Originally developed for .22 rimfire cartridges but has proven to be very versatile and desirable within all competitive handgun shooting disciplines. The burning speed of this small grain powder is near to N350 and Vectan A0. Reloading data available for all popular handgun cartridges.
| Shape | Color | Perforation | Diameter min | Diameter max | Length/thick. min | Length/thick. max | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cylinder(tubular) | Gold | Yes | 0.52 mm | 0.58 mm | 0.47 mm | 0.87 mm | Vihta Vuori |
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| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 85 | Speer JHP | 4.7 | 1,091 | starting charge; COAL tested: 1.340" |
| 85 | Speer JHP | 5.1 | 1,163 | MAXIMUM charge; COAL tested: 1.340" |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.075"; trim-to length: 1.065"; max cart. OAL: 1.350"; RCBS shell holder: #23; cart. case: Federal; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Ruger Single Six; barrel length: 5.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 4.9 | 953 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 5.1 | 1002 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 5.3 | 1059 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 5.6 | 1115 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 5.8 | 1171 | |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 6.0 | 1223 | |
| using Sierra bullets Gun: Ruger Single-Six Custom; Barrel Length: 6 1/2 inches; Case: Starline; Primer: Winchester Small Pistol; Bullet Diameter: .312 inch; COAL: 1.350 inches; Maximum COAL: 1.350 inches; Maximum Case Length: 1.075 inches; Trim to Length: 1.070 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | Speer SWC | 3.5 | 752 | start charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds; test firearm: S&W M31 3" |
| 98 | Speer SWC | 3.7 | 838 | max charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds; test firearm: S&W M31 3" |
| 100 | Speer JHP | 3.5 | 700 | max charge; DO NOT REDUCE; test firearm: S&W K32 6" |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 This is for the 32 S&W Long and 32 Colt New Police cartridges only. max. case length: 0.920"; trim-to length: 0.910"; max cart. OAL: 1.280"; RCBS shell holder: #23; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 500; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | NEI Keith SWC | 4.5 | 891 | extreme spread: 26; 25-yard group: 1.8 inches |
| Colt Single Action Army (16,000 CUP) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 98 | Speer SWC | 3.8 | 877 | start charge |
| 98 | Speer SWC | 4.3 | 1018 | maximum charge |
| Revolver Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.315"; trim-to length: 1.305"; max cart. OAL: 1.592"; RCBS shell holder: #1; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Bowen Classic Arms Custom Ruger; barrel length: 7.5"; these bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 7.7 | 874 | start charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 8.7 | 1012 | maximum charge |
| Handgun Short Barrel Velocities 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: 2.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP | 9.7 | 1305 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP | 10.8 | 1433 | maximum charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 9.0 | 1035 | start charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 10.2 | 1180 | maximum charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 7.7 | 1093 | start charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 8.7 | 1185 | maximum charge |
| (Handgun) Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.290"; trim-to length: 1.280"; max cart. OAL: 1.590"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: S&W model 19; barrel length: 6"; NOTE: Do not use the 110-grain Gold Dot SB HP (#4009) in the 357 Magnum; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
 | 110 | XTP | 9.5 | 1535 | start load; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 110 | XTP | 10.7 | 1646 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 140 | Jacketed | 8.3 | 1278 | start load; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 140 | Jacketed | 9.3 | 1386 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 145 | Lead | 7.5 | 1269 | start load; min OAL: 1.614 |
| 145 | Lead | 8.5 | 1368 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.614 |
| 158 | Jacketed | 7.4 | 1152 | start load; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 158 | Jacketed | 8.3 | 1254 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 160 | Lead | 7.3 | 1176 | start load; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 160 | Lead | 8.0 | 1273 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.575 |
| 180 | Jacketed | 7.0 | 1013 | start load; min OAL: 1.677 |
| 180 | Jacketed | 7.9 | 1120 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.677 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.4 | 891 | start load; min OAL: 1.697 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 7.2 | 991 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.697 |
| Lee Precision Data Small Pistol Primer. With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Hornady HP/XTP | 10.5 | 1627 | starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 110 | Hornady HP/XTP | 11.6 | 1728 | maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 140 | Speer HP | 9.2 | 1368 | starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 140 | Speer HP | 10.0 | 1467 | maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 145 | Intercast LSWC | 8.4 | 1352 | starting load; OAL (in.): 1.614; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum) |
| 145 | Intercast LSWC | 9.2 | 1443 | maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.614; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum) |
| 158 | Speer HP | 8.2 | 1237 | starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 158 | Speer HP | 9.1 | 1331 | maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 160 | Intercast LFN | 7.8 | 1257 | starting load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 160 | Intercast LFN | 8.5 | 1346 | maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.575 |
| 180 | Speer TMJ | 7.7 | 1102 | starting load; OAL (in.): 1.677; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum) |
| 180 | Speer TMJ | 8.5 | 1201 | maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.677; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum) |
| 200 | Speer TMJ | 7.1 | 974 | starting load; OAL (in.): 1.697; (the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum) |
| 200 | Speer TMJ | 7.9 | 1066 | maximum load; OAL (in.): 1.697; (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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | Copper Plated | 9.5 | 1342 | start load; min OAL: 1.890 |
| 158 | Copper Plated | 11.4 | 1539 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.890 |
| 158 | Barnes X | 10.1 | 1440 | start load; min OAL: 1.890 |
| 158 | Barnes X | 11.3 | 1560 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.890 |
| 160 | Lead | 9.1 | 1455 | start load; min OAL: 1.890 |
| 160 | Lead | 10.9 | 1572 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.890 |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 158 | Hornady FP/XTP | 10.8 | 1512 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.890 |
| 158 | Hornady FP/XTP | 11.3 | 1568 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.890 |
| 158 | Rainier FP | 10.6 | 1460 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.890 |
| 158 | Rainier FP | 11.5 | 1552 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.890 |
| 160 | Intercast LFN | 10.2 | 1526 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.890 |
| 160 | Intercast LFN | 11.1 | 1580 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.890 |
| Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6 test barrel: 12", 1 in 18 1/2" twist; primers: Small Rifle; cases: Remington, trim-to length: 1.598"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95 | Jacketed | 9.1 | 1563 | start load; min OAL: 1.201 |
| 95 | Jacketed | 10.3 | 1752 | never exceed; compressed charge; min OAL: 1.201 |
| 115 | Jacketed | 7.9 | 1387 | start load; min OAL: 1.201 |
| 115 | Jacketed | 8.9 | 1555 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.201 |
| 123 | Megashock | 7.4 | 1300 | start load; min OAL: 1.201 |
| 123 | Megashock | 8.6 | 1486 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.201 |
| 130 | Copper Plated | 7.4 | 1222 | start load; min OAL: 1.201 |
| 130 | Copper Plated | 8.4 | 1358 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.201 |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | Speer GD-HP or TMJ RN | 7.6 | 1200 | start charge |
| 125 | Speer GD-HP or TMJ RN | 8.5 | 1301 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max case length: 0.865"; trim-to length: 0.860"; max cart length: 1.140"; RCBS shellholder: #27; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-16"; test firearm: SIG 229; case: Speer; primers: CCI 500; COL: 1.135"; bullet dia.: 355"; maximum loads should be used with caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP | 8.9 | 1438 | max; compressed load; most accurate load tested |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP | 8.4 | 1349 | |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun JHP | 7.9 | 1276 | |
| (Using Nosler Bullets) Case: Federal; primer: WSP; barrel length/make: 3.9" Sig; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 115 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP - OACL: 1.140"; 124 GR Sporting Handgun Pistol JHP - OACL: 1.120"; maximum OACL: 1.140". Contrary to the cartridge designation, the 357 Sig uses 9mm (.355") bullets. Both the 115 and 124 grain 9mm Sporting Handgun Pistol bullets are suitable for loading in the .357 Sig. Use Maximum Loads with Caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 8.7 | 1539 | starting load |
| 95 | Sierra FMJ | 10.0 | 1686 | maximum load |
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 7.5 | 1365 | starting load |
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 8.6 | 1502 | maximum load |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ-RN | 7.2 | 1287 | starting load |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ-RN | 8.3 | 1431 | maximum load |
| 123 | Lapua Megashock | 7.0 | 1291 | starting load |
| 123 | Lapua Megashock | 8.3 | 1435 | maximum load |
| 130 | Rainier RN B | 7.1 | 1249 | starting load |
| 130 | Rainier RN B | 8.1 | 1330 | maximum 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! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 124 | Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint | 7.6 | 1,200 | |
| 124 | Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint | 8.5 | 1,301 | maximum load |
| Speer Load Data CCI 500 primers and Speer cases used in all test loads. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 140 | Speer 140 JHP | 6.5 | 993 | |
| 125 | Winchester 125 STHP | 7.2 | 1,098 | |
| (.38-44 High Velocity) (Colt Peacemaker Loads) Winchester +P cases used throughout with CCI 450 primers. (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | JHP | 6.9 | 1,061 | maximum load |
| 125 | JSP, GD-HP, JHP, TMJ | 6.8 | 1,037 | maximum load; DO NOT REDUCE |
| Speer Reloading Manual #13 max. case length: 1.155"; trim-to length: 1.145"; max. cart. length: 1.550"; RCBS shellholder: #6; barrel length: 6"; twist: 1-18.75"; test firearm: Smith & Wesson Model 14; case: Speer; primers: CCI 500, 550; for the 147 grain cast bullets: seat to and roll-crimp into the front lube groove; use maximum loads with caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.5 | 990 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.9 | 1071 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.155"; trim-to length: 1.145"; max cart. OAL: 1.550"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; 550; test firearm: S&W Model 14; barrel length: 6"; use maximum loads with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 6.0 | 846 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 6.2 | 890 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 6.5 | 943 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 6.8 | 998 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 7.1 | 1048 | COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.8 | 823 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.0 | 853 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.2 | 890 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.4 | 925 | COAL: 1.450"; +P load |
| 140 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.7 | 955 | COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.0 | 666 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.2 | 689 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.4 | 710 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.6 | 728 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 5.8 | 755 | COAL: 1.450" |
| 158 | Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP | 6.0 | 777 | COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load |
| Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Colt Trooper 38 Special; barrel length: 4-inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .357"; maximum COAL: 1.550"; maximum case length: 1.155"; trim to length: 1.145". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Hornady HP/XTP | 7.3 | 1156 | start load; COL: 1.437" |
| 110 | Hornady HP/XTP | 8.2 | 1308 | max load; COL: 1.437" |
| 124 | Intercast LSWC | 6.3 | 1079 | start load; COL: 1.437" |
| 124 | Intercast LSWC | 7.0 | 1205 | max load; COL: 1.437" |
 | 125 | Hornady FP/XTP | 6.8 | 1045 | start load; COL: 1.437" |
| 125 | Hornady FP/XTP | 7.5 | 1204 | max load; COL: 1.437" |
| 125 | Rainier FP | 6.2 | 1017 | start load; COL: 1.437" |
| 125 | Rainier FP | 7.2 | 1187 | max load; COL: 1.437" |
| 140 | Speer HP | 6.2 | 925 | start load; COL: 1.437" |
| 140 | Speer HP | 7.1 | 1117 | max load; COL: 1.437" |
| 145 | Intercast LSWC | 5.5 | 940 | start load; COL: 1.476" |
| 145 | Intercast LSWC | 6.0 | 1077 | max load; COL: 1.476" |
| 146 | Speer JHP | 5.4 | 863 | start load; COL: 1.378" |
| 146 | Speer JHP | 6.1 | 1018 | max load; COL: 1.378" |
| 158 | Speer HP | 5.9 | 848 | start load; COL: 1.437" |
| 158 | Speer HP | 6.6 | 999 | max load; COL: 1.437" |
| 158 | Rainier FP | 5.6 | 853 | start load; COL: 1.476" |
| 158 | Rainier FP | 6.5 | 1015 | max load; COL: 1.476" |
| 160 | Intercast LFN | 5.3 | 909 | start load; COL: 1.476" |
| 160 | Intercast LFN | 6.2 | 1064 | max 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | XTP | 8.0 | 1266 | start load; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 110 | XTP | 8.0 | 1266 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 124 | Lead | 6.6 | 1137 | start load; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 124 | Lead | 6.8 | 1170 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 125 | Copper Plated | 6.6 | 1096 | start load; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 125 | Copper Plated | 6.9 | 1140 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 140 | Jacketed | 6.6 | 1024 | start load; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 140 | Jacketed | 6.9 | 1064 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.437 |
| 145 | Lead | 5.6 | 990 | start load; min OAL: 1.476 |
| 145 | Lead | 5.9 | 1039 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.476 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 5.7 | 948 | start load; min OAL: 1.378 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 5.9 | 975 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.378 |
| 158 | Copper Plated | 6.1 | 943 | start load; min OAL: 1.476 |
| 158 | Copper Plated | 6.3 | 970 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.476 |
| 160 | Lead | 5.7 | 973 | start load; min OAL: 1.476 |
| 160 | Lead | 6.0 | 1021 | never 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Speer Gold Dot HP SB | 6.5 | 881 | S&W 3-inch |
| 135 | Speer Gold Dot HP SB | 6.5 | 874 | Ruger 3 1/16-inch |
| +P (Max. Pressure Limit 20,000 psi) All loads were fired in a Smith & Wesson Model 36 and a Ruger SP101. Starline cases and CCI 500 primers were used throughout. Cartridge overall length: 1.470 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.9 | 1071 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 7.3 | 1150 | maximum charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 6.8 | 1037 | start charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 7.2 | 1098 | maximum charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 6.0 | 969 | start charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 6.4 | 1007 | maximum charge |
| +P Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.155"; trim-to length: 1.145"; max cart. OAL: 1.550"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: S&W Model 14; barrel length: 6"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | Speer JSP | 7.2 | 1,012 | |
| 158 | Nosler HP | 6.0 | 836 | |
| +P 20,000 Warning! Test gun was a Smith & Wesson Model 14 with a 6-inch barrel. Federal 100 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 28 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | SpeerJacketed Soft Point | 7.2 | 1,024 | |
| 158 | Nosler HP | 6.0 | 841 | |
| +P Data (20,000 psi) Data is safe in any .38 S&W Special revolver that is recommended for +P loads and is in good mechanical condition. Handgun used was a Smith & Wesson .38-44 Outdoorsman with a 6 1/2-inch barrel. Federal 100 primers and Starline cases used throughout. Temperature during testing was 46 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.9 | 903 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 7.3 | 958 | maximum charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 6.0 | 760 | start charge |
| 135 | Speer GDHP SB | 6.4 | 823 | maximum charge |
| +P Short Barrel Velocities Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.155"; trim-to length: 1.145"; max cart. OAL: 1.550"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: S&W Model 15; barrel length: 2"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | XTP | 6.9 | 1112 | start load; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 110 | XTP | 7.7 | 1224 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 124 | Lead | 5.9 | 1034 | start load; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 124 | Lead | 6.6 | 1137 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 125 | Copper Plated | 5.9 | 996 | start load; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 125 | Copper Plated | 6.6 | 1096 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 125 | XTP | 6.3 | 994 | start load; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 125 | XTP | 7.2 | 1115 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 140 | Jacketed | 5.9 | 918 | start load; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 140 | Jacketed | 6.6 | 1010 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 145 | Lead | 5.0 | 910 | start load; min. OAL: 1.476 |
| 145 | Lead | 5.6 | 1001 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.476 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 5.1 | 847 | start load; min. OAL: 1.378 |
| 146 | Jacketed | 5.7 | 932 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.378 |
| 158 | Jacketed | 5.4 | 816 | start load; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 158 | Jacketed | 6.1 | 915 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.437 |
| 158 | Copper Plated | 5.5 | 841 | start load; min. OAL: 1.476 |
| 158 | Copper Plated | 6.1 | 925 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.476 |
| 160 | Lead | 5.1 | 888 | start load; min. OAL: 1.476 |
| 160 | Lead | 5.7 | 978 | NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.476 |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | Speer JSP | 6.8 | 959 | |
| 158 | Sierra JHC | 5.6 | 816 | most accurate 158-grain load |
| 17,000 psi Test gun was a Smith & Wesson Model 14 with a 6 inch barrel. Federal 100 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 28 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.5 | 845 | start charge |
| 110 | Speer UCHP or GDHP SB | 6.9 | 895 | maximum charge |
| 125 | Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN | 6.8 | 1037 | maximum charge; DO NOT REDUCE |
| Short Barrel Velocities Speer Reloading Manual #14 test firearm: S&W M15 2"; use maximum loads with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.8 | 951 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.445 |
| 125 | Sierra JHC | 6.8 | 942 | |
| Standard Loads (Ruger LCR) All loads fired from a Ruger LCR with a 1.875-inch barrel. Winchester +P cases and WSP primers were used throughout. Maximum cartridge length: 1.550 inches; maximum case length: 1.155 inches; case trim-to length: 1.145 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | Jacketed | 7.5 | 1296 | start load; min OAL: 1.276 |
| 115 | Jacketed | 8.4 | 1453 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.276 |
| 115 | Copper Plated | 6.9 | 1280 | start load; min OAL: 1.240 |
| 115 | Copper Plated | 7.9 | 1417 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.240 |
| 115 | XTP | 6.5 | 1263 | start load; min OAL: 1.240 |
| 115 | XTP | 7.9 | 1430 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.240 |
| 124 | Jacketed | 7.1 | 1227 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 124 | Jacketed | 7.7 | 1316 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 124 | Lead | 6.3 | 1237 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 124 | Lead | 7.4 | 1368 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 130 | Jacketed | 6.3 | 1181 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 130 | Jacketed | 7.3 | 1309 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 130 | Copper Plated | 6.3 | 1165 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 130 | Copper Plated | 7.2 | 1286 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 145 | Lead | 5.5 | 1079 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 145 | Lead | 6.3 | 1207 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 147 | Jacketed | 5.6 | 1031 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 147 | Jacketed | 6.3 | 1145 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 147 | Copper Plated | 5.5 | 1037 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 147 | Copper Plated | 6.3 | 1145 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 147 | XTP | 5.9 | 1096 | start load; min OAL: 1.260 |
| 147 | XTP | 6.8 | 1220 | never 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.5 | 1,270 | starting load; OAL: 1.240 in.; 26,100 psi |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 8.0 | 1,436 | maximum load; OAL: 1.240 in. 34,700 psi |
| 124 | Hornady FMJ-FP | 7.2 | 1,267 | starting load; OAL: 1.260 in.; 26,100 psi |
| 124 | Hornady FMJ-FP | 8.0 | 1,411 | maximum load; OAL: 1.260 in.; 34,700 psi |
| 145 | Intercast LRN | 5.6 | 1,085 | starting load; OAL: 1.260 in.; 26,100 psi |
| 145 | Intercast LRN | 6.3 | 1,211 | maximum load; OAL: 1.260 in.; 34,700 psi |
| 147 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.9 | 1,099 | starting load; OAL: 1.260 in.; 26,100 psi |
| 147 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.9 | 1,224 | maximum 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.5 | 1263 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.240 |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.2 | 1347 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240 |
| 115 | Rainier RN | 6.8 | 1280 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.240 |
| 115 | Rainier RN | 7.3 | 1348 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240 |
| 124 | Hornady FMJ-FP | 7.1 | 1227 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 124 | Hornady FMJ-FP | 7.4 | 1271 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 124 | Intercast LSWC | 6.3 | 1237 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 124 | Intercast LSWC | 6.9 | 1302 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 130 | Sierra FMJ | 6.3 | 1181 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 130 | Sierra FMJ | 6.8 | 1245 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 130 | Rainier RN | 6.3 | 1165 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 130 | Rainier RN | 6.8 | 1225 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 145 | Intercast LRN | 5.6 | 1079 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 145 | Intercast LRN | 5.9 | 1143 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 147 | Hornady HP/XTP | 5.9 | 1096 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 147 | Hornady HP/XTP | 6.3 | 1158 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 147 | Rainier RN | 5.6 | 1037 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 147 | Rainier RN | 5.9 | 1091 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 7.4 | 1296 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.276 |
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 7.9 | 1375 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.276 |
| 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 7.5 | 1329 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.180 |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 8.0 | 1405 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.180 |
| 90 | Sierra JHP | 8.5 | 1491 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.180 |
| +P A Kimber Stainless Target II with a 5-inch barrel was used to test fire these loads. Starline cases and Winchester Small Pistol primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .355 and .356 inch; maximum overall loaded length: 1.280 inches; maximum case length: .900 inch; and trim-to length; .895 inch. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 7.0 | 1188 | start charge |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 7.7 | 1323 | maximum charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN , UCSP or GDHP | 6.4 | 1092 | start charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN , UCSP or GDHP | 7.1 | 1198 | maximum charge |
| 147 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FP | 5.2 | 979 | start charge |
| 147 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FP | 6.2 | 1081 | maximum charge |
| +P Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.900"; trim-to length: 0.890"; max cart. OAL: 1.280"; RCBS shell holder: #39; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Colt 38 Super; barrel length: 5"; NOTE: 125-grain Speer SIG GDHP or SIG TMJ FN may also be used in the 124-grain loads; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 7.8 | 1341 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.260 |
| 147 | Hornady XTP-HP | 6.2 | 1095 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.260 |
| +P in a Kimber 1911 The .38 Super Auto +P Kimber Team Match's maximum case length: .900 inch; trim-to length: .890 inch; primer: CCI 500 or Winchester SP. A Winchester Small Pistol primer can also be used. Starline cases used in all loads, and all handguns have barrel lengths of 5 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 7.8 | 1,341 | OAL: 1.280 |
| 147 | Hornady XTP HP | 6.2 | 1,095 | OAL: 1.280 |
| +P Loads All loads were fired in a Kimber 1911 with a 5-inch barrel. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 147 | Cast #356637 | 5.4 | 1024 | sugg. start load; 27,700 cup; 1.224" OAL |
| 147 | Cast #356637 | 6.0 | 1092 | max load; 32,200 cup; 1.224" OAL |
 | 158 | Cast #358311 | 5.2 | 957 | sugg. start load; 24,400 cup; 1.245" OAL |
| 158 | Cast #358311 | 5.8 | 1058 | max load; 31,300 cup; 1.245" OAL |
| Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355" | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol | 8.0 | 1,374 | maximum load |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol | 7.5 | 1,313 | |
| 115 | Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol | 7.0 | 1,252 | most accurate load tested |
| 135 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Practical Pistol | 7.0 | 1,203 | maximum load |
| 135 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Practical Pistol | 6.5 | 1,134 | |
| 135 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Practical Pistol | 6.0 | 1,065 | most accurate load tested |
| Handgun Data (Using Nosler Bullets) handgun: barrel: Springfield 1911-A1; length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; case: Winchester; primer: Win. WSP; maximum SAAMI overall cartridge length: 1.220" min., 1.280" max.; use maximum loads with caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 124 | Hornady FMJFN | 7.8 | 1,472 | Vihtavuori reloading guide velocities |
| 124 | Hornady FMJFN | 7.8 | 1,325 | |
| 124 | Hornady FMJFN | 8.4 | 1,423 | |
| 124 | Speer TMJ | 8.0 | 1,509 | Vihtavuori reloading guide velocities |
| 124 | Speer TMJ | 8.0 | 1,342 | |
| 124 | Speer TMJ | 8.4 | 1,429 | |
| 135 | Bull-X FMJTC | 8.0 | 1,324 | |
| in a CWC 5-inch barrel | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 124 | Hornady FMJFN | 7.8 | 1,329 | |
| 124 | Hornady FMJFN | 8.4 | 1,432 | |
| 124 | Speer TMJ | 8.0 | 1,354 | |
| 124 | Speer TMJ | 8.4 | 1,434 | |
| 135 | Bull-X FMJTC | 8.0 | 1,348 | |
| in a Wilson 5.5-inch barrel | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Lapua FMJ | 7.3 | 1243 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.240 |
| 115 | Lapua FMJ | 8.0 | 1361 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.240 |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ | 7.3 | 1220 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ | 8.0 | 1319 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 130 | Sierra FMJ | 7.1 | 1181 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| 130 | Sierra FMJ | 7.7 | 1285 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.260 |
| Lapua (Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6) Warning! Notes: 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! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 124 | Hornady FMJ | 8.4 | 1,442 | Level IV Load |
| 135 | Nosler FMJ | 8.0 | 1,348 | Level IV Load |
| Load Data Warning: Level IV loads should be used only in guns with full-support barrels. They must not be fired in standard factory barrels made by Colt and others. These loads are for modern guns in excellent condition chambered for the .38 Super cartridge and should not be fired in guns originally chambered for the .38 Auto. All loads are safe in the author's guns but all powder charges listed for Levels III and IV loads should be reduced by 10 and 20 percent, respectively, for starting loads in other guns. Remington nickel-plated cases were used in all loads. Winchester WSP primers were used in Levels I, II and III loads; Winchester WSR primers were used in Level IV loads. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 124 | cast RCBS 9mm-124-RN | 6.5 | 1143 | |
| 125 | Sierra JHP | 6.5 | 1069 | |
| 145 | cast Oregon Trail roundnose | 5.9 | 1079 | |
| 147 | Speer JHP | 5.9 | 986 | |
| U.S. Fire Arms Model 1911 U.S. Fire Arms Model 1911 with a 5-inch barrel. Chronographing done with an Oehler Model 35P with start screen at approximately 6 feet. All handloads used Starline brass and Winchester Small Pistol primers. RCBS bullet 9mm-124-RN was cast of Linotype, sized .357 inch and lubed with SPG. Oregon Trail 145-grain cast bullets were sized .356 inch. Jacketed bullets were .355 inch. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 9.0 | 642 | Do Not Reduce |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 9.5 | 712 | |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 10.0 | 782 | |
| 180 | Hornady HP-XTP | 10.5 | 852 | maximum load |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 9.5 | 754 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 10.0 | 856 | maximum load |
| Revolver Using Hornady Bullets Gun: USFA Single Action Army Pre-War; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; 155, 180 & 200 GR HP-XTP COAL: 1.590"; 180 GR Oregon Trail Laser Cast RNFP & RCBS 40-180-CM COAL: 1.575"; maximum COAL: 1.590"; maximum case length: 1.305"; trim to length: 1.295". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 | Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP | 6.6 | 841 | start charge |
| 180 | Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP | 7.2 | 960 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.850"; trim-to length: 0.840"; max cart. OAL: 1.135"; RCBS shell holder: #27; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Smith & Wesson M4006; barrel length: 4"; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: These loads were developed and tested for safe use in HANDGUNS. Not all loads may be suitable for use in a carbine or rifle chambered for this cartridge. If loading for a carbine or rifle, choose from among the loads developing the highest handgun velocities and load just a few rounds. Thoroughly test this small sample in your firearm in slow-fire mode, insuring that you achieve proper feeding and ejection. Be certain that all bullets exit the barrel; watching the target for each bullet strike is the best way to know that the load produces sufficient gas volume for a longer barrel. Use maximum loads with CAUTION. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Copper Plated | 7.5 | 1154 | start load; min. OAL: 1.126 |
| 155 | Copper Plated | 8.5 | 1293 | NEVER EXCEED; compressed load; min. OAL 1.126 |
| 155 | XTP | 7.3 | 1169 | start load; min. OAL: 1.126 |
| 155 | XTP | 8.1 | 1286 | NEVER 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 170 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 1019 | start load; min. OAL: 1.126 |
| 170 | Jacketed | 7.0 | 1165 | NEVER 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 180 | Jacketed Bullet | 5.8 | 967 | start load; min. OAL: 1.126 |
| 180 | Jacketed Bullet | 6.8 | 1115 | NEVER 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Jacketed | 5.1 | 857 | start load; min. OAL: 1.126 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.0 | 988 | NEVER 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 180 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 7.2 | 960 | maximum load |
| 180 | Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP | 6.6 | 841 | |
| Speer Reloading Manual #13 max. case length: 0.850"; trim-to length: 0.840"; max. cart. length: 1.135"; RCBS shellholder: #27; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-16"; test firearm: Smith & Wesson Model 4006; case: Speer; primers: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .400"; use maximum loads with caution; SAFETY NOTICE Some pistols chambered for the 40 S&W cartridge may not provide complete support of the case head. If this condition exists, normal pressure loads such as those shown here can cause the case wall to bulge or rupture at the unsupported point. Contact your firearm manufacturer to determine if your pistol completely supports the case head, or ask a gunsmith to inspect your pistol before using it with ANY ammunition. It is the gun owner's responsibility to know his firearm and its capabilities and limitations. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 7.3 | 951 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 7.6 | 990 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 7.8 | 1035 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 8.1 | 1080 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 8.4 | 1123 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 8.6 | 1166 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 8.9 | 1211 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 9.1 | 1256 | |
| 135 | Sierra JHP | 9.4 | 1297 | maximum load |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 6.5 | 886 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 6.8 | 929 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 7.1 | 980 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 7.5 | 1030 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 7.8 | 1080 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 8.1 | 1130 | |
| 150 | Sierra JHP | 8.4 | 1173 | maximum load |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 6.1 | 854 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 6.4 | 896 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 6.7 | 946 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 7.1 | 995 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 7.4 | 1044 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 7.7 | 1094 | |
| 165 | Sierra JHP | 8.0 | 1137 | maximum load |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 6.1 | 901 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 6.4 | 931 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 6.7 | 966 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 6.9 | 1000 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 7.2 | 1034 | |
| 180 | Sierra JHP | 7.5 | 1067 | maximum load |
| Using Sierra Bullets Notes: Gun: Glock Model 22; barrel length: 4.35"; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; 135 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; 150 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; 165 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; 180 GR Sierra JHP COAL: 1.125"; maximum COAL: 1.135"; maximum case length: .850"; trim to length: .845". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 135 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.3 | 1171 | starting load |
| 135 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.6 | 1210 | maximum load |
| 135 | Nosler HP | 8.3 | 1322 | starting load |
| 135 | Nosler HP | 8.6 | 1367 | maximum load |
| 155 | Rainier FP | 7.6 | 1178 | starting load |
| 155 | Rainier FP | 7.9 | 1216 | maximum load |
| 165 | PMC TC-FMJ | 7.3 | 1125 | starting load |
| 165 | PMC TC-FMJ | 7.5 | 1166 | maximum load |
| 170 | Hornady HP | 6.0 | 1056 | starting load |
| 170 | Hornady HP | 6.3 | 1093 | maximum load |
| 180 | Speer HP | 5.9 | 994 | starting load |
| 180 | Speer HP | 6.2 | 1035 | maximum load |
| 180 | Fiocchi LTC | 5.4 | 948 | starting load |
| 180 | Fiocchi LTC | 6.1 | 1049 | maximum load |
| 200 | Speer TMJ | 5.1 | 869 | starting load |
| 200 | Speer TMJ | 5.4 | 909 | maximum 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! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | XTP | 13.2 | 1386 | start load; min OAL: 1.602 |
| 200 | XTP | 15.0 | 1506 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.602 |
| 240 | Jacketed | 11.6 | 1185 | start load; min OAL: 1.602 |
| 240 | Jacketed | 13.2 | 1309 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.602 |
| 267 | Lead | 11.4 | 1127 | start load; min OAL: 1.681 |
| 267 | Lead | 13.1 | 1276 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.681 |
| 300 | Jacketed | 9.6 | 968 | start load; min OAL: 1.717 |
| 300 | Jacketed | 11.1 | 1081 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.717 |
| Lee Precision Data Large pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 13.7 | 1421 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.602 |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP | 15.2 | 1515 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.602 |
| 240 | Hornady JTC-SIL | 12.0 | 1220 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.602 |
| 240 | Hornady JTC-SIL | 13.3 | 1318 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.602 |
| 267 | Intercast LFN | 11.9 | 1198 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.681; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum |
| 267 | Intercast LFN | 13.2 | 1284 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.681; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum |
| 300 | Hornady HP-XTP | 10.3 | 1010 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.717; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum |
| 300 | Hornady HP-XTP | 11.4 | 1102 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.717; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum |
| 300 | Sierra JSP | 10.0 | 1001 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.717; the cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum |
| 300 | Sierra JSP | 11.2 | 1089 | maximum 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 300 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP | 11.0 | 1078 | max; most accurate load tested |
| 300 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP | 10.5 | 1024 | |
| 300 | Nosler Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP | 10.0 | 970 | |
| Handgun Using 300 GR Nosler Bullets Handgun; case: Winchester; primer: WLP; barrel length/make: 8.25" Douglas; twist: 1-20"; bullets: 300 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Revolver JHP; OACL: 1.580"; maximum OACL: 1.610". Use Maximum Loads with Caution | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Hornady XTP-HP | 10.5 | 987 | |
| Midrange Loads All Smith & Wesson Models 29, 629 and 329PD. A Smith & Wesson (pre-29) .44 Magnum revolver with a 6 1/2-inch barrel used to test loads. CCI 300 primers used throughout, along with Winchester and Starline cases. Maximum case length: 1.285 inches; trim-to length: 1.275 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Hornady XTP-HP | 10.5 | 1,061 | |
| Midrange Loads in a Ruger Super The Ruger Super Blackhawk has a barrel length of 7 1/2 inches. Standard Large Pistol (CCI 300 and Federal 150) primers used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Hornady XTP-HP | 10.5 | 963 | |
| Midrange Loads in an S&W The Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 has a 4-inch barrel. Standard Large Pistol (CCI 300 and Federal 150) primers used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 | Hornady XTP | 8.5 | 995 | group: 1.25 inches |
| 240 | Nosler JHP | 8.5 | 1,005 | group: 2.0 inches |
| 200 | Speer JHP | 8.5 | 982 | group: 2.0 inches |
| 180 | Hornady XTP | 10.5 | 1,163 | group: 2.0 inches |
| 247.5 | Lyman 424383 roundnose | 8.5 | 1,021 | group: 2.0 inches |
| 230 | Lyman 429434 | 8.5 | 1,049 | group: 3.0 inches |
| 200 | RCBS 44-200-FN | 8.5 | 1,060 | group: 2.0 inches |
| Warning! Notes Loads fired from a 4 3/4-inch barrel. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Hornady 240 XTP | 8.5 | 995 | group (inches): 1.25 |
| 240 | Nosler 240 JHP | 8.5 | 1,005 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 200 | Speer 200 JHP | 8.5 | 982 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| (4-3/4-inch barrel) (Colt Peacemaker Loads) SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 180 | Hornady 180 XTP | 10.5 | 1,163 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 250 | RCBS 44-250-KT | 8.5 | 998 | group (inches): SC |
| 250 | Lyman 424383 RN | 8.5 | 1,021 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 215 | Lyman 429434 | 8.5 | 1,049 | group (inches): 3.0 |
| 200 | RCBS 44-200-FN | 8.5 | 1,060 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 240 | Bull-X 240 SWC | 8.5 | 1,082 | group (inches): SC |
| (Colt Peacemaker Loads) SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Speer Mag JHP or Mag JSP | 7.6 | 719 | start charge |
| 240 | Speer Mag JHP or Mag JSP | 8.5 | 813 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.160"; trim-to length: 1.150"; max cart. OAL: 1.615"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Cimarron SAA; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: The 200-grain FN & CM, the 225-grain SWC GC and the 250-grain K bullets were cast in RCBS moulds. RCBS crimp-on gas checks used for the 225-grain SWC GC bullets. Maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Rim Rock SWC-HP w/gc | 8.0 | 931 | |
| 240 | Rim Rock SWC-HP w/gc | 8.5 | 980 | |
| using Rim Rock bullets Warning! A Ruger Blackhawk, Clements Custom No. 5 with a 5 1/2-inch Douglas Premium barrel was used to test-fire these loads. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .430 inch; maximum case length: 1.160 inches; trim-to length : 1.150 inches. Overall loaded length: 1.540 inches. Source: Handloader Magazine issue #298. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 240 | Rim Rock SWC-HP w/gc | 9.0 | 1055 | |
| +P data (using Rim Rock bullets) Warning! These handloads generate +P pressures and exceed SAAMI guidelines for the .44 Special that are currently established at 15,500 psi. These loads should ONLY BE USED IN Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target/Model 24, Ruger New Model Blackhawk, Freedom Arms Model 97 and guns designed to handle pressures up to 25,000 psi. A Ruger Blackhawk, Clements Custom No. 5 with a 5 1/2-inch Douglas Premium barrel was used to test-fire these loads. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .430 inch; maximum case length: 1.160 inches; trim-to length: 1.150 inches. Overall loaded length: 1.540 inches. Source: Handloader Magazine issue #298. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 8.5 | 998 | |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 9.0 | 1,047 | |
| in a Colt SAA (22,000 psi or less) A Colt Single Action Army with 7 1/2-inch barrel used to test these loads. Winchester cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout, except Federal 155 Magnums used with IMR-4227 and H-4227 powders. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 8.5 | 974 | |
| 250 | Lyman 429421 Keith | 9.0 | 1,024 | |
| in a Freedom Arms Model 1997 (22,000 psi or less) A Freedom Arms Model 1997 with 4 1/4-inch barrel used to test fire these loads. Winchester cases and CCI 300 used in all loads, except Federal 155 Magnum used with IMR-4227 and H-4227 powders. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | Speer 200 HP | 11.0 | 968 | group (inches): 3.0 |
| 200 | Nosler 200 HP | 11.0 | 940 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 210 | Sierra 210 JHC | 11.0 | 1,049 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 200 | RCBS 44-200-FN | 11.0 | 1,106 | group (inches): 2.25 |
| 200 | MG 44-200 | 11.0 | 1,049 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 200 | SAECO 200 | 11.8 | 1,033 | group (inches): 2.0 |
| 190 | Bull-X 190 SWC | 11.0 | 1,081 | group (inches): 2.75 |
| Colt Peacemaker Loads SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 204 | Lyman cast 427098 | 10.5 | 915 | extreme spread (fps): 48 |
| 204 | Lyman cast 427098 | 11.0 | 965 | extreme spread (fps): 68 |
| 13,000 CUP Sixgun Loads A Colt Frontier Six Shooter with a 7 1/2-inch barrel was used in developing the load data. Winchester Large Pistol primers and Starline cases were used throughout. Temperature during testing was 40 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 8.1 | 804 | start charge |
| 185 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 9.0 | 915 | maximum charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN, TMJ Match SWC or GDHP | 7.3 | 769 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN, TMJ Match SWC or GDHP | 8.2 | 910 | maximum charge |
| 225 | Speer Colt JHP | 7.2 | 730 | start charge |
| 225 | Speer Colt JHP | 8.0 | 840 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.898"; trim-to length: 0.888"; max cart. OAL: 1.275"; RCBS shell holder: #3; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: SIG P220; barrel length: 4.4"; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: These loads were developed and tested for safe use in HANDGUNS. Not all loads may be suitable for use in a carbine or rifle chambered for this cartridge. If loading for a carbine or rifle, choose from among the loads developing the highest handgun velocities and load just a few rounds. Thoroughly test this small sample in your firearm in slow-fire mode, insuring that you achieve proper feeding and ejection. Be certain that all bullets exit the barrel; watching the target for each bullet strike is the best way to know that the load produces sufficient gas volume for a longer barrel. NOTE: Do not use the 230-GR TMJ RN loads with Gold Dot HP; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 8.3 | 629 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 8.7 | 692 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 9.0 | 758 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 9.4 | 827 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 9.7 | 896 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 10.1 | 962 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 185 | Sierra JHP or FPJ Match | 10.4 | 1026 | Sierra JHP COAL: 1.212 inches; Sierra FPJ Match COAL: 1.155 inches; maximum load |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 8.0 | 740 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 8.3 | 773 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 8.6 | 808 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 8.8 | 845 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 9.1 | 883 | COAL: 1.155 inches |
| 200 | Sierra FPJ Match | 9.4 | 916 | COAL: 1.155 inches; maximum load |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 7.6 | 723 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 7.9 | 772 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 8.2 | 833 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 8.5 | 894 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches |
| 230 | Sierra FMJ Match or JHP | 8.8 | 941 | Sierra FMJ Match COAL: 1.270 inches; Sierra JHP COAL: 1.210 inches; maximum load |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 7.7 | 767 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.0 | 820 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.3 | 883 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.5 | 946 | COAL: 1.200 inches |
| 240 | Sierra JHC | 8.8 | 998 | COAL: 1.200 inches; maximum load |
| Revolver Handloading Data +P+ (using Sierra bullets) Gun: Ruger New Model Blackhawk; Barrel Length: 5.5 inches; Case: Starline; Primer: Federal 150; Bullet Diameter: .451 inch and .452 inch (Sierra bullets: .4515 inch); Maximum COAL: 1.275 inches; Maximum Case Length: .898 inch; Trim to Length: .888 inch. WARNING: Many of the maximum loads in the accompanying data (developed in the Sierra lab) exceed both of these pressure guidelines. They were developed for large frame revolvers ONLY, such as the Ruger Blackhawk and Freedom Arms Model 83, or revolvers with similar strength. As a result, these loads are rated as +P+. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255 | Lyman 454190 | 11.5 | 1,037 | barrel (inches): 5 1/2 |
| Cast Bullets For postwar Colt, Ruger and S&W's only. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | MG 45-250 | 10.5 | 983 | |
| 253 | AA 504 253 | 9.0 | 874 | group (inches): 2.25 |
| 253 | AA 504 253 | 10.5 | 1,023 | |
| 240 | AA 508 240 | 9.0 | 841 | group (inches): 2.25 |
| 240 | AA 508 240 | 10.5 | 971 | group (inches): 1.5 |
| 229 | AA 503B 229 | 9.0 | 956 | group (inches): 1.75 |
| 175 | AA 507 175 | 9.0 | 956 | |
| 250 | Speer 250 LSWC | 9.0 | 818 | group (inches): 1.25 |
| 200 | Speer 200 JHP | 10.5 | 933 | |
| 300 | Speer 300 | 9.0 | 650 | group (inches): 3.5 |
| Colt Peacemaker Loads Source: Loading the Peacemaker - Dave Scovill | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Oregon Trail RNFP | 11.5 | 1029 | rounds per pound: 609 |
| Economical Midrange Loads firearm used: Ruger Blackhawk; suitable for all smokeless-era revolvers; primer: CCI 300; case: Starline; barrel length: 6" (except where otherwise specified in remarks) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | MG | 10.0 | 892.4 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 10.0 | 858.3 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 10.0 | 875.5 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | MG | 10.0 | 884.0 | primer: Federal 150; 877.6 fps |
| 250 | Bull-X | 10.0 | 877.8 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 10.0 | 848.7 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 10.0 | 866.4 | primer: Federal 150 |
| 250 | Bull-X | 10.0 | 869.0 | primer: Federal 150; 865.5 fps |
| Cimarron | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Hornady XTP-HP | 12.0 | 1,009 | |
| Freedom Arms Model 1997 Warning! Many loads exceed SAAMI maximum pressures for the .45 Colt. They are ONLY safe in Ruger and Freedom Arms revolvers. Notes: Barrel length: 3 1/2 inches. Starline cases and CCI 300 and 350 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 85 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Speer LSWC | 10.5 | 889 | start charge |
| 250 | Speer LSWC | 11.5 | 1012 | maximum charge |
| 260 | Speer JHP | 10.4 | 875 | maximum charge; DO NOT REDUCE |
| Handgun Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.600"; RCBS shell holder: #20; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Colt Single Action Army; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: the 255 SWC, 225 CAV & 230 CM bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 11.0 | 994 | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 11.5 | 1038 | |
| in a Ruger New Model Blackhawk These loads exceed industry pressure guidelines and should be used ONLY in modern guns intended to handle pressures of 23,000 psi. All loads were fired in a Ruger New Model Blackhawk .45 (.357 Blackhawk frame) with a 5 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and Winchester Large Pistol primers were used throughout. Cartridge overall loaded length: 1.650 inches. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 10.6 | 869 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.576; potentially the most accurate powder with that bullet |
| 250 | Nosler JHP | 10.5 | 860 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.600 |
| 250 | Nosler JHP | 11.0 | 915 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.600; potentially the most accurate powder with that bullet |
| 263 | SSK cast 270-451 | 10.5 | 922 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.658; potentially the most accurate powder with that bullet |
| in a Ruger New Model Blackhawk (Std. Pressure 14,000 psi) Loads fired in a 5 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing ranged from 70 to 92 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 285 | RCBS 45-270-SAA cast | 11.0 | 1,020 | maximum |
| Load Data ( 14,000 psi) primer: CCI 300 | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Nosler JHP | 11.0 | 885 | |
| New Frontier Handloads All loads fired from a 4 3/4-inch barreled Colt New Frontier. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers used throughout. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 250 | Oregon Trail Cast RNFP | 11.5 | 1,003 | |
| 255 | Lyman 454190 cast | 11.5 | 1,023 | |
| 260 | Speer JHP | 11.0 | 904 | |
| Ruger New Vaquero All loads fired from the 4 5/8-inch barrel of a Ruger New Vaquero .45 Colt. Winchester cases and Federal 150 primers used throughout. Temperature during testing was 30 degrees Fahrenheit. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | Speer TMJ FN | 8.0 | 919 | start charge |
| 185 | Speer TMJ FN | 8.6 | 1011 | max charge |
| 185 | Speer GDHP | 7.7 | 881 | start charge |
| 185 | Speer GDHP | 8.4 | 1018 | max charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN | 7.4 | 863 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer TMJ FN | 8.0 | 963 | max charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 6.8 | 811 | start charge |
| 200 | Speer GDHP | 7.2 | 863 | max charge |
| Speer Handgun Data Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.760"; trim-to length: 0.750"; max cart. OAL: 1.137"; RCBS Shell Holder: #3; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Glock Model 37; barrel length: 4.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | XTP | 15.0 | 1616 | start load; min OAL: 1.516 |
| 185 | XTP | 16.8 | 1795 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.516 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 14.6 | 1585 | start load; min OAL: 1.516 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 16.0 | 1726 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.516 |
| 230 | Jacketed | 13.4 | 1404 | start load; min OAL: 1.555 |
| 230 | Jacketed | 14.9 | 1545 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.555 |
| 250 | XTP | 11.9 | 1249 | start load; min OAL: 1.504 |
| 250 | XTP | 13.8 | 1427 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.504 |
| Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 185 | Hornady HP/XTP | 14.0 | 1662 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.516 |
| 185 | Hornady HP/XTP | 15.9 | 1750 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.516 |
| 200 | Speer TMJ-SWC | 14.0 | 1598 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.516 |
| 200 | Speer TMJ-SWC | 15.4 | 1683 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.516 |
 | 230 | Hornady FMJ-RN | 12.7 | 1344 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.555 |
| 230 | Hornady FMJ-RN | 14.2 | 1478 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.555 |
| 250 | Hornady HP/XTP | 11.6 | 1160 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.504 |
| 250 | Hornady HP/XTP | 12.8 | 1314 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.504 |
| Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6 test barrel: 12", 1 in 16" twist; primers: Large Pistol; cases: Winchester, trim-to length: 1.192"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | XTP | 17.6 | 1752 | start load; min OAL: 1.642 |
| 185 | XTP | 21.0 | 1962 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.642 |
| 225 | Jacketed | 16.8 | 1558 | start load; min OAL: 1.681 |
| 225 | Jacketed | 19.6 | 1719 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.681 |
| 250 | XTP | 15.6 | 1437 | start load; min OAL: 1.685 |
| 250 | XTP | 18.2 | 1601 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.685 |
| 300 | Jacketed | 15.2 | 1296 | start load; min OAL: 1.752 |
| 300 | Jacketed | 17.0 | 1414 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.752 |
| Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Rifle primer. NOTE: Industry standard cup pressure is 53,000. Some of the hard core bullet loads exceed this value. Use maximum loads with caution. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 185 | Hornady HP/XTP | 17.6 | 1742 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.642; crimping is done over the bullet ogive |
| 185 | Hornady HP/XTP | 21.0 | 1929 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.642; crimping is done over the bullet ogive |
| 225 | Speer HP | 16.8 | 1555 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.681 |
| 225 | Speer HP | 19.6 | 1716 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.681 |
| 250 | Hornady HP/XTP | 15.6 | 1434 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.685 |
| 250 | Hornady HP/XTP | 18.2 | 1598 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.685 |
| 300 | Speer Plated HP | 15.3 | 1299 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.752 |
| 300 | Speer Plated HP | 17.0 | 1421 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.752 |
| Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 6 test barrel: 9 1/2", 1 in 24" twist; primers: Small Rifle; cases: Freedom Arms, trim-to length: 1.311"; loads less than minimum charges shown are not recommended; USE MAXIMUM LOADS WITH CAUTION! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 155 | Copper Plated | 8.2 | 1224 | start load; min OAL: 1.256 |
| 155 | Copper Plated | 9.0 | 1345 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.256 |
| 155 | XTP | 7.2 | 1178 | start load; min OAL: 1.256 |
| 155 | XTP | 8.6 | 1316 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.256 |
| 180 | Jacketed | 6.6 | 1093 | start load; min OAL: 1.256 |
| 180 | Jacketed | 7.8 | 1201 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.256 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 5.9 | 948 | start load; min OAL: 1.256 |
| 200 | Jacketed | 6.8 | 1073 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.256 |
| Lee Precision Data Large Pistol Primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 165 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 8.3 | 1091 | start charge |
| 165 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 9.2 | 1228 | maximum charge |
| 180 | Speer TMJ FN or GDHP | 9.0 | 1027 | start charge |
| 180 | Speer TMJ FN or GDHP | 10.0 | 1150 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.992"; trim-to length: 0.982"; max cart. OAL: 1.260"; RCBS shell holder: #27; cart. case: Hornady; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Smith & Wesson M1006; barrel length: 5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Hornady HP-XTP | 8.4 | 1156 | |
| 155 | Hornady HP-XTP | 8.8 | 1215 | |
| 155 | Hornady HP-XTP | 9.3 | 1264 | maximum load |
| 180 | Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC | 6.9 | 986 | |
| 180 | Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC | 7.3 | 1033 | |
| 180 | Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC | 7.7 | 1080 | |
| 180 | Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC | 8.1 | 1142 | |
| 180 | Hornady HAP, HP-XTP, FMJ-FP ENC | 8.5 | 1191 | maximum load |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP or HAP | 6.3 | 934 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP or HAP | 6.6 | 969 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP or HAP | 7.0 | 1018 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP or HAP | 7.4 | 1059 | |
| 200 | Hornady HP-XTP or HAP | 7.8 | 1092 | maximum load |
| Using Hornady Bullets Gun: Kimber Stainless Target II; barrel length: 5"; case: Starline; primer: Win. Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .400"; COAL: 1.260"; maximum COAL: 1.260"; maximum case length: .992; trim to length: .982. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.3 | 1,193 | starting load; 26,800 psi |
| 155 | Hornady HP-XTP | 8.8 | 1,330 | maximum load; 35,700 psi |
| 180 | Speer HP | 6.8 | 1,104 | starting load; 26,800 psi |
| 180 | Speer HP | 7.9 | 1,212 | maximum load; 35,700 psi |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ/FP | 6.0 | 967 | starting load; 26,800 psi |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ/FP | 6.9 | 1,084 | maximum 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 155 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.6 | 1178 | starting load |
| 155 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.9 | 1247 | maximum load |
| 155 | Rainier FP | 7.8 | 1224 | starting load |
| 155 | Rainier FP | 8.6 | 1284 | maximum load |
| 180 | Speer HP | 6.1 | 1093 | starting load |
| 180 | Speer HP | 7.2 | 1147 | maximum load |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ/FP | 5.4 | 955 | starting load |
| 200 | Hornady FMJ/FP | 6.3 | 1014 | maximum 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 175 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 7.2 | 968 | sugg. start load; case: Winchester; 20,800 cup |
| 175 | Winchester Jacketed Silvertip | 8.0 | 1128 | max load; case: Winchester; 28,600 cup |
| 180 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 7.1 | 990 | sugg. start load; 20,700 cup |
| 180 | Sierra Jacketed HP | 7.9 | 1120 | max load; 27,800 cup |
| 190 | Sierra Jacketed FP | 6.9 | 936 | sugg. start load; 19,300 cup |
| 190 | Sierra Jacketed FP | 7.7 | 1079 | max load; 28,100 cup |
| 200 | Hornady Jacketed HP | 6.4 | 924 | sugg. start load; 21,000 cup |
| 200 | Hornady Jacketed HP | 7.2 | 1041 | max load; 27,600 cup |
| Handgun Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Norma (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .982"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .400"; 1.250" OAL (except where otherwise specified in remarks) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 71 | Sierra FMJ | 6.0 | 1352 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .312" |
| 71 | Sierra FMJ | 7.6 | 1616 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .312" |
| 74 | Lapua FMJ | 5.9 | 1322 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .309" |
| 74 | Lapua FMJ | 7.6 | 1569 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.299; bullet cal.: .309" |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 5.2 | 1116 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.280; bullet cal.: .312" |
| 90 | Sierra JHC | 6.6 | 1366 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.280; bullet cal.: .312" |
| 93 | Lapua FMJ | 5.1 | 1146 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.339; bullet cal.: .309" |
| 93 | Lapua FMJ | 7.1 | 1370 | maximum 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! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 5.6 | 1051 | start charge |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 6.4 | 1137 | maximum charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 5.2 | 849 | start charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 5.8 | 1037 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.905"; trim-to length: 0.900"; max cart. OAL: 1.300"; RCBS shell holder: #16; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Star "Super"; barrel length: 5.25"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 147 | Hornady HPBT-XTP | 4.2 | 879 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.100 |
| 147 | Hornady HPBT-XTP | 5.0 | 1023 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.100 |
| (147 GR) Handload Data A 5-inch barreled Kimber Model 1911 Team Match II was used to shoot all loads in Starline cases with Winchester Small Pistol primers. SAAMI minimum cartridge overall length: 1.000 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.169 inches; maximum case length: .754 inch; trim to length: .744 inch. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.0 | 976 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.075 |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.8 | 1326 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.075 |
| 115 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 6.0 | 1178 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.125 |
| 115 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 6.8 | 1314 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.125 |
| (90 & 115 GR) Handload Data A 5-inch barreled Kimber Model 1911 Team Match II was used to shoot all loads in Starline cases with Winchester Small Pistol primers. SAAMI minimum cartridge overall length: 1.000 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.169 inches; maximum case length: .754 inch; trim to length: .744 inch. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
 | 90 | XTP | 6.6 | 1453 | start load; min OAL: 1.063 |
| 90 | XTP | 7.4 | 1532 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.063 |
| 100 | Jacketed | 6.7 | 1335 | start load; min OAL: 1.083 |
| 100 | Jacketed | 7.5 | 1452 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.083 |
| 115 | Copper Plated | 6.2 | 1211 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 115 | Copper Plated | 6.6 | 1271 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 115 | XTP | 6.2 | 1237 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 115 | XTP | 6.9 | 1328 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 120 | Jacketed | 5.7 | 1132 | start load; min OAL: 1.130 |
| 120 | Jacketed | 6.2 | 1209 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.130 |
| 124 | Jacketed | 6.1 | 1188 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 124 | Jacketed | 6.6 | 1252 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 124 | Lead | 5.5 | 1171 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 124 | Lead | 6.0 | 1234 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 124 | Copper Plated | 5.5 | 1135 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 124 | Copper Plated | 6.1 | 1214 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 145 | Lead | 4.6 | 1001 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 145 | Lead | 5.1 | 1073 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 147 | Copper Plated | 4.6 | 955 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 147 | Copper Plated | 5.0 | 1025 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 147 | XTP | 4.8 | 997 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 147 | XTP | 5.3 | 1070 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 150 | Jacketed | 4.4 | 922 | start load; min OAL: 1.130 |
| 150 | Jacketed | 4.8 | 995 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.130 |
| 130 | Jacketed | 5.1 | 1083 | start load; min OAL: 1.142 |
| 130 | Jacketed | 5.7 | 1145 | never exceed; min OAL: 1.142 |
| Lee Precision Data Small pistol primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer.(MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee) | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 6.0 | 1128 | start charge |
| 115 | Speer GDHP or TMJ RN | 6.7 | 1225 | maximum charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 5.7 | 1063 | start charge |
| 124 | Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP | 6.4 | 1179 | maximum charge |
| 147 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 4.4 | 886 | start charge |
| 147 | Speer GDHP or TMJ FN | 4.9 | 969 | maximum charge |
| Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.754"; trim-to length: 0.744"; max cart. OAL: 1.169"; RCBS shell holder: #16; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: S&W M5906; barrel length: 4"; 147-grain bullets not recommended for barrels longer than 10 inches; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: These loads were developed and tested for safe use in HANDGUNS. Not all loads may be suitable for use in a carbine or rifle chambered for this cartridge. If loading for a carbine or rifle, choose from among the loads developing the highest handgun velocities and load just a few rounds. Thoroughly test this small sample in your firearm in slow-fire mode, insuring that you achieve proper feeding and ejection. Be certain that all bullets exit the barrel; watching the target for each bullet strike is the best way to know that the load produces sufficient gas volume for a longer barrel. Use maximum loads with CAUTION | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 5.0 | 976 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 5.3 | 1034 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 5.6 | 1092 | |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ-RN | 5.9 | 1149 | maximum load |
| (Using 115 GR Hornady Bullets) Gun: Kimber 1911; barrel length: 5-inch; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355"; HP-XTP COAL: 1.075"; FMJ-RN COAL: 1.100"; maximum COAL: 1.169"; maximum case length: .754"; trim to length: .749". | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.4 | 1434 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.063 |
| 90 | Hornady HP-XTP | 7.2 | 1512 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.063 |
| 100 | Speer HP | 6.4 | 1306 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.083 |
| 100 | Speer HP | 7.3 | 1423 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.083 |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.0 | 1214 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 115 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.7 | 1305 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 115 | Lapua FMJ-RN | 5.6 | 1129 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 115 | Lapua FMJ-RN | 6.5 | 1289 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 115 | Rainier RN | 6.1 | 1195 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 115 | Rainier RN | 6.5 | 1256 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 120 | Lapua CEPP | 5.7 | 1135 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.130 |
| 120 | Lapua CEPP | 6.5 | 1280 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.130 |
| 124 | Intercast LSWC | 5.4 | 1156 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Intercast LSWC | 5.9 | 1218 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Hornady FMJ/FP | 6.1 | 1172 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Hornady FMJ/FP | 6.5 | 1236 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Rainier RN | 5.4 | 1136 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Rainier RN | 6.0 | 1199 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Lapua FMJ-RN | 5.2 | 1102 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Lapua FMJ-RN | 6.2 | 1243 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 124 | Lapua Megashock | 5.2 | 1096 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.130 |
| 124 | Lapua Megashock | 6.0 | 1230 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.130 |
| 130 | Sierra FMJ | 4.9 | 1067 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 130 | Sierra FMJ | 5.5 | 1130 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 145 | Intercast LRN | 4.5 | 982 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 145 | Intercast LRN | 5.0 | 1055 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 147 | Hornady HP/XTP | 4.7 | 979 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 147 | Hornady HP/XTP | 5.1 | 1052 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 147 | Rainier RN | 4.5 | 937 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 147 | Rainier RN | 4.9 | 1008 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 150 | Lapua CEPP | 4.2 | 904 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.130 |
| 150 | Lapua CEPP | 4.7 | 976 | maximum 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. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 124 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.5 | 1122 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.060 |
| 124 | Hornady HP-XTP | 6.5 | 1269 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.060 |
| 124 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 5.5 | 1102 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.120 |
| 124 | Speer Gold Dot HP | 6.5 | 1263 | overall loaded length (inches): 1.120 |
| Handload Data A 5-inch barreled Kimber Model 1911 Team Match II was used to shoot all loads in Starline cases with Winchester Small Pistol primers. SAAMI minimum cartridge overall length: 1.000 inch; maximum cartridge overall length: 1.169 inches; maximum case length: .754 inch; trim to length: .744 inch. | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 90 | Hornady XTP | 7.2 | 1540 | overall length (inches): 1.063; group (inches): 3.25 |
| 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 | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | Speer HP | 6.7 | 1400 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 100 | Speer HP | 7.4 | 1485 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.142 |
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 5.9 | 1229 | starting load |
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 6.6 | 1319 | maximum load |
| 115 | Fiocchi FMJHP | 6.2 | 1063 | starting load |
| 115 | Fiocchi FMJHP | 7.1 | 1220 | maximum load |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ | 5.3 | 1160 | starting load |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ | 5.9 | 1222 | maximum load |
| 123 | Fiocchi FMJTC | 5.9 | 1132 | starting load |
| 123 | Fiocchi FMJTC | 6.6 | 1260 | maximum load |
| 147 | Hornady HP-XTP | 4.9 | 1016 | starting load |
| 147 | Hornady HP-XTP | 5.3 | 1079 | maximum 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! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 7.3 | 1392 | starting load |
| 115 | Sierra FMJ | 8.3 | 1517 | maximum load |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ | 6.6 | 1302 | starting load |
| 123 | Lapua FMJ | 7.5 | 1400 | maximum load |
| 123 | Lapua Megashock | 6.4 | 1281 | starting load; COL (in.): 1.189 |
| 123 | Lapua Megashock | 7.7 | 1416 | maximum load; COL (in.): 1.189 |
| 130 | Rainier RN B | 6.6 | 1238 | starting load |
| 130 | Rainier RN B | 7.5 | 1351 | maximum 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! | |||||
| Wt. | Bullet | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | Remarks | |
| 125 | Winchester Silvertip | 9.0 | 1,452 | energy: 584 (ft-lbs); accuracy 1.10 inches |
| Full-Power Loads The loads identified as "full-power" were developed for modern guns chambered for the 9x23mm Winchester and should not be fired in guns chambered for any other cartridge. Reduce those powder charges by 10 percent for starting loads. Loads identified as "light target" should be safe to use in guns chambered for the 9x23mm Largo as well, but only if they are tight and in excellent condition and only if Winchester 9x23mm cases are used. Winchester cases and Winchester WSR primers were used in all full-power loads. | |||||
