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ/FP 4.6 876starting load
Bilde200 Hornady FMJ/FP 5.3 945maximum load
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 5 1/2", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Large Pistol; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 0.988"; COL (in.): 1.256; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde150 Cast #401654 6.7 1124sugg. start load; 1.240" OAL; 22,000 cup
Bilde150 Cast #401654 7.5 1233max load; 1.240" OAL; 28,800 cup
Bilde175 Cast #401043 6.4 1127sugg. start load; 1.260" OAL; 24,200 cup
Bilde175 Cast #401043 7.2 1214max load; 1.260" OAL; 28,300 cup
Bilde175 Cast #401638 6.3 1052sugg. start load; 1.253" OAL; 21,700 cup
Bilde175 Cast #401638 7.1 1190max load; 1.253" OAL; 29,100 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde135 Nosler Jacketed HP 7.5 1177sugg. start load; 1.225" OAL; 19,900 cup
Bilde135 Nosler Jacketed HP 8.4 1343max load; 1.225" OAL; 28,600 cup
Bilde150 Sierra Jacketed HP 6.8 1105sugg. start load; 20,300 cup
Bilde150 Sierra Jacketed HP 7.6 1231max load; 29,100 cup
Bilde155 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 6.8 1058sugg. start load; case: Winchester; 20,700 cup
Bilde155 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 7.6 1212max load; case: Winchester; 29,600 cup
Bilde165 Speer TMJ 6.5 1004sugg. start load; case: Winchester; 17,900 cup
Bilde165 Speer TMJ 7.3 1172max load; case: Winchester; 28,300 cup
Bilde175 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 6.1 997sugg. start load; case: Winchester; 23,300 cup
Bilde175 Winchester Jacketed Silvertip 6.8 1096max load; case: Winchester; 28,800 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)
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde35 Hornady Jacketed V-Max 4.3 1504sugg. start load
Bilde35 Hornady Jacketed V-Max 4.8 1675max load
Bilde40 Hornady Jacketed V-Max 4.3 1533sugg. start load
Bilde40 Hornady Jacketed V-Max 4.8 1731max load
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition
cases: FN; trim-to length: 1.130"; primers: Remington 7 1/2; primer size: Small Rifle; Lyman shell holder: No. 35; firearm used: FN Five-seveN USG; barrel length: 4.75"; twist: 1-9.1"; groove dia.: .222"
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde60 Speer HP 5.9 1425starting load; COL (in.): 1.260; bullet cal.: .312"
Bilde60 Speer HP 7.1 1713maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260; bullet cal.: .312"
Bilde71 Sierra FMJ 5.5 1345starting load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .312"
Bilde71 Sierra FMJ 6.7 1569maximum load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .312"
Bilde74 Lapua FMJ 5.5 1331starting load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .309"
Bilde74 Lapua FMJ 6.6 1546maximum load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .309"
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 4.5 1011starting load; COL (in.): 1.280; bullet cal.: .312"
Bilde90 Sierra JHC 5.7 1329maximum load; COL (in.): 1.280; bullet cal.: .312"
Bilde93 Lapua FMJ 4.7 1122starting load; COL (in.): 1.339; bullet cal.: .309"
Bilde93 Lapua FMJ 5.9 1316maximum load; COL (in.): 1.339; bullet cal.: .309"
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide Edition 6
FOR FIREARMS CHAMBERED FOR THE 7.62X25 TOKAREV CARTRIDGE ONLY; test barrel: 6", 1 in 10" twist; groove calibre: .309"; primers: Large Pistol; cases: Fiocchi 7.63 Mauser, trim-to length: 0.976"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 4.7 1052overall loaded length (inches): 1.070
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 6.1 1395overall loaded length (inches): 1.070
(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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 XTP 5.7 1411start load; min OAL: 1.063
Bilde90 XTP 6.4 1508never exceed; min OAL: 1.063
Bilde100 Jacketed 5.9 1319start load; min OAL: 1.083
Bilde100 Jacketed 6.6 1436never exceed; min OAL: 1.083
Bilde115 Copper Plated 5.1 1175start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde115 Copper Plated 5.6 1245never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde115 XTP 5.5 1224start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde115 XTP 6.1 1327never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde120 Jacketed 5.1 1155start load; min OAL: 1.130
Bilde120 Jacketed 5.7 1234never exceed; min OAL: 1.130
Bilde124 Jacketed 5.3 1158start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde124 Jacketed 5.8 1233never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde124 Lead 4.8 1155start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde124 Lead 5.3 1230never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde124 Copper Plated 4.7 1096start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde124 Copper Plated 5.3 1171never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde145 Lead 4.0 997start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde145 Lead 4.4 1060never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde147 Copper Plated 3.9 909start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde147 Copper Plated 4.2 977never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde147 XTP 4.1 965start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde147 XTP 4.4 1031never exceed; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde150 Jacketed 3.9 919start load; min OAL: 1.130
Bilde150 Jacketed 4.2 981never exceed; min OAL: 1.130
Bilde130 Jacketed 4.4 1079start load; min OAL: 1.142
Bilde130 Jacketed 4.9 1132never exceed; min OAL: min OAL: 1.142
Lee Precision Data
Small pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 4.7 1052
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 5.0 1113
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 5.3 1186
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 5.5 1259
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 5.8 1331
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 6.1 1395maximum 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 5.5 1387starting load; COL (in.): 1.063
Bilde90 Hornady HP-XTP 6.2 1483maximum load; COL (in.): 1.063
Bilde100 Speer HP 5.7 1290starting load; COL (in.): 1.083
Bilde100 Speer HP 6.4 1407maximum load; COL (in.): 1.083
Bilde115 Hornady HP-XTP 5.2 1198starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde115 Hornady HP-XTP 5.9 1301maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde115 Lapua FMJ-RN 4.8 1129starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde115 Lapua FMJ-RN 5.4 1220maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde115 Rainier RN 5.0 1157starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde115 Rainier RN 5.4 1228maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde120 Lapua CEPP 4.5 1070starting load; COL (in.): 1.130
Bilde120 Lapua CEPP 5.2 1211maximum load; COL (in.): 1.130
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 4.7 1136starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Intercast LSWC 5.1 1211maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ/FP 5.3 1139starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Hornady FMJ/FP 5.7 1214maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Rainier RN 4.7 1077starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Rainier RN 5.1 1152maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Lapua FMJ-RN 4.5 1086starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Lapua FMJ-RN 5.1 1181maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde124 Lapua Megashock 4.3 981starting load; COL (in.): 1.130
Bilde124 Lapua Megashock 4.9 1129maximum load; COL (in.): 1.130
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ 4.4 1066starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde130 Sierra FMJ 4.8 1119maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde145 Intercast LRN 3.9 982starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde145 Intercast LRN 4.3 1044maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde147 Hornady HP/XTP 3.9 948starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde147 Hornady HP/XTP 4.3 1015maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde147 Rainier RN 3.8 892starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde147 Rainier RN 4.1 960maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde150 Lapua CEPP 3.8 903starting load; COL (in.): 1.130
Bilde150 Lapua CEPP 4.1 966maximum load; COL (in.): 1.130
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 4", 1 in 10" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: Lapua, trim-to length: 0.748"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Cast #356242 5.2 1201sugg. start load; 23,800 cup; 1.045" OAL
Bilde90 Cast #356242 5.8 1321max load; 31,400 cup; 1.045" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356242 4.0 1047sugg. start load; 27,300 cup; 1.065" OAL; potentially most accurate load
Bilde120 Cast #356242 4.5 1135max load; 31,600 cup; 1.065" OAL
Bilde120 Cast #356402 4.0 986sugg. start load; 23,300 cup; 1.110" OAL; potentially most accurate load
Bilde120 Cast #356402 4.5 1098max load; 30,200 cup; 1.110" OAL
Bilde147 Cast #356637 3.4 894sugg. start load; 25,400 cup; 1.058" OAL
Bilde147 Cast #356637 3.8 954max load; 29,900 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HP 5.2 1161sugg. start load; 24,400 cup; 1.010" OAL
Bilde90 Sierra Jacketed HP 5.8 1300max load; 31,000 cup; 1.010" OAL
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 5.1 1162sugg. start load; 25,200 cup; 1.005" OAL; potentially most accurate load
Bilde95 Sierra FMJ 5.7 1291max load; 32,400 cup; 1.005" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 4.5 999sugg. start load; 24,300 cup; 1.090" OAL
Bilde115 Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP 5.0 1124max load; 30,500 cup; 1.090" OAL
Bilde125 Sierra Jacketed HP 4.0 937sugg. start load; 21,900 cup; 1.075" OAL
Bilde125 Sierra Jacketed HP 4.6 1060max load; 31,200 cup; 1.075" OAL
Bilde147 Speer TMJ 3.9 935sugg. start load; 28,500 cup; 1.115" OAL; potentially most accurate load
Bilde147 Speer TMJ 4.4 1012max load; 32,200 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.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Hornady XTP 6.1 1348overall length (inches): 1.142; group (inches): 2.50
Bilde124 Speer Gold Dot 5.2 1244overall length (inches): 1.140; group (inches): 2.50
in a Browning Hi-Power
Accuracy is for five-shot groups at 25 yards from a solid benchrest. The group was measured from the inside of the most widely spaced bullet holes
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde100 Speer HP 5.9 1363starting load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde100 Speer HP 6.6 1455maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142
Bilde115 Sierra FMJ 5.3 1248starting load
Bilde115 Sierra FMJ 5.9 1314maximum load
Bilde115 Fiocchi FMJHP 5.3 1027starting load
Bilde115 Fiocchi FMJHP 6.2 1342maximum load
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ 4.7 1142starting load
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ 5.2 1194maximum load
Bilde123 Fiocchi FMJTC 4.9 1083starting load
Bilde123 Fiocchi FMJTC 5.7 1306maximum load
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 5 1/2", 1 in 10" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: Tanfoglio, trim-to length: 0.826"; COL (in.): 1.161 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
Bilde
Wt.BulletChargeVelocity (FPS)Remarks
Bilde115 Sierra FMJ 6.3 1395starting load
Bilde115 Sierra FMJ 7.2 1474maximum load
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ 5.9 1261starting load
Bilde123 Lapua FMJ 6.9 1385maximum load
Bilde123 Lapua Megashock 5.7 1254starting load; COL (in.): 1.189
Bilde123 Lapua Megashock 6.5 1373maximum load; COL (in.): 1.189
Bilde130 Rainier RN B 5.7 1202starting load
Bilde130 Rainier RN B 6.3 1315maximum load
Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6
test barrel: 5", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Small Pistol; cases: Winchester, trim-to length: 0.896"; COL (in.): 1.280 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; NOTE: This cartridge is not supported by CIP or SAAMI. The maximum loads do not exceed 300 MPa. USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION!
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