Evje Pistolklubb

IMR 700X

This extruded flake powder is ideally suited for shotshells in 12 and 16 gauge where clay target and light field loads are the norm. It doubles as an excellent pistol target powder for such cartridges as the 38 Special and 45 ACP and many more.

Shape	Color	Perforation	Diameter min	Diameter max	Length/thick. min	Length/thick. max	Manufacturer
disk	Gray	No	1.4 mm	1.7 mm			Hodgdon Powder Company

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.25 Automatic / .25 ACP

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
35	Hornady HP/XTP	1.7	1,091
Beretta Cases were Remington; primers CCI 500 and Winchester small pistol WSP.(Handloader Issue #189)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
50	Hornady FMJ	1.1	740	14,400 cup
IMR Pistol Data case: Remington; barrel length: 2.0"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .610"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .251"; COL: .900"; these are all maximum loads; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
51	Cast #252435	0.8	470	sugg. start load
51	Cast #252435	1.1	625	max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington-Peters; trim-to length: .610"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: RCBS No. 29; cast bullets used size to .251" dia.; firearm used: Sterling .25 Auto; barrel length: 2"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .251"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
35	Speer Gold Dot HP	1.7	971	COAL tested: .870"; MAXIMUM load
50	Speer TMJ	1.4	807	COAL tested: .890"; MAXIMUM load
Speer Reloading Manual #14 case: SPEER; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Beretta M950; barrel: 2.4"; use MAXIMUM loads with caution; DO NOT REDUCE
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
35	Hornady HP-XTP	1.0	593	failed to cycle
35	Hornady HP-XTP	1.1	639	failed to cycle
35	Hornady HP-XTP	1.2	688
35	Hornady HP-XTP	1.3	740
35	Hornady HP-XTP	1.4	794
35	Hornady HP-XTP	1.5	839	maximum load
50	Hornady FMJ-RN	0.8	531	failed to cycle
50	Hornady FMJ-RN	0.9	603
50	Hornady FMJ-RN	1.0	676
50	Hornady FMJ-RN	1.1	660
50	Hornady FMJ-RN	1.2	699
50	Hornady FMJ-RN	1.3	739
50	Hornady FMJ-RN	1.4	756	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Browning/FN "Baby" Model; barrel length: 2 inches; case: Winchester; primer: Federal 100 Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .251"; 35 GR Hornady HP-XTP COAL: 0.860"; 50 GR Hornady FMJ-RN COAL: 0.900"; maximum COAL: .910"; maximum case length: .615"; trim to length: .605".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
35	Hornady Jacketed HP	1.3	766	sugg. start load
35	Hornady Jacketed HP	1.5	938	max load
50	Hornady Jacketed FMJ	0.8	556	sugg. start load; 11,600 cup
50	Hornady Jacketed FMJ	1.1	743	max load; 18,000 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .610"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 32; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .251"

.32 Auto / .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning)

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
60	Hornady HP-XTP	2.5	792
60	Hornady HP-XTP	2.7	865
60	Hornady HP-XTP	2.8	915
60	Hornady HP-XTP	2.9	947	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Kel Tec P-32; barrel length: 2.5 inches; case: Remington; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .311 to .312 inch (.311 used herein); COAL: .925 inch; maximum COAL: .984 inch; maximum case length: .680 inch; trim to length: .670 inch; NOTE: All loads functioned (extracted, ejected and fed) reliably in two pistols: a Kel Tec P-32 and a Walther PP.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
60	Hornady Jacketed HP	2.0	769	sugg. start load; .925" OAL; potentially most accurate load
60	Hornady Jacketed HP	2.3	835	max load; .925" OAL
71	Sierra FMJ	1.7	706	sugg. start load; primer: Winchester WSP; cases: Winchester; 9,500 cup; .984" OAL
71	Sierra FMJ	2.2	902	max load; primer: Winchester WSP; cases: Winchester; 14,700 cup; .984" OAL
75	Cast #311252	1.5	750	sugg. start load; .975" OAL
75	Cast #311252	1.9	895	max load; .975" OAL
85	Cast #313249	1.3	685	sugg. start load; .984" OAL
85	Cast #313249	1.7	830	max load; .984" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .672"; primers: Remington 1 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 23; cast bullets used sized to .309 dia.; firearm used: Mauser HSc and Universal Receiver; barrel length: Mauser; 3", Universal Receiver; 3 1/4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .309"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
60	Speer GDHP	2.6	1060	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.680"; trim-to length: 0.675"; max cart. OAL: 0.984"; RCBS shell holder: #17; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Walter PP; barrel length: 3.80" maximum loads should be used with CAUTION; DO NOT REDUCE
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
71	Sierra FMJ	2.0	845	accuracy class: B+; case expansion: near max; Maximum in Mauser
in a Mauser 1914 Warning! Test pistol was Mauser Model 1914 with 3 1/2" barrel. CCI 500 small pistol primers used with all loads shown. Those loads shown as giving unreliable function or poor accuracy have been included to show velocities and provide an indication of those areas of loading which should not be attempted. Accuracy class (for five shots at 20 yards): A. 1 1/2 inch or less; B. 1 1/2 to 2 1/4 inches; C. 2 1/4 to 3 inches; D. over 3 inches. Plus-sign added indicates the top of that class. (Handloader Issue 109)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
91	Lyman 313249	2.0	843	accuracy class: B+; case expansion: maximum
in a Mauser 1914 (cast bullets) Warning! Test pistol was a Mauser Model 1914 with 3 1/2" barrel. CCI 500 small pistol primers used with all loads shown. Those loads shown as giving unreliable function or poor accuracy have been included to show velocities and provide an indication of those areas of loading which should not be attempted. Accuracy class (for five shots at 20 yards): A. 1 1/2 inch or less; B. 1 1/2 to 2 1/4 inches; C. 2 1/4 to 3 inches; D. over 3 inches. Plus-sign added indicates the top of that class. (Handloader Issue 109)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
71	Hornady FMJ	2.0	808	accuracy class: B; case expansion: near max
71	Hornady FMJ	2.1	913	accuracy class: C; case expansion: maximum; Do NOT exceed!
71	Sierra FMJ	2.1	900	accuracy class: A+; case expansion: maximum; Most accurate, best all-around load
72	D-D JHP	2.1	885	accuracy class: C; case expansion: maximum
in a Walther Warning! Test pistol was a Walther Model "PP" with 3 3/4" barrel. CCI 500 small pistol primers used with all loads shown. Those loads shown as giving unreliable function or poor accuracy have been included to show velocities and provide an indication of those areas of loading which should not be attempted. Accuracy class (for five shots at 20 yards): A. 1 1/2 inch or less; B. 1 1/2 to 2 1/4 inches; C. 2 1/4 to 3 inches; D. over 3 inches. Plus-sign added indicates the top of that class. (Handloader Issue 109)

.32 H&R Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
77	Cast LFP	2.3	832	start load; COL: 1.335"; 9,900 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
77	Cast LFP	2.7	913	max load; COL: 1.335"; 11,500 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
83	Berry's Bullets HBWC	2.9	940	start load; COL: 1.095"; 15,100 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
83	Berry's Bullets HBWC	3.4	1082	max load; COL: 1.095"; 19,700 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
85	Hornady HP	3.2	951	start load; COL: 1.290"; 14,600 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
85	Hornady HP	3.7	1071	max load; COL: 1.290"; 18,700 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
90	Sierra JHP	3.0	914	start load; COL: 1.340"; 14,500 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
90	Sierra JHP	3.5	1036	max load; COL: 1.340"; 19,400 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
90	Hornady LSWC	2.6	901	start load; COL: 1.350"; 11,300 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
90	Hornady LSWC	3.0	973	max load; COL: 1.350"; 15,500 cup; bullet diam.: .314"
100	Speer JHP	3.1	857	start load; COL: 1.345"; 15,900 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
100	Speer JHP	3.5	976	max load; COL: 1.345"; 20,200 cup; bullet diam.: .312"
Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Federal; twist: 1:16"; primer: Federal 100, Small Pistol; barrel length: 5"; trim length: 1.070".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
85	Speer JHP	3.4	1,040	starting charge; COAL tested: 1.340"
85	Speer JHP	4.0	1,178	MAXIMUM charge; COAL tested: 1.340"
98	Speer HB-WC	2.0	735	starting charge; COAL tested: 1.075"
98	Speer HB-WC	2.2	792	MAXIMUM charge; COAL tested: 1.075"
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	Hornady SWC	3.0	1,005	CFVentures soft gas checks used
90	Hornady SWC	3.0	916
in a Charter Arms Police Undercover
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady SWC	3.0	986	CFVentures soft gas checks used
in a Colt Detective
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
85	Hornady HP XTP	2.5	712
85	Hornady HP XTP	2.9	790
85	Hornady HP XTP	3.3	880
85	Hornady HP XTP	3.5	970
85	Hornady HP XTP	3.7	1055	maximum load
90	Hornady HBWC	2.3	842
90	Hornady HBWC	2.5	895
90	Hornady HBWC	2.7	957
90	Hornady HBWC	2.9	1019
90	Hornady HBWC	3.2	1076	maximum load
90	Hornady SWC	2.3	798
90	Hornady SWC	2.5	848
90	Hornady SWC	2.7	907
90	Hornady SWC	2.9	966
90	Hornady SWC	3.2	1021	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets These loads were shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Ruger Single Six; barrel length: 6 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .312"; 85 GR Hornady HP XTP & 90 GR SWC COAL: 1.350"; 90 GR HBWC COAL: 1.100"; 100 GR HP XTP COAL: 1.315"; maximum COAL: 1.350"; maximum case length: 1.075"; trim to length: 1.065".

.32 Smith & Wesson / .32 S&W

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
77	Cast #311252	1.3	598	sugg. start load
77	Cast #311252	1.8	758	max load
84	Cast #313249	1.2	613	sugg. start load
84	Cast #313249	1.7	798	max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; Norma; trim-to length: .600"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used size to .310" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 31; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .312"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Lyman 313249	1.3	490	bullet: sized .311 inch; OAL: .940 inch; case expansion: normal
90	Lyman 313249	1.4	521	bullet: sized .311 inch; OAL: .940 inch; case expansion: near maximum
for Class I Guns Principal test gun, S&W Model 31 Regulation Police with 3-inch barrel. Winchester-Western cases used in all loads. CCI 500 Small Pistol primers used in all loads. Oehler Model 35P Chronograph recorded velocities at 8 feet. (Handloader Issue 157)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Lyman 313249	1.7	613	bullet: sized .311 inch; OAL: .940 inch; case expansion: near maximum
90	Hornady	1.5	576	bullet: .314 inch; OAL: .975 inch; case expansion: normal
100	Lyman 313226	1.8	753	bullet: sized .312 inch; OAL: .950 inch; case expansion: maximum; highest velocity; do not exceed
for Class II Guns Principal test gun, S&W Model 31 Regulation Police with 3-inch barrel. Winchester-Western cases used in all loads. CCI 500 Small Pistol primers used in all loads. Oehler Model 35P Chronograph recorded velocities at 8 feet. (Handloader Issue 157)

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

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
93	Cast #313226	1.6	558	sugg. start load
93	Cast #313226	3.0	983	max load
115	Cast #3118	1.5	548	sugg. start load
115	Cast #3118	2.4	818	max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: .915"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used size to .312" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 31; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .312"; NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .32 Smith & Wesson Long / .32 S&W Long (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
75	Cast #311252	1.8	598	sugg. start load; 1.115" OAL
75	Cast #311252	3.3	1098	max load; 1.115" OAL
85	Cast #313249	2.5	779	sugg. start load; 1.210" OAL
85	Cast #313249	2.8	872	max load; 1.210" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .910"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 9; cast bullets used sized to .312" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 31; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .312"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Speer CM	2.2	734	start charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds; test firearm: S&W M31 3"
90	Speer CM	2.5	811	max charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds; test firearm: S&W M31 3"
98	Speer HBWC	1.5	720	start charge; test firearm: Walther GSP 4"
98	Speer HBWC	1.7	733	max charge; test firearm: Walther GSP 4"
60	Speer GDHP	2.5	834	start charge; test firearm: S&W M31 3"
60	Speer GDHP	3.2	1025	max charge; test firearm: S&W M31 3"
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
85	Hornady HP-XTP	1.7	592
85	Hornady HP-XTP	1.9	632
85	Hornady HP-XTP	2.0	673	maximum load
90	Hornady HBWC	1.4	656
90	Hornady HBWC	1.6	686
90	Hornady HBWC	1.7	724
90	Hornady HBWC	1.8	761
90	Hornady HBWC	1.9	794	maximum load
90	Hornady SWC	1.4	558
90	Hornady SWC	1.6	587
90	Hornady SWC	1.7	623
90	Hornady SWC	1.8	657
90	Hornady SWC	1.9	689	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Ruger Single-Six; barrel length: 6 1/2-inch (Custom PAC-NOR); case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .312"; 85 GR HP-XTP COAL: 1.160"; 90 GR HBWC COAL: .920"; 90 GR SWC COAL: 1.185"; maximum COAL: 1.280"; maximum case length: .920"; trim to length: .910".

.327 Federal Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
77	Cast LFP	4.5	1236	start load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 17,500 psi
77	Cast LFP	5.3	1388	max load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.460"; 24,600 psi
90	Cast LRNFP	4.1	1108	start load; COL: 1.460"; 17,800 psi
90	Cast LRNFP	5.0	1277	max load; COL: 1.460"; 28,100 psi
90	LHBWC	2.2	810	start load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.200"; 12,700 psi
90	LHBWC	2.5	885	max load; bullet diam.: .314"; COL: 1.200"; 14,200 psi
115	MEI LRNFP	3.8	1024	start load; COL: 1.460"; 26,400 psi
115	MEI LRNFP	4.6	1158	max load; COL: 1.460"; 35,300 psi
Hodgdon Data Case: Federal; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 1.200"; primer: Federal 200; bullet diam.: .312 (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS

.357 Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Speer LSWC or LSWC HP	4.5	904	start charge; does not reach maximum pressure
158	Speer LSWC or LSWC HP	5.0	1002	maximum charge; does not reach maximum pressure
110	Speer UCHP	7.0	1208	start charge
110	Speer UCHP	8.0	1366	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.290"; trim-to length: 1.280"; max cart. OAL: 1.590"; RCBS shell holder: #6; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: S&W model 19; barrel length: 6"; NOTE: Do not use the 110-grain Gold Dot SB HP (#4009) in the 357 Magnum; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Jacketed	6.6	1165	start load; min OAL: 1.590
110	Jacketed	6.6	1165	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,600 cup
125	Jacketed	6.2	1075	start load; min OAL: 1.580
125	Jacketed	6.2	1075	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 36,000 cup
140	Jacketed	6.0	960	start load; min OAL: 1.590
140	Jacketed	6.0	960	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,700 cup
146	Jacketed	5.2	915	start load; min OAL: 1.500
146	Jacketed	5.2	915	never exceed; min OAL: 1.500; 35,600 cup
148	Wadcutter	3.0	720	start load; min OAL: 1.420
148	Wadcutter	5.1	980	never exceed; min OAL: 1.420; 34,800 cup
148	Wadcutter	3.0	705	start load; min OAL: 1.325
148	Wadcutter	3.0	705	never exceed; min OAL: 1.325; 14,900 cup
150	Jacketed	4.8	791	start load; min OAL: 1.590
150	Jacketed	5.6	905	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,900 cup
158	Jacketed	5.2	885	start load; min OAL: 1.580
158	Jacketed	5.2	885	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,800 cup
158	Lead	5.5	980	start load; min OAL: 1.580
158	Lead	5.5	980	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,600 cup
170	Jacketed	4.8	795	start load; min OAL: 1.580
170	Jacketed	4.8	795	never exceed; min OAL: 1.580; 35,600 cup
200	Lead	4.3	795	start load; min OAL: 1.590
200	Lead	4.3	795	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 35,800 cup
Lee Precision Data Small 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
92	Cast #358242	6.0	1206	sugg. start load; 19,700 cup
92	Cast #358242	8.3	1581	max load; 41,500 cup; potentially most accurate load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.285"; primers: CCI 550; primer size: Small Pistol Magnum; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used size to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .356"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Cast #356242	6.0	1206	sugg. start load; 1.585" OAL; 19,700 cup
90	Cast #356242	8.3	1581	max load; 1.585" OAL; 41,500 cup; potentially most accurate load
Cast Bullet Data (Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition) cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.280"; primers: CCI 550"; primer size: Small Pistol, Magnum; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used sized to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .356"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Hornady XTP	5.0	1254	start load; COL: 1.590"; 18,600 psi
110	Hornady XTP	7.0	1556	max load; COL: 1.590"; 30,600 psi
125	Hornady XTP	4.5	1093	start load; COL: 1.590"; 18,300 psi
125	Hornady XTP	6.4	1399	max load; COL: 1.590"; 30,400 psi
125	MEI Cast LRNFP	4.0	1069	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 13,500 psi
125	MEI Cast LRNFP	5.5	1311	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 21,800 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	4.0	1059	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 15,000 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	5.5	1299	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.580"; 24,800 psi
140	Hornady XTP	4.0	927	start load; COL: 1.590"; 17,000 psi
140	Hornady XTP	6.0	1267	max load; COL: 1.590"; 30,000 psi
140	Hornady FTX	3.5	849	start load; COL: 1.600"; 19,800 psi
140	Hornady FTX	5.2	1205	max load; COL: 1.600"; 31,900 psi
146	Speer JHP	4.5	1025	start load; COL: 1.535"; 21,500 psi
146	Speer JHP	5.7	1233	max load; COL: 1.535"; 30,300 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	3.0	892	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 17,600 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	3.5	989	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.290"; 22,300 psi
158	Hornady XTP	4.5	949	start load; COL: 1.580"; 21,900 psi
158	Hornady XTP	5.7	1149	max load; COL: 1.580"; 31,200 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	3.4	867	start load; COL: 1.620"; 13,100 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	4.9	1137	max load; COL: 1.620"; 24,400 psi
170	Sierra JHC	4.0	833	start load; COL: 1.580"; 22,100 psi
170	Sierra JHC	5.2	1107	max load; COL: 1.580"; 32,200 psi
180	Nosler Part	4.0	668	start load; COL: 1.575"; 25,500 psi
180	Nosler Part	4.7	846	max load; COL: 1.575"; 32,500 psi
Hodgdon Data Case: Winchester; barrel length: 10"; twist: 1:18.75"; trim length: 1.285"; primer: Winchester SPM; bullet diam.: .357" (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Truncated Cone	4.2	945	maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.585
Oregon Trail Handgun/Cowboy Loads test gun: Smith & Wesson M-686 6", WSP; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Truncated Cone	3.6	843	starting load; minimum OAL: 1.585
125	Truncated Cone	4.9	1,065	maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.585
Oregon Trail Handgun/Standard Loads test gun: Smith & Wesson M-686 6", WSP; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths

.357 SIG

	Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
	147	Speer GD-HP	5.6	1119	COL: 1.140"; 38,400 psi
	IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .860"; primer: Remington 1 1/2; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS

.38 Automatic / .38 Auto

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Hornady HP XTP	4.4	1177
110	Hornady HP XTP	4.7	1246
110	Hornady HP XTP	5.0	1317	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Colt Model 1902; barrel length: 6 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355" and .357"; 110 Hornady HP XTP COAL: 1.100", 115 Hornady FMJ RN & HP XTP COAL: 1.115", 125 Hornady FP XTP & HP XTP COAL: 1.060"; 125 GR Hornady HAP COAL: 1.120".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Jacketed	3.5	852	start load; min OAL: 1.265
115	Jacketed	4.0	955	never exceed; min OAL: 1.265; 22,900 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol primer.(MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)

.38 S&W / .38 Smith & Wesson

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
92	Cast #358242	2.3	720	sugg. start load; Special Pressure Test Barrel; 5,600 cup
92	Cast #358242	3.2	972	max load; Special Pressure Test Barrel; 12,200 cup
121	Cast #358242	2.3	680	sugg. start load
121	Cast #358242	3.1	895	max load
133	Cast #358480	2.3	735	sugg. start load
133	Cast #358480	2.9	875	max load
141	Cast #358495	1.5	550	sugg. start load
141	Cast #358495	2.1	715	max load
158	Cast #358311	2.1	665	sugg. start load
158	Cast #358311	2.6	785	max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Winchester; trim-to length: .765"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 21; cast bullets used size to .360" dia.; firearm used: Special Pressure test barrel; Smith & Wesson Model 33; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .361"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
150	Cast #358477	2.1	677	sugg. start load; OAL: 1.070"; 9,100 cup
150	Cast #358477	2.4	734	max load; OAL: 1.070"; 12,500 cup
160	Cast #358311	2.0	634	sugg. start load; OAL: 1.150"; 8,900 cup
160	Cast #358311	2.3	693	max load; OAL: 1.150"; 11,500 cup
195	Cast #358430	1.4	482	sugg. start load; OAL: 1.175"; 7,900 cup
195	Cast #358430	1.6	544	max load; OAL: 1.175"; 12,200 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .765"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 21; cast bullets used sized to .359" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5 1/2"; twist: 1-14"; groove dia.: .358"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Hornady swaged SWC (lead)	2.6	802	case: R-P; OAL: 1.18; case expansion: normal; higher velocity due to smaller case capacity; good all-around load
200	Markell cast (lead)	2.5	702	case: R-P; OAL: 1.19; case expansion: maximum; good load
110	Hornady JHP (jacketed)	3.3	935	case: P; OAL: 1.04; case expansion: normal; accurate high-velocity load
125	Sierra JHP (jacketed)	3.0	832	case: P; OAL: 1.06; case expansion: maximum; most accurate load tested but should NOT be exceeded
163	Hensley 47358 (lead)	2.4	788	case: R-P; OAL: 1.07; case expansion: near max. not sufficiently accurate
148	Lyman 358495 (lead)	2.0	709	case: R-P; OAL: 1.00; case expansion: normal
High Power Loads Warning! The loads in this table are not, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, suitable for older American "top-break" revolvers chambered for the .38 Smith & Wesson cartridge. British top-break Webleys and Enfields are safe; cartridge designations may be .38-200, .380 Rim, or .380 Mk 1. The Smith & Wesson "Victory" model, a Military & Police variant, is safe. Solid-frame U.S. guns suitable are Smith & Wesson Regulation Police and Terrier models, Colt Police Positive, Detective Special, and Bankers Special models. Caliber designation of these guns is generally .38 Smith & Wesson, but may be .38 S&W Super Police or .38 Colt New Police. Notes: Velocities shown are instrumental taken at ten feet from the muzzle. Test gun was Ruger Service-Six revolver with four-inch barrel, chambered for the .380 Rim cartridge. Cases used were new Remington-Peters and old Peters. Peters cases had greater powder capacity. Alcan Small Pistol primers used for all loads. Oehler Model 31 Chronotach and Model 51 electronic screens used to measure bullet velocities. (Handloader Issue 79)

.38 Special

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Cast #356242 (Linotype)	3.0	675	sugg. start load; 1.456" OAL; 5,700 cup
90	Cast #356242 (Linotype)	5.0	1107	max load; 1.456" OAL; 15,700 cup; potentially most accurate load
90	Cast #356242 (Linotype)	5.3 (+P)	1168	max load; 1.456" OAL; 18,300 cup
120	Cast #356242 (Linotype)	2.5	647	sugg. start load; 1.450" OAL; 7,600 cup
120	Cast #356242 (Linotype)	3.9	940	max load; 1.450" OAL; 16,200 cup
120	Cast #356242 (Linotype)	4.2 (+P)	987	max load; 1.450" OAL; 17,900 cup
150	Cast #358091 (Linotype)	2.9	854	sugg. start load; 1.317" OAL; 13,300 cup
150	Cast #358091 (Linotype)	3.3	917	max load; 1.317" OAL; 15,500 cup
Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used sized to .358" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .357"; (+P) designates higher pressure loads
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Hornady XTP	4.0	986	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 14,500 psi
110	Hornady XTP	4.6	1078	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,500 psi
125	Hornady XTP	3.6	863	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 14,300 psi
125	Hornady XTP	4.2	969	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 17,000 psi
125	Cast LRNFP	3.7	982	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 14,500 psi
125	Cast LRNFP	4.2	1076	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.445"; 16,200 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	3.5	870	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 13,300 psi
130	MEI Cast LRNFP	4.1	996	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.460"; 16,500 psi
140	Hornady XTP	3.3	736	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 13,300 psi
140	Hornady XTP	3.8	849	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 16,400 psi
140	Hornady Cowboy	2.5	693	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 10,000 psi
140	Hornady Cowboy	4.3	993	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.450"; 16,400 psi
146	Speer JHP	3.2	724	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 13,800 psi
146	Speer JHP	3.6	815	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.370"; 16,000 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	2.0	686	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 11,600 psi
148	Hornady LHBWC	2.5	804	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.160"; 16,000 psi
158	Hornady XTP	3.2	688	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 13,000 psi
158	Hornady XTP	3.7	798	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455"; 15,900 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	3.0	795	start load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 13,700 psi
158	MEI Cast LSWC	3.4	867	max load; bullet diam.: .358"; COL: 1.475"; 15,800 psi
170	Sierra JHC	3.1	639	start load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 14,100 psi
170	Sierra JHC	3.5	735	max load; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.450"; 16,700 psi
Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Winchester; twist: 1:18.75"; primer: Winchester SP, Small Pistol; barrel length: 7.7"; trim length: 1.145".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
92	Cast #358242	3.0	675	sugg. start load; 5,700 cup
92	Cast #358242	5.0	1107	max load; 15,700 cup; potentially most accurate load
92	Cast #358242	5.3 (+P)	1168	max load; higher pressure load- see NOTES; 18,300 cup
121	Cast #358242	2.5	647	sugg. start load; 7,600 cup
121	Cast #358242	3.9	940	max load; 16,200 cup
121	Cast #358242	4.2 (+P)	987	max load; higher pressure load- see NOTES; 17,900 cup
121	Cast #356402	2.7	649	sugg. start load; 7,500 cup
121	Cast #356402	4.2	967	max load; 16,700 cup
121	Cast #356402	4.5 (+P)	1012	max load; higher pressure load- see NOTES; 18,300 cup
141	Cast #358495	2.2	636	sugg. start load; 8,300 cup
141	Cast #358495	4.0	994	max load; 16,600 cup
146	Cast #358212	2.8	674	sugg. start load; 9,400 cup
146	Cast #358212	4.0	881	max load; 15,900 cup; potentially most accurate load
148	Cast #35863	2.0	584	sugg. start load; 6,900 cup
148	Cast #35863	3.5	961	max load; 16,300 cup
148	Cast #35891	2.0	512	sugg. start load; 6,000 cup
148	Cast #35891	3.6	889	max load; 15,900 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used size to .357" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver and Special Vented Barrel; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove diameter: .357". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .38 Special (Cast Bullet Data Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition) and .38 Special (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition). NOTE: Loads designated with the symbol (+P) are higher pressure loads to give greater velocities. These loads should be used only in arms recommended for (+P) type cartridges by the gun manufacturer.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
105	Lee #358-105-SWC	3.2	833	sugg. start load; 13,100 psi
105	Lee #358-105-SWC	4.0	987	max load; 16,200 psi
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primer: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; cast bullets used sized to .358" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .357"; 1.450" OAL. NOTE: Loads designated with a +P symbol are higher pressure loads and must not be used in standard 38 Special revolvers unless the manufacturer has specifically stated that the use of such ammunition is acceptable in the particular firearm.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Speer Jacketed HP	4.1	875	sugg. start load; 1.430" OAL; 13,700 cup
110	Speer Jacketed HP	4.6	983	max load; 1.430" OAL: 16,800 cup
125	Hornady Jacketed HP	2.8	473	sugg. start load; 1.470" OAL; 8,100 cup
125	Hornady Jacketed HP	4.1	814	max load; 1.470" OAL; 16,500 cup
125	Hornady Jacketed HP	4.5 (+P)	877	max load; 1.470" OAL; 17,300 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition Warning! cases: Federal; trim-to length: 1.149"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 1; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-18 3/4"; groove dia.: .357"; (+P) designates higher pressure loads
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
148	BB-WC	4.0	924	maximum load
148	BB-WC	3.6	836
148	HB-WC	2.9	791	maximum load
148	HB-WC	2.6	739
147	Cast FN	3.8	893	maximum load
147	Cast FN	3.2	780
158	L-SWC, L-HP, L-RN	3.8	877	maximum load
158	L-SWC, L-HP, L-RN	3.2	774
110	JHP	4.4	983	maximum load
125	JSP, GD-HP, JHP, TMJ	4.6	905	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
148	Speer HBWC	2.6	739	start charge; seat bullet flush with case mouth; use a light roll or taper crimp
148	Speer HBWC	2.9	791	maximum charge; seat bullet flush with case mouth; use a light roll or taper crimp
147	Speer FN	3.2	780	start charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds
147	Speer FN	3.8	893	maximum charge; bullets cast in RCBS moulds
158	Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN	3.2	774	start charge
158	Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN	3.8	877	maximum charge
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	4.2	907	start charge
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	4.6	997	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
110	Hornady HP-XTP	4.1	840	COAL: 1.445"
110	Hornady HP-XTP	4.4	870	COAL: 1.445"
110	Hornady HP-XTP	4.7	917	COAL: 1.445"
110	Hornady HP-XTP	5.0	951	COAL: 1.445"
110	Hornady HP-XTP	5.3	1013	COAL: 1.445"; +P load
125	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	4.0	828	COAL: 1.450"
125	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	4.3	860	COAL: 1.450"
125	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	4.7	907	COAL: 1.450"
125	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	5.0	946	COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load
140	Hornady HP-XTP	3.9	780	COAL: 1.450"
140	Hornady HP-XTP	4.2	831	COAL: 1.450"
140	Hornady HP-XTP	4.5	877	COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load
158	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	3.3	586	COAL: 1.450"
158	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	3.5	620	COAL: 1.450"
158	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	3.8	669	COAL: 1.450"
158	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	4.0	710	COAL: 1.450"
158	Hornady HP-XTP or FP-XTP	4.3	754	COAL: 1.450"; +P load; maximum load
140	Hornady FP-Cowboy	3.1	739	COAL: 1.450"
140	Hornady FP-Cowboy	3.4	779	COAL: 1.450"
140	Hornady FP-Cowboy	3.7	820	COAL: 1.450"
140	Hornady FP-Cowboy	4.0	871	COAL: 1.450"
140	Hornady FP-Cowboy	4.3	913	COAL: 1.450"; maximum load
148	Hornady HBWC	1.9	554	COAL: 1.180"
148	Hornady HBWC	2.1	599	COAL: 1.180"
148	Hornady HBWC	2.4	643	COAL: 1.180"
148	Hornady HBWC	2.6	699	COAL: 1.180"
148	Hornady HBWC	2.8	750	COAL: 1.180"; maximum load
158	Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN	2.7	658	COAL: 1.455"
158	Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN	3.0	708	COAL: 1.455"
158	Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN	3.3	760	COAL: 1.455"
158	Hornady SWC-HP, SWC or LRN	3.7	823	COAL: 1.455"; maximum load
110	Hornady HP-XTP	5.5	1080	COAL: 1.445"; +P load; maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. 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 XTP	4.8	1140	17,700 psi
125	Hornady XTP	4.4	1023	18,100 psi
140	Hornady XTP	4.1	913	18,200 psi
146	Speer JHP	3.8	854	COL: 1.370"; 17,400 psi
150	Nosler JFP	4.0	875	COL: 1.450"; 18,300 psi
158	Hornady XTP	4.0	866	18,500 psi
170	Sierra JHC	3.7	775	COL: 1.450"; 18,000 psi
Hodgdon Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Winchester; barrel length: 7.7"; twist: 1:18.75"; trim length: 1.145"; primer: Winchester SP; bullet diam.: .357"; COL: 1.455" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN	3.8	877	start charge
158	Speer LSWC, LSWC HP or LRN	4.4	980	maximum charge
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	4.7	1017	start charge
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	5.1	1085	maximum charge
125	Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN	4.6	905	start charge
125	Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN	4.9	1013	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
158	Nosler HP	4.4	809
158	Speer lead HP-SWC	4.4	940	some leading
+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
158	Nosler HP	4.4	813
158	Speer Lead HP Semi-Wadcutter	4.4	928
+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. (Handloader Issue #243 - October, 2006)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	4.7	878	start charge
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	5.1	954	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
95	Jacketed	4.4	986	start load; min. OAL: 1.470
95	Jacketed	4.6	1025	NEVER EXCEED; 15,600 cup; min. OAL: 1.470
110	Jacketed	4.1	943	start load; min. OAL: 1.460
110	Jacketed	4.2	970	NEVER EXCEED; 15,400 cup; min. OAL: 1.460
125	Jacketed	3.9	808	start load; min. OAL: 1.525
125	Jacketed	4.1	840	NEVER EXCEED; 15,600 cup; min. OAL: 1.525
140	Jacketed	3.5	688	start load; min. OAL: 1.455
140	Jacketed	3.7	730	NEVER EXCEED; 15,900 cup; min. OAL: 1.455
146	Jacketed	3.3	683	start load; min. OAL: 1.395
146	Jacketed	3.5	725	NEVER EXCEED; 15,900 cup; min. OAL: 1.395
148	Wad Cutter	2.6	663	start load; min. OAL: 1.295
148	Wad Cutter	3.5	850	NEVER EXCEED; 16,000 cup; min. OAL: 1.295
150	Jacketed	3.3	713	start load; min. OAL: 1.445
150	Jacketed	3.5	755	NEVER EXCEED; 15,900 cup; min. OAL: 1.445
158	Jacketed	3.3	573	start load; min. OAL: 1.465
158	Jacketed	3.4	585	NEVER EXCEED; 15,300 cup; min. OAL: 1.465
158	Lead	3.0	672	start load; min. OAL: 1.520
158	Lead	3.6	790	NEVER EXCEED; 15,800 cup; min. OAL: 1.520
200	Lead	3.0	725	start load; min. OAL: 1.500
200	Lead	3.0	725	NEVER EXCEED; 15,000 cup; min. OAL: 1.500
Lee Precision Data With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. (MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Sierra JHC	4.0	760
148	Speer HB-WC	3.0	806	2nd most accurate WC load
158	RCBS cast SWC	3.8	846
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
148	SP 148 HBWC	2.7	712	muzzle energy (ft-lbs): 165
Alloy bullets in a 6-inch Barrel Cast bullets from wheelweight alloy: BHN 12.5. Swaged lead bullets from Speer: BHN 8.5. (Handloader Issue 140)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	3.5	659	case expansion normal
Cast Bullet Loads in a 2-inch Barrel Loads labeled "maximum" should not be exceeded! Reduce maximum loads 10% for light and alloy-framed guns.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	3.5	755	case expansion normal
Cast Bullet Loads in a 4-inch Barrel Loads labeled "maximum" should not be exceeded! Reduce maximum loads 10% for light and alloy-framed guns.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	3.0	663	case expansion moderate; accurate
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	3.5	779	case expansion normal
145	Hensley & Gibbs No. 73 semiwadcutter	4.0	879	case expansion maximum
Cast Bullet Loads in a 6-inch Barrel Loads labeled "maximum" should not be exceeded! Reduce maximum loads 10% for light and alloy-framed guns.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
148	Speer hollowbase wadcutter	3.0	789
Colt-King Super Target Loads fired in a 6-inch barreled Colt Officer's Model Heavy Barrel, King Short Action. Winchester +P cases and Federal 100 primers used throughout. Standard Pressures 17,000 psi) (Handloader Issue 233)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
158	Round Nose Flat Point	2.6	708
Oregon Trail Handgun/Cowboy Loads test gun: Ruger Blackhawk 6 1/2", WSP; do not exceed maximum loads; OAL: 1.435; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	Truncated Cone	3.4	882	starting load; minimum OAL: 1.450
125	Truncated Cone	4.2	1,046	maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.450
158	Semi Wad Cutter/RN Flat Point/Round Nose	2.5	685	starting load; minimum OAL: 1.435
158	Semi Wad Cutter/RN Flat Point/Round Nose	3.6	884	maximum load; minimum OAL: 1.435
Oregon Trail Handgun/Standard Loads test gun: Smith & Wesson 686 6", WSP; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	4.2	784	start charge
110	Speer UCHP or GDHP SB	4.6	879	maximum charge
125	Speer UCSP, GDHP, UCHP or TMJ FN	4.6	905	maximum charge; DO NOT REDUCE
Speer Reloading Manual #14 test firearm: S&W M15 2"; use maximum loads with CAUTION

.38 Super

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady XTP	4.0	955	max load; COL: 1.245"; 22,900 cup
Hodgdon Data Case: Remington; twist: 1:16"; primer: Remington 1 1/2, Small Pistol; barrel length: 5"; trim length: .895"; bullet diam.: .355" (except where otherwise specified in remarks).
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady HP	4.0	955	22,900 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .895"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; COL: 1.265"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
95	Cast #356404	4.2	1147	sugg. start load; 20,200 cup
95	Cast #356404	6.0	1399	max load; 30,100 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used size to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .355". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .38 Super Automatic Cast Bullet Handgun Data (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
124	Speer TMJ RN , UCSP or GDHP	4.5	1050	start charge
124	Speer TMJ RN , UCSP or GDHP	5.0	1132	maximum charge
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	Round Nose	4.7	1,069	OAL: 1.2
Oregon Trail Data test gun: Caspian 1911, 5", WSP; all maximum 38 Super loads are for fully supported chambers only! do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
120	Cast #356242	3.7	979	sugg. start load; 19,800 cup; 1.160" OAL
120	Cast #356242	5.3	1206	max load; 29,200 cup; 1.160" OAL
120	Cast #356402	4.0	1025	sugg. start load; 20,600 cup; 1.230" OAL
120	Cast #356402	5.5	1252	max load; 29,900 cup; 1.230" OAL
Cast Bullet Handgun Data (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition) cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Hornady Jacketed HP	4.4	1032	sugg. start load; 20,200 cup; 1.265" OAL
115	Hornady Jacketed HP	6.0	1202	max load; 32,600 cup; 1.265" OAL
Handgun Data (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition) cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: CCI 500; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol	5.0	1,202	maximum load
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol	4.5	1,104
115	Nosler Sporting Handgun H.P. Practical Pistol	4.0	1,005	most accurate load tested
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
115	Hornady JHP	5.0	1,219	case: W-W; length (in.): 1.24; expansion: near max; third most accurate
115	Hornady JHP	5.5	1,289	case: W-W; length (in.): 1.24; expansion: maximum; best accuracy
in a 6-inch Barrel Test gun Colt .38 Super Automatic with six-inch SSK custom barrel; Winchester 108 Small Pistol primers; velocities chronographed ten feet from muzzle. (Handloader Issue 103)

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

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
92	Cast #358242	1.9	695	sugg. start load; 11,100 cup
92	Cast #358242	2.5	900	max load; 15,800 cup
121	Cast #358242	1.4	610	sugg. start load; 11,300 cup
121	Cast #358242	1.9	750	max load; 15,800 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition case: Super Vel (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .677"; primers; Winchester 1 1/2-108; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 26; cast bullets used sized to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 3 3/4"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .355"; bullets: cast #358242 (#2 Alloy) .980" OAL
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra Jacketed HC	1.8	704	sugg start load; 9,100 cup; .925" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HC	2.5	959	max load; 15,900 cup; .925" OAL
95	Sierra FMJ	1.7	693	sugg start load; 9,500 cup; .900" OAL
95	Sierra FMJ	2.5	935	max load; 15,700 cup; .900" OAL
115	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	1.6	658	sugg start load; 9,100 cup; .956" OAL
115	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	2.5	921	max load; 15,900 cup; .956" OAL; potentially most accurate load
90	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	1.9	695	sugg start load; 11,100 cup; .980" OAL
90	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	2.5	900	max load; 15,800 cup; .980" OAL
120	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	1.4	610	sugg start load; 11,300 cup; .980" OAL
120	Cast Lyman #356242 (sized to .355" dia)	1.9	750	max load; 15,800 cup; .980" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: .677"; primers: Federal 100 and Winchester WSP; primer size: small pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 26; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 3 3/4"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady HP	2.9	895	COL: .970"; 15,900 cup
100	Hornady FMJ	2.7	840	COL: .980"; 15,200 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 3.75"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .675"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Speer AUTO GDHP	3.2	812	start charge
90	Speer AUTO GDHP	3.6	988	maximum charge
95	Speer TMJ RN	3.1	912	start charge
95	Speer TMJ RN	3.4	1012	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.680"; trim-to length: 0.670"; max cart. OAL: 0.984"; RCBS shell holder: #10; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Walther PP; barrel length: 3.8"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady HP-XTP	2.8	857
90	Hornady HP-XTP	3.0	904
90	Hornady HP-XTP	3.1	930	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets These loads were shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Walther PPK/S; barrel length: 3 1/4 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WSP; bullet diameter: .355"; maximum COAL: .980"; maximum case length: .680"; trim to length: .675"; COAL: .965".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Jacketed	2.7	846	start load; min OAL: 0.970
90	Jacketed	2.9	895	never exceed; min OAL: 0.970; 15,900 cup
100	Jacketed	2.7	824	start load; min OAL: 0.980
100	Jacketed	2.7	840	never exceed; min OAL: 0.980; 15,200 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. (MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
100	Speer JHP	3.0	955	note decrease in long-barrel velocity
in a 2 1/2-inch barrel All handloads utilize Federal brass and CCI 500 primers. (Handloader Issue 66)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
100	Speer JHP	3.0	948	note decrease in long-barrel velocity
in a 3.3-inch barrel All handloads utilize Federal brass and CCI 500 primers. (Handloader Issue 66)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra JHC	3.1	973	accurate and powerful
in an OMC Back Up Loads chronographed in an OMC "Back Up" .380, 2 1/2-inch barrel; Oehler M-32 Chronotach with Model 61 Skyscreens, 10 feet instrumental converted to muzzle velocity; average temperature 50 degrees; all loads in Winchester brass with CCI 500 primers (Rifle Issue #44 - March, 1976)

.40 Smith & Wesson / .40 S&W

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP	5.0	953	start charge
180	Speer GDHP SB, TMJ FN or GDHP	5.5	1020	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.850"; trim-to length: 0.840"; max cart. OAL: 1.135"; RCBS shell holder: #27; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 500; test firearm: Smith & Wesson M4006; barrel length: 4"; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: These loads were developed and tested for safe use in HANDGUNS. Not all loads may be suitable for use in a carbine or rifle chambered for this cartridge. If loading for a carbine or rifle, choose from among the loads developing the highest handgun velocities and load just a few rounds. Thoroughly test this small sample in your firearm in slow-fire mode, insuring that you achieve proper feeding and ejection. Be certain that all bullets exit the barrel; watching the target for each bullet strike is the best way to know that the load produces sufficient gas volume for a longer barrel. Use maximum loads with CAUTION.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
125	SinterFire	4.6	1069	start load; COL: 1.120"; 27,900 psi
125	SinterFire	5.2	1143	max load; COL: 1.120"; 31,200 psi
135	Nosler JHP	6.0	1172	start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,500 psi
135	Nosler JHP	6.6	1263	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,200 psi
140	Barnes TAC-XP	3.3	820	start load; COL: 1.135"; 26,900 psi
140	Barnes TAC-XP	3.9	933	max load; COL: 1.135"; 32,900 psi
150	Nosler JHP	5.2	1080	start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,100 psi
150	Nosler JHP	5.5	1143	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,600 psi
155	Hornady XTP	5.2	1054	start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,600 psi
155	Hornady XTP	5.8	1138	max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,700 psi
155	Berry's Bullets FP	4.9	1010	start load; COL: 1.125"; 23,300 psi
155	Berry's Bullets FP	5.5	1134	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,700 psi
165	Sierra JHP	5.0	997	start load; COL: 1.125"; 28,000 psi
165	Sierra JHP	5.5	1066	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,900 psi
165	Berry's Bullets FP	4.6	994	start load; COL: 1.125"; 28,100 psi
165	Berry's Bullets FP	5.0	1043	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,100 psi
180	Berry's Bullets FP	4.2	900	start load; COL: 1.125"; 25,800 psi
180	Berry's Bullets FP	4.7	986	max load; COL: 1.125"; 33,500 psi
180	Hornady XTP	4.3	904	start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,700 psi
180	Hornady XTP	4.8	966	max load; COL: 1.125"; 32,500 psi
200	Hornady XTP	3.5	744	start load; COL: 1.125"; 27,000 psi
200	Hornady XTP	3.9	810	max load; COL: 1.125"; 30,700 psi
Hodgdon Data Case: Hornady; twist: 1:16"; primer: Winchester SP, Small Pistol; barrel length: 4"; trim length: .845"; bullet diam.: .400". This data is intended for use in firearms with barrels which fully support the cartridge in the chamber. Use of this data in firearms which do not fully support the cartridge, such as Glock, may result in bulged cases, ruptured cases, case head separation, or other conditions which may result in damage to the firearm and/or result in injury or death of the shooter and/or bystanders.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
135	Jacketed	5.8	1144	start load; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125
135	Jacketed	6.2	1210	NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125; 32,900 psi
Lee Precision 135 GR Data Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. (MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
150	Jacketed	5.0	1028	start load; min. OAL: 1.125
150	Jacketed	5.5	1120	NEVER EXCEED; compressed charge; min. OAL: 1.125; 34,000 psi
Lee Precision 150 GR Data Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. (MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Jacketed Bullet	4.1	873	start load; min. OAL: 1.125
180	Jacketed Bullet	4.6	970	NEVER EXCEED; min. OAL: 1.125; 34,600 psi
Lee Precision 180 GR Data Do not use reloads in Glock or similar guns with chambers that do not fully support the cartridge due to the intrusion of the feed ramp. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Small Pistol Primer. (MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP	5.5	1020	maximum load
180	Speer Gold Dot TMJ or GD-HP	5.0	953
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.

.41 Magnum / .41 Remington Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
170	Sierra JHC	8.4	1375	max load; COL: 1.575"; 39,800 cup
210	Hornady XTP	7.6	1185	max load; COL: 1.580"; 39,000 cup
Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Remington; twist: 1:18.75"; primer: Winchester LP; barrel length: 10.125"; trim length: 1.280"; BULLET DIAM.: .410". NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
170	Jacketed	7.4	1226	start load; min OAL: 1.575
170	Jacketed	8.4	1375	never exceed; min OAL: 1.575; 39,800 cup
210	Jacketed	6.9	1077	start load; min OAL: 1.590
210	Jacketed	7.6	1185	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,000 cup
210	Lead	6.7	1073	start load; min OAL: 1.590
210	Lead	7.4	1180	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,100 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS; maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. (Modern Reloading, Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
210	Lead	7.5	1,230	pressure: 39,900
210	S-P	7.8	1,220	pressure: 39,800
Magnum Loading Data All loads except Speer bullets shot in solid test barrels. (Handloader Issue #15)

.44 Remington Magnum / .44 Magnum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Speer LSWC	5.5	836	start charge
240	Speer LSWC	6.0	871	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.610"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Ruger Redhawk; barrel length: 7.5"; NOTE: The 225-grain SWC GC and 250-grain K bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	LRNFP Cast	4.3	818	max load; COL: 1.570"; 11,700 cup
200	Nosler JHP	10.1	1300	max load; bullet diam.: .429; COL: 1.600"; 40,000 cup
220	Berry's Bullets FP	5.0	717	start load; COL: 1.610"; 11,400 psi
220	Berry's Bullets FP	8.4	1085	max load; COL: 1.610"; 20,700 psi
225	Speer JHP	9.8	1235	max load; bullet diam.: .429"; COL: 1.575"; 40,000 cup
240	LSWC Cast	9.5	1185	max load; COL: 1.620"; 40,000 cup
Hodgdon Pistol Data - IMR Powder Case: Winchester; barrel length: 8.275"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.280"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .430" (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Jacketed	8.9	1160	start load; min OAL: 1.610
200	Jacketed	10.1	1300	never exceed; min OAL: 1.610; 40,000 cup
225	Jacketed	8.6	1100	start load; min OAL: 1.585
225	Jacketed	9.8	1235	never exceed; min OAL: 1.585; 40,000 cup
240	Jacketed	9.2	1081	start load; min OAL: 1.590
240	Jacketed	10.3	1200	never exceed; min OAL: 1.590; 39,400 cup
240	Lead	8.4	1057	start load; min OAL: 1.585
240	Lead	9.5	1185	never exceed; min OAL: 1.585; 40,000 cup
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
200	Speer Special GDHP SB	7.9	997	start charge
200	Speer Special GDHP SB	9.0	1109	maximum charge
Short Barrel Velocities (Speer Reloading Manual #14) max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.610"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Speer; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: S&W M29; barrel length: 4"; NOTE: these loads do not produce maximum pressure; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Round Nose Flat Point	4.4	716	starting load
225	Round Nose Flat Point	5.7	874	maximum load
Cowboy Loads (Oregon Trail Bullet Handgun Data) test gun: Ruger 7 1/2", WLP; OAL: 1.560; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Semi Wad Cutter	6.5	1,003	maximum load
Reduced Practice Loads (Oregon Trail Bullet Handgun Data) test gun: Ruger Super Redhawk, 9 1/2", WLP; OAL: 1.605; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	5.2	626
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	5.6	672
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	6.0	729
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	6.5	785
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	6.9	841
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	7.3	890	maximum load
Using 180 GR Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. 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".

.44 Russian

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
190	Bull-X SWC	4.0	762	OAL: 1.29 inches; moderate pressure
215	Bull-X SWC	4.5	850	OAL: 1.31 inches; near maximum pressure; 5th best accuracy; highest muzzle velocity
240	Bull-X SWC	4.0	770	OAL: 1.31 inches; near maximum pressure; 2nd best accuracy; duplicates factory load
240	Lyman 429421 HP	4.2	774	OAL: 1.31 inches; maximum pressure; 3rd best accuracy
240	Rainier TCJ	4.2	722	OAL: 1.29 inches; near maximum pressure
The test gun was a Colt Single Action Army .44 Special with a 7 1/2-inch barrel. All test loads used Remington cases and Remington 2 1/2 primers. (Handloader Issue 164)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer FN or CM	3.5	753	start charge
200	Speer FN or CM	3.9	796	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 Cowboy Action Shooting Data; max. case length: 0.970"; trim-to length: 0.960"; max cart. OAL: 1.430"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Cimarron SAA; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
245	Lyman 429383 RN	3.8	705
245	Lyman 429383 RN	4.3	751	most accurate load with RN bullet
Test gun was a Colt New Frontier with a 7 1/2-inch barrel. Starline cases and Federal 150 Large Pistol primers used throughout. (Handloader Issue 226)

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

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Hornady LSWC	4.9	740	bullet diam.: .430"; COL: 1.470"; 13,900 cup
246	Rem LRN	4.8	740	bullet diam.: .431"; COL: 1.570"; 13,600 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 6.5"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.155"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
238	Lyman 429421	5.3	772	case expansion normal
Loads designated maximum or near maximum must not be used in old or light-frame revolvers!
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Hornady XTP	7.0	1,061	group: 1.25 inches
Warning! Notes Loads fired from a 4 3/4-inch barrel.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Hornady 180 XTP	7.0	1,061	group (inches): 1.25
180	Sierra 180 JHC	7.0	1,052	group (inches): 2.0
180	Lyman 429348 WC	7.0	1,055	group (inches): SC
Colt Peacemaker Loads SC = 3.5 inches or more (Loading the Peacemaker)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Cast LRNFP	4.8	929	start load; COL: 1.400"; 11,800 cup
185	Cast LRNFP	5.4	1013	max load; COL: 1.400"; 13,500 cup
200	Cast LRNFP	4.1	831	start load; COL: 1.450"; 9,400 cup
200	Cast LRNFP	5.0	943	max load; COL: 1.450"; 13,400 cup
200	Nosler JHP	4.7	824	start load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 11,000 cup
200	Nosler JHP	5.3	902	max load; COL: 1.460"; bullet diam.: .429"; 13,500 cup
220	Berry's Bullets FP	4.5 777	start load; COL: 1.460"; 9,700 cup
220	Berry's Bullets FP	5.2	872	max load; COL: 1.460"; 13,200 cup
240	Cast LSWC	4.3	811	start load; COL: 1.450"; 11,700 cup
240	Cast LSWC	4.9	869	max load; COL: 1.450"; 13,800 cup
Hodgdon Data Case: Starline; barrel length: 8"; twist: 1:20"; trim length: 1.155"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam. .430" (except where otherwise specified in remarks). NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
238	Lyman 429421	5.3	772	case: R-P; primer: R 2 1/2; expansion: normal
Lead Bullets Loads designated maximum or near max must not be used in old or light-frame revolvers! (Handloader Issue 91)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Lead	4.3	666	start load; min OAL: 1.470
240	Lead	4.9	740	never exceed; min OAL: 1.470; 13,900 cup
246	Lead	4.3	678	start load; min OAL: 1.570
246	Lead	4.8	740	never exceed; min OAL: 1.570; 13,600 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. Large Pistol Primer.(MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer FN or CM	5.4	908	start charge
200	Speer FN or CM	6.2	1014	maximum charge
225	Speer SWC GC	4.8	828	start charge
225	Speer SWC GC	5.5	895	maximum charge
240	Speer LSWC	4.1	640	start charge; a Taurus revolver with 3" barrel used
240	Speer LSWC	4.6	734	maximum charge; a Taurus revolver with 3" barrel used
200	Speer GDHP SB	5.3	800	start charge
200	Speer GDHP SB	6.1	902	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.160"; trim-to length: 1.150"; max cart. OAL: 1.615"; RCBS shell holder: #18; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); test firearm: Cimarron SAA; barrel length: 5.5"; NOTE: The 200-grain FN & CM, the 225-grain SWC GC and the 250-grain K bullets were cast in RCBS moulds. RCBS crimp-on gas checks used for the 225-grain SWC GC bullets. Maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	4.4	609
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	4.9	668
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	5.4	740
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	5.9	810
180	Hornady FP-Cowboy	6.4	876	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Smith & Wesson 624; barrel length: 4 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: 0.430"; 180 GR Hornady HP-XTP COAL: 1.480"; FP-Cowboy COAL: 1.490"; 200 GR HP-XTP COAL: 1.470"; 240 GR HP-XTP & CL-SIL COAL: 1.480"; 240 GR SWC-HP & SWC COAL: 1.490"; maximum COAL: 1.500"; maximum length: 1.160"; trim to length: 1.150".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
240	Semi Wad Cutter	3.9	655	starting load
240	Semi Wad Cutter	4.5	728	maximum load
Standard Loads (Oregon Trail Bullet Handgun Data) test gun: Smith & Wesson 6", WLP; OAL: 1.480; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths

.45 ACP

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Cast LSWC	5.4	1004	start load; COL: 1.230"; 13,500 cup
155	Cast LSWC	6.0	1076	max load; COL: 1.230"; 16,400 cup
155	SinterFire	5.3	955	start load; COL: 1.220"; 14,500 cup
155	SinterFire	5.8	1045	max load; COL: 1.220"; 16,200 cup
160	Barnes TAC-XP	4.3	913	start load; COL: 1.200"; 16,600 psi
160	Barnes TAC-XP	4.7	982	max load; COL: 1.200"; 19,700 psi
180	LFP	5.0	903	start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 13,300 cup
180	LFP	5.6	982	max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.140"; 16,000 cup
185	Hornady JSWC	4.9	873	start load; COL: 1.135"; 14,000 cup
185	Hornady JSWC	5.5	959	max load COL: 1.135"; 17,100 cup
200	Speer JHP	4.8	844	start load; COL: 1.155"; 14,400 cup
200	Speer JHP	5.3	911	max load; COL: 1.155"; 16,700 cup
200	Cast LSWC	4.6	821	start load; COL: 1.225"; 12,100 cup
200	Cast LSWC	5.3	921	max load; COL: 1.225"; 16,300 cup
230	LRN	4.5	831	start load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 14,500 cup
230	LRN	5.0	893	max load; bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.200"; 17,700 cup
230	Hornady FMJ FP	4.4	758	start load; COL: 1.200"; 12,700 cup
230	Hornady FMJ FP	4.9	842	max load; COL: 1.200"; 16,600 cup
Hodgdon Data Case: Winchester; twist: 1:16"; primer: Federal 150, Large Pistol; barrel length: 5"; trim length: .893"; bullet diam.: .451" (except where otherwise specified in remarks)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Rem MC HP	5.3	845	COL: 1.210"; 17,500 cup
200	Hornady LSWC	5.5	930	bullet diam.: .452"; COL: 1.170"; 17,700 cup
200	Speer JHP	5.1	815	COL: 1.170"; 17,500 cup
230	Rem LRN	4.7	775	COL: 1.270"; 17,700 cup
230	Rem MC	5.0	770	COL: 1.260"; 17,700 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .893"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .451" (except where otherwise specified in remarks); NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Nosler JHP	5.2	909	case expansion near maximum
Jacketed Source: Handloader Issue #145 - May/June, 1990
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Jacketed	4.4	760	start load; min OAL: 1.210
185	Jacketed	5.3	950	never exceed; min OAL: 1.210; 17,900 cup
200	Jacketed	4.6	748	start load; min OAL: 1.170
200	Jacketed	5.1	815	never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 17,500 cup
230	Jacketed	4.5	693	start load; min OAL: 1.260
230	Jacketed	5.0	770	never exceed; min OAL: 1.260; 17,700 cup
230	Lead	4.2	698	start load; min OAL: 1.270
230	Lead	4.7	775	never exceed; min OAL: 1.270; 17,700 cup
200	Lead	4.4	768	start load; min OAL: 1.170
200	Lead	5.5	930	never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 17,700 cup
Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Cast #452389	4.0	760	sugg. start load; 8,800 cup
185	Cast #452389	5.5	1010	max load; 17,500 cup
195	Cast #452488	4.0	735	sugg. start load; 9,600 cup
195	Cast #452488	5.2	950	max load; 16,700 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: .895"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used size to .450" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .450". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .45 ACP Cast Bullet Data (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Remington Jacketed SWC/FMJ	3.4	675	sugg. start load; 1.135" OAL; 7,900 cup
185	Remington Jacketed SWC/FMJ	5.0	967	max load; 1.135" OAL; 17,800 cup
185	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	3.5	612	sugg. start load; 1.175" OAL; 7,500 cup
185	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	5.5	933	max load; 1.175" OAL; 17,800 cup
200	Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP	3.3	597	sugg. start load; 1.178" OAL; 7,400 cup
200	Speer Gold Dot Jacketed HP	4.9	871	max load; 1.178" OAL; 17,300 cup
225	Speer Jacketed HP	3.1	549	sugg. start load; 1.243" OAL; 7,500 cup
225	Speer Jacketed HP	4.8	796	max load; 1.243" OAL; 17,200 cup
230	Speer TMJ	3.6	667	sugg. start load; 1.275" OAL; 11,200 cup
230	Speer TMJ	4.8	867	max load; 1.275" OAL; 17,900 cup; potentially most accurate load
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington, Federal; trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer Semi-wadcutter	4.2	790	maximum load
200	Speer Semi-wadcutter	3.8	715
230	Speer RN	4.7	838	maximum load
230	Speer RN	4.3	767
185	Speer TMJ Match	4.7	798	maximum load
185	Speer TMJ Match	4.3	731
200	Speer TMJ Combat	4.8	794	maximum load; developed for target velocity rather than at maximum pressure
200	Speer TMJ Combat	4.3	738	developed for target velocity rather than at maximum pressure
200	Speer Hollow Point	5.1	892	maximum load
200	Speer Hollow Point	4.6	815
225	Speer Hollow Point	5.0	820	maximum load
225	Speer Hollow Point	4.5	747
230	Speer TMJ	5.1	820	maximum load
230	Speer TMJ	4.6	728
260	Speer Hollow Point	4.9	794	maximum load
260	Speer Hollow Point	4.4	722
Speer Reloading Manual #11 gun: Colt Gov't. Model; barrel: 5"; twist: 1-16; cases: Speer; primers: CCI-300; maximum loads listed should be used with caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer LSWC	3.8	715	start charge
200	Speer LSWC	4.2	790	maximum charge
230	Speer LRN	4.3	767	start charge
230	Speer LRN	4.7	838	maximum charge
185	Speer TMJ Match SWC	4.3	731	start charge
185	Speer TMJ Match SWC	4.7	798	maximum charge
185	Speer GDHP or TMJ FN	5.8	889	start charge
185	Speer GDHP or TMJ FN	6.5	997	maximum charge
230	Speer TMJ RN	4.6	710	start charge
230	Speer TMJ RN	5.1	815	maximum charge
230	Speer GDHP SB or GDHP	4.5	748	start charge
230	Speer GDHP SB or GDHP	5.0	818	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
230	Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol FMJ or JHP	5.0	800	max
230	Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol FMJ or JHP	4.5	735
230	Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol FMJ or JHP	4.0	670	most accurate load tested
Using Nosler Bullets Handgun; case: Winchester; primer: Fed. 150; barrel length/make: 5" Douglas; twist: 1-16"; bullets: 185 GR Nosler Custom Competition JHP or 230 GR Nosler Sporting Handgun Pistol FMJ or JHP; OACL: 1.200"; maximum OACL: 1.275". Use Maximum Loads with Caution
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
160	Saeco (Redding) #063	5.5	941	sugg. start load; 13,000 cup
160	Saeco (Redding) #063	6.1	1040	max load; 16,500 cup
170	Saeco (Redding) #062	5.4	972	sugg. start load; 13,700 cup
170	Saeco (Redding) #062	6.0	1043	max load; 17,500 cup
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"; 160 grain OAL: 1.255"; 170 grain OAL: 1.250" (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Lyman #452374 HP	5.2	934	sugg. start load; 14,000 cup
180	Lyman #452374 HP	5.7	1019	max load; 17,600 cup
185	RCBS #45-185-SWC-BB	4.5	860	sugg. start load; 13,600 cup
185	RCBS #45-185-SWC-BB	5.0	943	max load; 17,500 cup
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"; 180 grain OAL: 1.190"; 185 grain OAL: 1.180" (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 4th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Lyman #452460	4.0	745	sugg. start load; 10,300 cup
200	Lyman #452460	5.2	940	max load; 17,300 cup
200	Lyman #452630	4.4	676	sugg. start load; 10,000 cup
200	Lyman #452630	5.5	884	max load; 17,500 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Data cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used; Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"; Lyman #452460 OAL: 1.161"; Lyman #452630 OAL: 1.235" (Lyman Cast Bullet Manual 4th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
215	Saeco (Redding) #058	4.9	855	sugg. start load; 13,800 cup
215	Saeco (Redding) #058	5.4	927	max load; 17,500 cup
230	Lee #TL452-230-TC	4.2	794	sugg. start load; 13,300 cup
230	Lee #TL452-230-TC	4.7	865	max load; 17,600 cup
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.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Lyman #452374	4.0	695	sugg. start load; 10,500 cup
225	Lyman #452374	5.0	855	max load; 17,300 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Data cases: Remington (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 2; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used; Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .450"; OAL: 1.272" (Lyman Cast Bullet Manual 4th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Semi Wad Cutter	5.0	901
230	Round Nose	4.2	782
Oregon Trail Handgun Data test gun: Entreprise 1911 frame, 5" Bar-Sto barrel, WLP; 200 gr Semi Wad Cutter OAL: 1.250; 230 gr Round Nose OAL: 1.260; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
180	Semi Wad Cutter	4.0	770	starting load
180	Semi Wad Cutter	5.5	1,010	maximum load
200	Semi Wad Cutter	4.4	823	starting load
200	Semi Wad Cutter	5.4	968	maximum load
225	Flat Point	4.0	740	starting load
225	Flat Point	4.8	837	maximum load
230	Round Nose	4.0	755	starting load
230	Round Nose	4.8	852	maximum load
Standard Loads (Oregon Trail Handgun Data) test gun: Entreprise 1911 frame, 5" Bar-Sto barrel, WLP; 180 and 200 gr Semi Wad Cutter OAL: 1.250; 225 Flat Point OAL: 1.205; 230 Round Nose OAL: 1.260; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Cast #452460	4.0	745	sugg. start load; 1.161" OAL; 10,300 cup
200	Cast #452460	5.2	940	max load; 1.161" OAL; 17,300 cup
200	Cast #452630	4.4	676	sugg. start load; 1.235" OAL; 10,000 cup
200	Cast #452630	5.5	884	max load; 1.235" OAL; 17,500 cup
225	Cast #452374	4.0	695	sugg. start load; 1.272" OAL; 10,500 cup
225	Cast #452374	5.0	855	max load; 1.272" OAL; 17,300 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.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Bull-X SWC	4.8	882	accurate
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. (Handloader Issue #218)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Bull-X SWC	4.8	855
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. (Handloader Issue #218)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer SWC/TMJ	4.8	759	case: Win.; primer: WLP
Light Target Loads Warning! Notes These loads were developed in a custom Colt Gold Cup with a Heinie 5-inch barrel. They usually require that a lighter than standard recoil spring be used for reliable functioning of various autoloading pistols. (Handloader Issue #172 - December, 1994)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Laser Cast SWC	4.8	886	overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
200	Laser Cast SWC	5.3	933	overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
200	Laser Cast SWC	5.8	994	overall loaded length (inches): 1.240
200	Montana/RCBS 45-201-SWC	4.8	894	overall loaded length (inches): 1.239
200	Montana/RCBS 45-201-SWC	5.8	1006	overall loaded length (inches): 1.239
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. (Handloader Issue #264 - Feb, 2010)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Bull-X SWC	5.4	911	case: Rem. primer: WLP
USPSA/IPSC Major-Power Match Loads Bullets in all are cast. Handgun used was a custom Para-Ordnance with a 5-inch Wilson barrel. (Handloader #172 - December, 1994)

.45 Auto Rim

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Jacketed	4.2	688	start load; min OAL: 1.170
200	Jacketed	4.6	750	never exceed; min OAL: 1.170; 14,875 cup
Lee Precision Data CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. (MODERN RELOADING Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Cast #452389	4.0	655	sugg. start load
185	Cast #452389	5.3	905	max load
238	Cast #452423	3.7	620	sugg. start load
238	Cast #452423	4.5	755	max load
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook cases: Remington; trim-to length: .894"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14A; cast bullets used size to .451" dia.; firearm used: Smith & Wesson Model 25 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); barrel length: 4 1/2 and 6 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter: .451". NOTE: More Lyman cast bullet data available under .45 Auto Rim (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	4.5	713	sugg. start load; 1.236" OAL; 8,200 cup
185	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	5.2	838	max load; 1.236" OAL; 11,900 cup
200	Speer Jacketed GDHP	3.4	491	sugg. start load; 1.180" OAL; 5,000 cup
200	Speer Jacketed GDHP	4.9	799	max load; 1.180" OAL; 13,400 cup
200	Cast #452460	4.0	675	sugg. start load; 1.161" OAL
200	Cast #452460	5.0	875	max load; 1.161" OAL
225	Cast #452374	4.0	625	sugg. start load; 1.265" OAL
225	Cast #452374	4.8	770	max load; 1.265" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Remington; trim-to length: .888"; primers: Remington 2 1/2; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14A; cast bullets used sized to .451" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver, Smith & Wesson Model 25; barrel length: Universal Receiver - 4 1/2", Model 25 - 6 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer LSWC	3.8	666	start charge
200	Speer LSWC	4.3	743	maximum charge
230	Speer LRN	4.3	687	start charge
230	Speer LRN	4.8	761	maximum charge
200	Speer GDHP	4.5	772	start charge
200	Speer GDHP	5.0	860	maximum charge
230	Speer GDHP, GDHP SB or 225 GR Colt JHP	4.4	724	start charge
230	Speer GDHP, GDHP SB or 225 GR Colt JHP	4.9	809	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 0.898"; trim-to length: 0.888"; max cart. OAL: 1.275"; RCBS shell holder: #8; cart. case: Remington; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: S&W Model 25-2; barrel length: 6.5"; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	4.8	734
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	5.1	767
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	5.4	808
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	5.7	848
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	5.9	882
185	Hornady HP-XTP or FMJ SWC	6.2	923	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Colt New Service .45 ACP; barrel length: 5 1/2"; case: Starline; primer: Federal 150; bullet diameter: .451"; HP-XTP COAL: 1.220"; FMJ SWC COAL: 1.135"; maximum COAL: 1.220"; maximum case length: .898"; trim to length: .888".

.45 Colt

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
185	JHP	9.0	1,100	energy: 497
Source: Cartridges of the World 10th Edition
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Oregon Trail RNFP	6.5	1051	overall loaded length (inches): 1.575
higher pressure loads Warning! A Browning Model 1885 Traditional Hunter with a 24-inch barrel was used to test-fire these loads. Starline cases and CCI 300 primers were used throughout. Bullet diameter: .452 inch; maximum case length: 1.285 inches; case trim-to length: 1.275 inches. Source: Rifle Single Shot Special Edition 2015.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
160	Cast LRNFP	4.8	857	start load; COL: 1.500"; 8,000 psi
160	Cast LRNFP	7.0	1142	max load; COL: 1.500"; 13,600 psi
180	Cast LRNFP	5.0	850	start load; COL: 1.540"; 9,100 psi
180	Cast LRNFP	6.5	1014	max load; COL: 1.540"; 12,600 psi
200	Cast LRNFP	5.0	822	start load; COL: 1.600"; 8,800 psi
200	Cast LRNFP	6.2	933	max load; COL: 1.600"; 12,400 psi
200	Hornady XTP	5.0	795	start load; COL: 1.600"; 10,500 psi
200	Hornady XTP	6.3	940	max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,400 psi
215	Cast LRNFP	4.7	752	start load; COL: 1.650"; 8,500 psi
215	Cast LRNFP	6.2	921	max load; COL: 1.650"; 12,800 psi
225	Hornady FTX	5.1	738	start load; COL: 1.600"; 10,200 psi
225	Hornady FTX	6.4	885	max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,400 psi
230	Cast LRNFP	4.7	771	start load; COL: 1.580"; 10,100 psi
230	Cast LRNFP	6.0	904	max load; COL: 1.580"; 13,500 psi
250	Cast LRNFP	4.8	765	start load; COL: 1.600"; 11,300 psi
250	Cast LRNFP	5.7	856	max load; COL: 1.600"; 13,200 psi
250	Hornady XTP	4.0	539	start load; COL: 1.595"; 10,200 psi
250	Hornady XTP	5.2	710	max load; COL: 1.595"; 13,200 psi
260	Speer JHP	4.0	523	start load; COL: 1.595"; 10,000 psi
260	Speer JHP	5.2	714	max load; COL: 1.595"; 12,500 psi
Hodgdon Pistol Data Case: Winchester; barrel length: 7.25"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: 1.280"; primer: Winchester LP; bullet diam.: .452". NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Lead	5.7	741	start load; min. OAL: 1.600
250	Lead	6.3	815	never exceed; min. OAL: 1.600; 13,710 cup
Lee Precision Data Large Pistol primer; with NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Round Nose Flat Point	5.6	798	starting load
200	Round Nose Flat Point	6.8	941	maximum load
250	Round Nose Flat Point	5.4	775	starting load
250	Round Nose Flat Point	6.4	875	maximum load
Oregon Trail Handgun Data test gun: Vaquero 4 3/4", WLP; standard velocity/cowboy loads; these loads are safe for use in Colt SAA and clones; 200 grain OAL: 1.575; 250 grain OAL: 1.580; never reduce stated overall lengths; do not exceed maximum loads
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer CAV	5.2	913	start charge
225	Speer CAV	6.0	1004	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 max. case length: 1.285"; trim-to length: 1.275"; max cart. OAL: 1.600"; RCBS shell holder: #20; cart. case: Winchester; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Winchester Model 95 "Trapper"; barrel length: 16"; bullets: 225-grain Speer CAV or 230-grain Speer CM; bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Cast #452460	5.9	922	sugg. start load; 1.550" OAL; 10,200 cup
200	Cast #452460	6.6	1009	max load; 1.550" OAL; 12,800 cup
250	Cast #454190	4.5	535	sugg. start load; 1.600" OAL
250	Cast #454190	6.0	800	max load; 1.600" OAL
250	Cast #452664	5.4	744	sugg. start load; 1.570" OAL
250	Cast #452664	6.0	809	max load; 1.570" OAL
255	Cast #452424	4.5	535	sugg. start load; 1.575" OAL
255	Cast #452424	6.0	785	max load; 1.575" OAL
Cast Bullet Handgun Data (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition) cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; cast bullets used sized to .452" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver & Ruger Blackhawk; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
255	Semi Wad Cutter	6.3	865	starting load; OAL: 1.595
255	Semi Wad Cutter	8.0	1,023	maximum load; OAL: 1.595
For Ruger (Oregon Trail Handgun Data) silhouette loads; test gun: Vaquero 4 3/4", WLP; Do not exceed maximum loads. Never reduce stated overall lengths. All 300 Flat Point are maximum loads; reduce 300 charges 3% to start; CAUTION The 300 grain loads are intended for Ruger revolvers and T/C pistols only!; These loads will produce higher velocities when fired in long-barreled revolvers and pistols for which they are intended.
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Speer LSWC	5.9	795	start charge; firmly roll-crimp over the bullet shoulder for reliable performance
200	Speer LSWC	6.9	959	maximum charge; firmly roll-crimp over the bullet shoulder for reliable performance
225	Speer CAV or 230 CM	5.2	767	start charge
225	Speer CAV or 230 CM	6.0	816	maximum charge
200	Speer GDHP	6.1	852	start charge
200	Speer GDHP	7.1	921	maximum charge
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
185	Sierra Jacketed HP	6.0	658	sugg. start load; 1.520" OAL
185	Sierra Jacketed HP	7.0	884	max load; 1.520" OAL
230	Speer Swaged Lead FN	5.8	871	sugg. start load; 1.590" OAL; 10,000 cup
230	Speer Swaged Lead FN	6.5	944	max load; 1.590" OAL; 12,900 cup
Handgun Data (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition) cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; firearms used: Universal Receiver & Ruger Blackhawk; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	RCBS 45-225-CAV cast	6.5	886	overall loaded length (inches): 1.5885; potentially the most accurate powder with that bullet
250	Oregon Trail RNFP .452-inch	5.0	697	overall loaded length (inches): 1.583
250	Oregon Trail RNFP .452-inch	5.5	760	overall loaded length (inches): 1.583
250	Oregon Trail RNFP .452-inch	6.0	801	overall loaded length (inches): 1.583
250	Oregon Trail RNFP .452-inch	6.5	861	overall loaded length (inches): 1.583
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. (Handloader Issue #275 - December, 2011)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
255	Cast #452424	6.3	955	10" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.630" OAL
255	Cast #452424	6.3	890	15" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.630" OAL
255	Cast #452424	8.0	1127	10" Bbl.; max load; 1.630" OAL; potentially most accurate load
255	Cast #452424	8.0	1073	15" Bbl.; max load; 1.630" OAL; potentially most accurate load
325	Cast #452651 gas check	5.5	632	10" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.585" OAL
325	Cast #452651 gas check	5.5	790	15" Bbl.; sugg. start load; 1.585" OAL
325	Cast #452651 gas check	6.7	768	10" Bbl.; max load; 1.585" OAL
325	Cast #452651 gas check	6.7	901	15" Bbl.; max load; 1.585" OAL
in a T/C Contender & Encore (Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition) This data was developed for use in the T/C Contender and Encore handguns. It can also be used in other single shot or bolt-action handguns such as the Remington XP-100 and Savage Striker. Do not use these loads in any other type of handgun. Shooters using the 15-inch 45 Colt/410 barrel must remove the internal choke before firing 45 Colt ammunition. Cases: Winchester; trim-to length: 1.275"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 11; cast bullets used sized to .452" dia.; firearm used: Thompson/Center Contender and Encore; barrel length: 10" Contender and 15" Encore; twist: 1-24" Contender and 1-16" Encore; groove dia.: .452"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
285	RCBS 45-270-SAA cast	6.5	850
Load Data ( 14,000 psi) primer: CCI 300 (Handloader Issue #246 - April/May 2007)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Hornady SWC or L-C/T	5.7	822
200	Hornady SWC or L-C/T	6.2	864
200	Hornady SWC or L-C/T	6.6	906
200	Hornady SWC or L-C/T	7.1	948	maximum load
Revolver (Using 200 GR Hornady Bullets) This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Ruger New Model (Bisley) Blackhawk; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WLP; bullet diameter: .452"; COAL: 1.595"; maximum COAL: 1.600"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.275";
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	4.4	638
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	4.9	691
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	5.4	744
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	5.9	798	maximum load
Revolver (Using 255 GR Hornady Bullets) This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Ruger New Model (Bisley) Blackhawk; barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester WLP; bullet diameter: .452"; COAL: 1.575"; maximum COAL: 1.600"; maximum case length: 1.285"; trim to length: 1.275";
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
250	Oregon Trail Laser-Cast RNFP	6.4	860
Traditional Handload Data All loads, fired from a 4 3/4-inch barreled USFA Pre-War SAA, produced between 850 and 870 fps average velocity and are thus listed at 860 fps to more or less duplicate traditional .45 Colt ballistics. Starline cases and CCI 300 Large Pistol primers were used throughout. Overall loaded length: 1.575 inches. Bullet diameter: .452 inch used herein (.454 inch suggested for guns with throats .454 or larger); maximum case length: 1.285 inches; trim-to case length: 1.275 inches. (Handloader Issue #291 - August, 2014)

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

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Cast #452460	4.5	821	sugg. start load; 1.340" OAL; 8,400 cup
200	Cast #452460	5.0	895	max load; 1.340" OAL; 10,700 cup
250	Cast #454190	4.0	735	sugg. start load; 1.390" OAL; 9,600 cup
250	Cast #454190	4.5	794	max load; 1.390" OAL; 11,200 cup
250	Cast #452664	4.3	769	sugg. start load; 1.390" OAL; 10,600 cup
250	Cast #452664	4.8	819	max load; 1.390" OAL; 11,600 cup
255	Cast #452424	4.3	760	sugg. start load; 1.460" OAL; 9,500 cup
255	Cast #452424	4.8	820	max load; 1.460" OAL; 11,400 cup
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Starline; trim-to length: 1.095"; primers: Winchester WLP; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 14B; cast bullets used sized to .452" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 7 1/2"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .451"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
225	Speer CAV	3.9	669	start charge
225	Speer CAV	4.3	719	maximum charge
Speer Reloading Manual #14 Cowboy Action Shooting Data; max. case length: 1.090"; trim-to length: 1.080"; max cart. OAL: 1.430"; RCBS shell holder: #35; cart. case: Starline; primer: CCI 300; test firearm: Colt Single Action Army; barrel length: 5.5"; a 230-GR Speer CM can also be used for these loads; NOTE: these bullets were cast in RCBS moulds; maximum loads should be used with CAUTION
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
230	Hornady LRN	3.4	484	Do Not Reduce
230	Hornady LRN	3.7	528
230	Hornady LRN	4.0	582
230	Hornady LRN	4.3	637
230	Hornady LRN	4.7	688	maximum load
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	3.1	520
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	3.5	571
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	3.9	622
255	Hornady FP Cowboy	4.3	674	maximum load
Using Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Ruger New Model Blackhawk (Bisley); barrel length: 5 1/2 inches; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Large Pistol; bullet diameter: .452"; 230 GR Hornady LRN COAL: 1.410"; 255 FP Cowboy COAL: 1.380"; maximum COAL: 1.410"; maximum case length: 1.109"; trim to length: 1.099".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Round Nose Flat Point	6.1	889
Cowboy Loads (Oregon Trail Handgun Data) test gun: Smith & Wesson 6", WLP; OAL: 1.39; never reduce stated overall lengths; DO NOT EXCEED THESE LOADS! Use only in modern .45 Colt revolvers or S&W Schofield reproductions in excellent condition. Original S&W top break revolvers should never be fired with smokeless powder loads!

.455 Colt-Eley

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
205	Hensley & Gibbs 68 SWC	4.7	782	case expansion: near max; accuracy class: B
215	Markell Lead SWC	4.5	706	case expansion: near max; accuracy class: B
250	Remington Lead RN	4.5	682	case expansion: near max; accuracy class: A
250	Remington Lead RN	4.8	707	case expansion: maximum; accuracy class: C
263	Ohaus 45-255K	4.7	689	case expansion: normal; accuracy class: B+; duplicates Dominion factory loads
263	Ohaus 45-255K	5.0	736	case expansion: maximum; accuracy class: B
250	Hornady JHP	5.0	707	case expansion: maximum; accuracy class: A; case expansion indicates highest pressure load
Test revolver was Colt New Service with 5 1/2-inch barrel. All loads employed Dominion (Canadian) .455 Colt cases. Federal No. 150 Large Pistol primers used in all handloads. Oehler Model 31 Chronograph and Model 51 screens used to measure velocities. Velocities are instrumental, measured 8 feet from muzzle (not corrected to muzzle velocity). Lyman 3-die reloading set used to resize cases and seat bullets. The following accuracy classification system was used in these tests: A+ = 1-inch or less at 20 yards; A = 1 1/16 - 1 1/2 inches; B = 1 9/16 - 2 inches; C = 2 1/16 - 2 1/2 inches; D = Over 2 1/2 inches. (Handloader Issue 114)

10mm Auto

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Remington JHP	6.4	1,220	34,300 psi
180	Winchester JHP	6.0	1,105	34,400 psi
200	Hornady XTP	5.2	975	33,000 psi
IMR Data - Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1:16"; trim length: .987"; primer: Remington 2 1/2; bullet diam.: .400"; COL: 1.250"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
155	Jacketed	6.2	1175	start load; min OAL: 1.250
155	Jacketed	6.4	1220	never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 34,300 psi
180	Jacketed	5.8	1065	start load; min OAL: 1.250
180	Jacketed	6.0	1105	never exceed; min OAL: 1.250; 34,400 psi
Lee Precision Data Large Pistol Primer. CAUTION: With NEVER EXCEED LOADS maintain Minimum Over All Length or longer. (Modern Reloading - Second Edition - Richard Lee)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
145	Lee #401-145-SWC	5.7	1217	sugg. start load; 26,000 cup
145	Lee #401-145-SWC	6.4	1311	max load; 29,700 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.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
200	Flat Point	4.6	941
Oregon Trail Handgun Data IPSC Major Loads test gun: Entreprise 1911 frame, 5" Bar-Sto barrel, WLP; OAL: 1.260; do not exceed maximum loads; never reduce stated overall lengths
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
150	Cast #401654	5.5	1167	sugg. start load; 1.240" OAL; 24,000 cup
150	Cast #401654	6.5	1310	max load; 1.240" OAL; 30,000 cup
175	Cast #401043	5.2	1102	sugg. start load; 1.260" OAL; 24,700 cup
175	Cast #401043	5.8	1170	max load; 1.260" OAL; 28,200 cup
Lyman Reloading Manual 49th Edition cases: Norma; trim-to length: .982"; primers: CCI 300; primer size: Large Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 15; cast bullets used sized to .401" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .400"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
135	Nosler Jacketed HP	5.5	1094	sugg. start load; 1.225" OAL; 19,800 cup
135	Nosler Jacketed HP	7.1	1345	max load; 1.225" OAL; 29,700 cup
150	Sierra Jacketed HP	5.0	937	sugg. start load; 20,700 cup
150	Sierra Jacketed HP	6.8	1282	max load; 30,000 cup
180	Sierra Jacketed HP	4.5	892	sugg. start load; 17,300 cup
180	Sierra Jacketed HP	5.8	1053	max load; 28,800 cup
190	Sierra Jacketed FP	4.8	951	sugg. start load; 20,300 cup
190	Sierra Jacketed FP	5.8	1086	max load; 29,800 cup
200	Hornady Jacketed HP	4.4	936	sugg. start load; 19,900 cup
200	Hornady Jacketed HP	5.8	1080	max load 29,500 cup
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)

9mm Largo / 9mm Bergmann-Bayard

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Speer GDHP or TMJ FN	4.1	967	start charge
115	Speer GDHP or TMJ FN	4.7	1110	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

9mm Luger / 9mm Parabellum

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady HP-XTP	4.2	1142	overall loaded length (inches): 1.070
90	Hornady HP-XTP	4.6	1288	overall loaded length (inches): 1.070
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. (Handloader Issue #282 - Feb/Mar, 2013)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
88	Speer JHP	5.3	1,407	OAL (inches): 1.04; case expansion: near max; accurate
90	Sierra JHP	5.2	1,366	OAL (inches): 1.03; case expansion: normal; accurate
100	Speer JHP	5.1	1,321	OAL (inches): 1.075; case expansion: maximum
115	Nosler FMJ	4.9	1,222	OAL (inches): 1.10; case expansion: maximum
115	Sierra JHP	4.8	1,228	OAL (inches): 1.08; case expansion: maximum; very accurate
115	Hornady JHP	4.6	1,156	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max
115	Speer JHP	4.7	1,205	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max
124	Hornady FMJ-FP	4.6	1,125	OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: maximum
130	Sierra FMJ-RN	4.5	1,103	OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: maximum
(Jacketed) in a Beretta Beretta 92-F, 5 inches. (Handloader Issue 134)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
88	Speer JHP	5.3	1,423	OAL (inches): 1.04; case expansion: near max; accurate
90	Sierra JHP	5.2	1,375	OAL (inches): 1.03; case expansion: normal
100	Speer JHP	5.1	1,327	OAL (inches): 1.075; case expansion: maximum
115	Nosler FMJ	4.9	1,240	OAL (inches): 1.10; case expansion: maximum
115	Sierra JHP	4.8	1,257	OAL (inches): 1.08; case expansion: maximum
115	Hornady JHP	4.6	1,187	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max
115	Speer JHP	4.7	1,221	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max
124	Hornady FMJ-FP	4.6	1,144	OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: maximum
130	Sierra FMJ-RN	4.5	1,120	OAL (inches): 1.12; case expansion: maximum
(Jacketed) in a Ruger Ruger P-85, 4 1/2 inches. (Handloader Issue 134)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
126	Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560)	3.5	1,012	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: normal
126	Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560)	3.8	1,053	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: near max
126	Magma SKU-9-125 roundnose cast (sized .3560)	4.0	1,085	OAL (inches): 1.11; case expansion: maximum
in a Beretta Federal cases and Federal 100 Small Pistol primers used for all loads. Velocities are instrumental at 10 feet from the muzzle, using Oehler Model 31 chronotach and Oehler Model 51 electronic screens with 10-foot spacing. Barrel lengths of test gun: Beretta, 5-inch barrel. (Handloader Issue 135)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
80	Barnes TAC-XP	3.1	1038	start load; COL: 1.025"; 25,800 psi
80	Barnes TAC-XP	3.5	1119	max load; COL: 1.025"; 31,000 psi
90	Speer GDHP	4.1	1215	start load; COL: 1.010"; 27,700 psi
90	Speer GDHP	4.5	1279	max load; COL: 1.010"; 32,200 psi
95	Sierra FMJ	4.1	1137	start load; COL: 1.020"; 26,300 psi
95	Sierra FMJ	4.5	1224	max load; COL: 1.020"; 31,500 psi
100	SinterFire	3.5	1015	start load; COL: 1.140"; 22,600 psi
100	SinterFire	4.0	1122	max load; COL: 1.140"; 26,700 psi
115	Lead Round Nose	3.3	986	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.100"; 25,200 psi
115	Lead Round Nose	3.7	1082	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.100"; 31,900 psi
115	Speer GDHP	3.9	991	start load; COL: 1.125"; 26,000 psi
115	Speer GDHP	4.2	1091	max load; COL: 1.125"; 31,900 psi
124	Berry's Bullets HBRN TP	3.7	894	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 24,700 psi
124	Berry's Bullets HBRN TP	4.2	1068	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 33,400 psi
125	Lead Conical Nose	2.9	899	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 23,700 psi
125	Lead Conical Nose	3.4	1003	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.125"; 31,600 psi
125	Hornady HAP	2.9	843	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 27,000 psi
125	Hornady HAP	3.4	938	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.069"; 33,500 psi
125	Sierra FMJ	3.0	845	start load; COL: 1.090"; 21,600 psi
125	Sierra FMJ	3.6	1007	max load; COL: 1.090"; 31,000 psi
130	Berry's Bullets RN	3.5	904	start load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 26,300 psi
130	Berry's Bullets RN	3.9	998	max load; bullet diam.: .356"; COL: 1.150"; 31,100 psi
147	Hornady XTP	2.6	764	start load; COL: 1.100"; 27,300 psi
147	Hornady XTP	2.9	838	max load; COL: 1.100"; 32,000 psi
Hodgdon Data Using IMR Powder Case: Winchester; twist: 1:10"; primer: CCI 500, Small Pistol; barrel length: 4"; trim length: .750"; bullet diam.: .355" (except where otherwise specified in remarks.)
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Rem JHP	4.7	1130	COL: 1.110"; 32,600 cup
124	Rem MC	4.8	1110	COL: 1.135"; 32,600 cup
147	Hornady XTP	3.7	935	COL: 1.130"; 32,100 cup
IMR Pistol Data Maximum Loads case: Remington; barrel length: 4.0"; twist: 1:10"; trim length: .750"; primer: CCI 500; bullet diam.: .355"; NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Jacketed	4.2	1017	start load; min OAL: 1.110
115	Jacketed	4.7	1130	never exceed; min OAL: 1.110; 32,600 cup
124	Jacketed	4.3	999	start load; min OAL: 1.135
124	Jacketed	4.8	1110	never exceed; min OAL: 1.135; 32,600 cup
147	XTP	3.3	850	start load; min OAL: 1.130
147	XTP	3.7	935	never exceed; min OAL: 1.130; 32,100 cup
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
92	Cast #358242	4.1	1125	sugg. start load; OAL: 1.045"; 22,800 cup
92	Cast #358242	5.1	1285	max load; OAL: 1.045"; 31,000 cup
115	Cast #358345	3.7	1045	sugg. start load; OAL: .997"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 25,200 cup
115	Cast #358345	4.4	1160	max load; OAL: .997"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 32,500 cup
121	Cast #356402	3.3	975	sugg. start load; OAL: 1.110"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 25,200 cup
121	Cast #356402	4.0	1080	max load; OAL: 1.110"; case: Win; primer: Win 1 1/2-108; 33,000 cup
Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook 3rd Edition The trim-to length should be adhered to closely. A short case or crimp on the mouth can cause problems with headspace. Most popular cast bullet for this caliber is #356402. Cases: Federal (except where otherwise specified in remarks); trim-to length: .751"; primers: CCI 500 (except where otherwise specified in remarks); primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .358" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; twist: 1-10"; groove diameter: .358"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
115	Speer GDHP or TMJ RN	4.0	1007	start charge
115	Speer GDHP or TMJ RN	4.4	1101	maximum charge
124	Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP	3.9	989	start charge
124	Speer TMJ RN, UCSP or GDHP	4.3	1067	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
90	Hornady HP-XTP	4.2	1142
90	Hornady HP-XTP	4.4	1215
90	Hornady HP-XTP	4.6	1288	maximum load
Using 90 GR Hornady Bullets This data was shot by Brian Pearce, Wolfe Publishing Company. Gun: Kimber 1911; barrel length: 5-inch; case: Starline; primer: Winchester Small Pistol; bullet diameter: .355"; COAL: 1.070"; maximum COAL: 1.169"; maximum case length: .754"; trim to length: .749".
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Cast #356242	4.1	1125	sugg. start load; 22,800 cup; 1.045" OAL
90	Cast #356242	5.1	1285	max load; 31,000 cup; 1.045" OAL
120	Cast #356242	3.0	940	sugg. start load; 26,000 cup; 1.065" OAL
120	Cast #356242	3.7	1080	max load; 31,600 cup; 1.065" OAL
120	Cast #356402	3.6	1031	sugg. start load; 26,600 cup; 1.110" OAL
120	Cast #356402	4.0	1115	max load; 31,800 cup; 1.110" OAL
147	Cast #356637	2.7	803	sugg. start load; 26,500 cup; 1.058" OAL
147	Cast #356637	3.3	921	max load; 32,200 cup; 1.058" OAL
Cast Bullet Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: .751"; primers: CCI 500; primer size; Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .356" dia.and all #2 Alloy; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	3.6	1027	sugg. start load; 25,000 cup; 1.010" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	4.5	1292	max load; 30,500 cup; 1.010" OAL
95	Sierra FMJ	3.2	893	sugg. start load; 19,600 cup; 1.005" OAL
95	Sierra FMJ	4.5	1301	max load; 31,400 cup; 1.005" OAL
115	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	3.1	918	sugg. start load; 20,200 cup; 1.090" OAL
115	Hornady Jacketed HP/XTP	4.5	1171	max load; 31,700 cup; 1.090" OAL
125	Sierra Jacketed HP	3.8	930	sugg. start load; 22,900 cup; 1.075" OAL
125	Sierra Jacketed HP	4.2	1022	max load; 31,400 cup; 1.075" OAL
147	Speer TMJ	2.8	766	sugg. start load; 23,300 cup; 1.115" OAL
147	Speer TMJ	3.6	949	max load; 30,700 cup; 1.115" OAL
Handgun Data Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Federal; trim-to length: .751"; primers: CCI 500; primer size; Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 4"; groove dia.: .355"
Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Hornady JHP	4.5	1,284	length (inches): 1.045; expansion: near max; accuracy class: C
115	Hornady JHP	5.0	1,183	length (inches): 1.110; expansion: maximum; accuracy class: C
in a 4-inch Barrel Test gun: S&W Model 39-2; R-P cases; Alcan SP primers. (Handloader Issue 97)

9mm Makarov

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Schroeder Jacketed HP	2.3	644	sugg. start load
90	Schroeder Jacketed HP	3.4	882	max load
95	Schroeder FMJ	2.3	616	sugg. start load
95	Schroeder FMJ	3.4	900	max load
100	Schroeder Jacketed HP	2.1	501	sugg. start load
100	Schroeder Jacketed HP	3.3	868	max load
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Starline; trim-to length: .710"; primers: Remington 1 1/2; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; firearm used: East German PM; barrel length: 3.6"; twist: 1-19"; groove dia.: .366"; .970" OAL

9X21mm

Wt.	Bullet	Charge	Velocity (FPS)	Remarks
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	4.5	1127	sugg. start load; 21,000 cup; 1.063" OAL
90	Sierra Jacketed HP	5.9	1419	max load; 31,800 cup; 1.063" OAL
115	Sierra Jacketed HP	4.0	882	sugg. start load; 22,000 cup; 1.063" OAL
115	Sierra Jacketed HP	5.5	1295	max load; 31,500 cup; 1.063" OAL
124	Hornady FMJ/FP	4.0	868	sugg. start load; 22,000 cup; 1.090" OAL
124	Hornady FMJ/FP	5.4	1235	max load; 31,500 cup; 1.090" OAL
120	Cast #356402	3.6	868	sugg. start load; 23,900 cup; 1.169" OAL
120	Cast #356402	5.2	1292	max load; 34,000 cup; 1.169" OAL
Lyman Reloading Handbook 49th Edition cases: Geco; trim-to length: .830"; primers: Winchester WSP; primer size: Small Pistol; Lyman shell holder: No. 12; cast bullets used sized to .355" dia.; firearm used: Universal Receiver; barrel length: 5"; twist: 1-16"; groove dia.: .355"