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Burning Rate Chart Current canister powders in order of approximate burning rate. This list is for reference only and not to be used for developing loads. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER OR NAMMO LAPUA OY, www.nammo.com. Vihtavuori
Norma
RWS
VECTAN
PRB
IMR
Alliant
PCL514
Fast Burning
P805 P801
Ba10
N320
PCL504 PCL505 PCL505 PCL506
Bullseye 700X PB SR7625
P804 P803 N330 N340 3N37 N350 3N38 N105
Accurate
W-W
Clays Clays Int. HP38
R1 N310
Hodgdon
Red Dot Green Dot
Solo 1000 Trap100
No. 2
231 452
473 Ba9
PCL501 SR4756
Unique Clays Universal HS-6 Herco
No. 5 540
Blue Dot
571 HS-7
No.7
Hercules 2400 R-123
No. 9 P806 R910
N110 200
S10 SR4759 Tubal1 PCL512 IMR4227
R901
N120
201 202
Tubal2 Tubal3 PCL508 IMR3031 Reloader 11 PCL507
296 680
H4227
MP 5744 1680 2015
H322 BL-(C)2 H335
2230 2460
IMR4198 Reloader 7 R902
N130 N133
H110 H4198
748
R903 IMR4064 IMR4895 Reloader 12
N530 N135
Tubal4 IMR4320
N140 N540 N150 N550
203B
R907
Tubal5 PCL511 Tubal6
Reloader15
R904 Tubal7
Slow Burning 2
Varget H380 H414 H4350
760 4350
H450 IMR4831
MRP MRP(2)
R905
785
Tubal8
H4831
3100
Reloader 22 IMR7828
H1000
N170 24N41 20N29
2700
IMR4350 Reloader 19
204 N160 N560 N165
2520 H4895
8700 H870 50BMG
Table of Contents BURNING RATE CHART .............. 2
7mm Weatherby Magnum .......... 22
.357 Remington Maximum 45 - 46
PREFACE ............................................. 4
.30 Carbine ..................................... 22
.40 S.&W. ........................................ 46
VIHTAVUORI POWDERS .............. 5
.30-30 Winchester ......................... 22
10mm AUTO ................................ 47
Rifle Powders ................................... 5
.300 Savage ..................................... 23
.41 Remington Magnum ............. 47
N100 series .................................. 5
.308 Winchester ..................... 23 - 25
.44 S.&W. Special .................. 47 - 48
N500 series .................................. 5
7.62 x 53R (7.62 Russian) .... 25 - 26
.44 Remington Magnum ..... 48 - 49
Powders for .50 BMG ................ 5
7.5x55 GP31 ................................... 26
.45 AUTO ....................................... 49
Handgun Powders .......................... 6
.30 - 06 Springfield ............... 27 - 28
.45 Colt ........................................... 50
ABOUT THE DATA ......................... 6
.300 H&H Magnum ..................... 28
.45 Winchester Magnum. ............ 50
Disclaimer ........................................ 6
.300 Winchester Short Magnum 29
.454 Casull ..................................... 51
How To Use The Data ................... 6
.300 Winchester Magnum. .......... 29
.50 AE ............................................. 51
Pressure ............................................. 7
.300 Weatherby Magnum ............ 30 .300 Remington Ultra Magnum 30
VIHTAVUORI SMOKELESS LOADS FOR COWBOY ACTION SHOOTING ................................................. 52
Properties of Smokeless
.30-.378 Weatherby Magnum ..... 31
.38 Special ...................................... 52
Powder .............................................. 8
7.62 x 39 ......................................... 31
.357 Magnum ................................ 53
How To Check Smokeless
.303 British ..................................... 31
.44 S.&W. Special .......................... 53
Powder For Deterioration ............. 8
8mm Mauser (8 x 57 JS) .............. 32
.44 Remington Magnum ............. 53
Considerations For Storage
.338 Winchester Magnum ........... 32
.45 Colt ........................................... 53
Of Smokeless Powder .................... 8
.338 LAPUA Magnum ......... 33 - 34
NOTES ................................................ 54
Recommendations For Storage
9.3 x 62 ........................................... 33
Of Smokeless Powder .................... 8
9.3 x 74R ........................................ 33
VIHTAVUORI WORDWIDE DISTRIBUTORS LIST ................................... 55
RELOADING SAFETY ............. 9 - 10
.375 H&H Magnum ..................... 34
PROPERTIES AND STORAGE OF SMOKELESS POWDER ................... 7
RIFLE RELOADING DATA ......... 11 Disclaimer ...................................... 11 .22 Hornet ...................................... 11 .222 Remington .................... 11 - 12
.300 LAPUA Magnum ................. 30
.444 Marlin .................................... 34 .45-70 Government ....................... 34 .458 Winchester Magnum ........... 35 .50 BMG ......................................... 35
.223 Remington .................... 12 - 13
HANDGUN RELOADING
.22 PPC - USA ............................... 13
DATA ................................................. 37
.22-250 Remington ....................... 14
Disclaimer ...................................... 37
6 PPC - USA .................................. 14
7mm TCU ...................................... 37
6 mm B.R. Norma ................ 14 - 15
7mm BR Remington ................... 38
.243 Winchester ............................. 15
7 x 49 GJW .................................... 38
.240 Weatherby Magnum ............ 16
7.62 x 25 Tokarev ................. 38 - 39
.25-06 Remington ......................... 16
.32 S.&W. Long N.P. .................... 39
.260 Remington ............................ 17
.32 S.&W. Long Wadcutter ......... 39
6.5 x 55 SE ............................. 17 - 18
9mm Luger ............................. 39 - 41
6.5 - .284 Norma ........................... 19
9 x 21 .............................................. 41
.270 Winchester Short Magnum 19
9 x 23 Winchester ......................... 41
.270 Winchester ............................. 19
.357 SIG .......................................... 42
.270 Weatherby Magnum ............ 20
.38 Super Auto ...................... 42 - 43
7mm - 08 Remington .................. 20
.38 Super LAPUA ......................... 43
7 x 57 .............................................. 21
.38 Special .............................. 43 - 44
7mm Remington Magnum ........ 21
.357 Magnum ........................ 44 - 45 3
Preface Dear Vihtavuori customer, The new Vihtavuori Reloading Guide 1/2004 for Centerfire Ammunition is an updated version of the previous Vihtavuori Reloading Guides. The contents of this new issue has been revised with loading data for the following popular calibres ❏ ❏ ❏
.270 Winchester Short Magnum .300 Winchester Short Magnum 7,62 x 25 Tokarev
Furthermore the loading data has been updated with many new premium-class hunting and match grade bullets. To keep the load data as current as possible, many obsolete bullets has been removed from the tables. As a courtesy to the reloader the load tables contain now notes of compressed loads and loads to fill the case up. For increased usability this new edition features data in both measuring systems i.e. charge weight in grams and grains as well as muzzle velocity in meters and feet per second. A completely new feature in the Vihtavuori Reloading Guide is the accuracy loads noted in the load tables. These loads utilise word-wide well-known LAPUA cartridge components and are factorytested either for even pressure/muzzle velocity characters or even grouping, or both. These loads are highlighted in the load tables by grey shadowing. All the loads in this guide are pressure tested according to the CIP method. The maximum loads given in the tables are determined according to the CIP/SAAMI maximum pressure specifications, whichever is lower. The listed maximum loads must never be exceeded. Due to the differences in the cartridge components, individual weapons, shooting temperatures etc. always start developing your load by using the starting load according to the loading data. If there is no indication of the starting load, use 15 % lower charge than the listed maximum load as your starting load. The Vihtavuori powders are manufactured by Nexplo Vihtavuori Oy in Vihtavuori plant. Sales and marketing of reloading powders as well as customer service are carried out by Nammo Lapua Oy. Contact details of our customer service and the list of Vihtavuori Distributors can be found in the back of this guide. For latest updates of data and distributors check also at www.vihtavuori.fi/ www.lapua.com, where this guide can also be downloaded in pdf-format. We wish you successful reloading with Vihtavuori powders.
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Rifle Powders N100 series The series N100 powders are primarily rifle powders, with suitable speeds to optimize handloading from the tiny .17 Remington and .22 Hornet all the way to the monster bashing .458 Winchester Magnum. There are ten speeds in this series and they include: N110: This is a very fast burning propellant that can be used in applications which previously used Hercules 2400, Hodgdon H110, or Winchester 296. Typical applications include: .22 Hornet, .25-20 Winchester, .357 S&W Magnum, .357 Maximum, .44 Magnum, and .45 Winchester Magnum. N 120: This speed needs higher pressure than N110 in order to optimize burning. Burning rate falls near the various 4227s. It works superbly with comparatively light bullets in .22 caliber cartridges. It is, by nature, a limited application propellant. N130: Burning rate is between IMR4227 and the discontinued Winchester 680. This is the powder used in factory loaded .22 and 6mm PPC. N133: This speed is very close to IMR 4198 in quickness. Thus, it is ideal for the .222 Remington, .223 Remington, and .45-70 Government and other applications where a relatively fast burning rifle propellant is needed. N135: This is a moderate burning propellant. It will fit applications similar to Hercules Reloder 12, IMR-4895 or IMR 4064. Applications range from the .17 Remington to the .458 Winchester. N140: This powder can usually be used in place of Hercules Reloder 15, IMR 4320, and Hodgdon H380. Applications include: .222 Remington Magnum, .22-250 Remington (factory powder), .30-30 Winchester, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, .375 H&H Magnum, and so on. N150: This is a moderately slow powder that can help refine rifle cartridge ballistics when N140 is just a tad too fast and N160 is a tad too slow. Works well in many applications previously filled by 760, H414, and IMR 4350. N160: A relatively slow powder ideally suited to many magnum and standard rounds requiring a slow propellant. It has characteristics that makes it work well for applications previously using various 4350’s, Hercules Reloder 19, and the various 4831’s. For example some ideal applications are: .243 Winchester, .25-06 Remington, .264 Winchester Magnum, .270 Winchester (factory load), 7mm Remington Magnum, .30-06 Springfield, .300 Winchester Magnum, .338 Winchester Magnum, .375 H&H Magnum, etc. This is destined to being one of our most popular powders.
N165: A very slow burning magnum propellant for use with heavy bullets. Applications begin very heavy bullets in the .30-06, and include the .338 Winchester Magnum. N170: Our slowest speed N100-series propellant. Excellent for e. g. .300 Wincherter Magnum heavy bullet loads.
N500 series Adding nitroglycerol to the traditional single base powder makes possible in addition to geometry and coating a third controlled variable of ballistic properties: energy content. Vihtavuori calls powders which have nitroglycerol added (maximum 25 %) high energy NC-powders, which form N500 series. Adding nitroglycerol to the high energy N500 series is done by impregnation. After that the grains are coated with a new type of chemical which results in very progressive burning characteristics. The composition of a typical high energy powder is as follows: * nitrocellulose * nitroglycerol * coating agent * stabilizer * flame reducing agent * wear reducing agent Geometrically the powders in the N500 series are equal to the N100 series. Although these new powders have a higher energy content, they do not cause greater wear to the gun. This is because the surface of the powder has been treated with an agent designed to reduce barrel wear. N500 series powders work well at different temperatures, even better than the traditional N100 and N300 series. Temperature sensitivity naturally depends very much on the weapon and on the cartridge. The manufacturing technique employed permits a very high bulk density, which in turn makes it possible to use a bigger charge in a certain limited loading volume. Vihtavuori High Energy powders are available in for burning rates: N530: Burning rate close to N135. Especially for .223 Remington. Excellent also for .45-70 Government. N540: Burning rate like N140. Especially for .308 Winchester. N550: Burning rate like N150. Especially for .308 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield. N560: Burning rate like N160. Especially for .270 Winchester and 6.5 x 55 Swedish Mauser.
Powders For .50 BMG For .50 BMG there are two special Vihtavuori powders available, 24N41 and 20N29. They are, like N100 series, single base surface treated powders. The burning rate of them is slower and their grain size is larger than that of the N100 series rifle powders. 24N41 is slightly faster burning than 20N29.
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Handgun Powders Handgun powders include five N300 series propellants and three special propellants: N310: Very fast burning and competitive with Bullseye and Accurate No.2. It has applications in a very wide range from the .25 ACP to the 9mm Luger. N320 is a handgun powder of comparatively fast burning rate. Useful in many popular cartridges. Currently available data includes 9mm Luger, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 ACP and .45 (Long) Colt. Burning rate generally is perhaps a tad faster than 231 or generally about like Red Dot. N330: This is a handgun powder that has a burning rate similar to Green Dot, No. 5, or PB. Data is currently available for 9mm Luger, .38 Special, .40 S&W, .44 S&W Special and .45 (Long) Colt. N340: With a burning rate not dissimilar to Winchester 540 or Herco, this powder is a wide application type. Data for the following handgun cartridges is currently available: .30 Luger, 9mm Luger, .38 S&W (Colt New Police), .38 Super Auto, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 Auto and .45 (Long) Colt. N350: This is the slowest burning propellant in the N300 series. Burning speed is about like Blue Dot, “Hi-Skor” 800-X or No. 7. Data is currently available for: 9mm Luger, .38 Super Auto, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum and .45 Auto. 3N37: Burning speed is between N340 and N350, close to “Hi-Skor” 800-X, and it therefore has applications also in handgun cartridges. Data is currently available for all popular handgun calibers. The characteristics of this propellant makes it very desirable for competitive handgun shooting. 3N38: A powder for the high velocity loads of the 9mm Luger and the .38 Super with moderate bullet weight. Designed specially for competitive handgun shooting. N105 Super Magnum: This special powder has a burning rate between N350 and N110. It is especially developed for handgun cartridges with heavy bullets and/or large case volume. Reloading data is currently available for 9 x 21mm, .38 Super Auto, .357 Magnum, .40 S&W, 10mm Auto, .44 Remington Magnum and .45 Winchester Magnum.
About the Data Disclaimer As Nammo Lapua Oy has no control over improper storage, handling, loading or use of our powders after they have left the factory, we make no warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, limited or full. We specifically disclaim all warranties of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability. We specifically dis6
claim all liability for consequential damages of any kind whatsoever, whether or not due to seller’s negligence or based on strict product liability or principle of indemnity or contribution, Nammo Lapua Oy neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any liability in connection with the use of this product.
How To Use The Data Our rifle and handgun data listings generally contain maximum charges which are not to be exceeded. In some instances starting loads are also listed. Currently this booklet contains all of the data we can supply. Be certain you use the correct data and the specific bullet weight shown. By staying 5 % below the maximum powder charge weight, pressures will be reduced by about 10 % while velocities will be only about 3 % lower than listed. Caution: When loading handgun cartridges it is vital to maintain the minimum cartridge overall length (C.O.L.) listed in the tables. Shorter overall lengths may double chamber pressures. Longer lengths are permissible so long as the functioning of the handgun will not be impaired. The data in the loading tables were obtained at an ambient temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit and relative humidity of 55 %. The values obtained were under carefully controlled conditions and may vary from those obtained with your firearm, specific component lots, loading dimensions, and loading procedures. The maximum charges must NEVER be exceeded. Start loading with the starting load according to the loading data. If there is no indication of the starting load, use 15 % lower charge than the listed maximum. When loading cartridges for which the listed charge is 10 grains or less, after firing 10 rounds at the minimum weight (15 % below maximum), increase charge weights by 0.2 grains and fire another 10 rounds. Repeat this procedure, if necessary, until you reach, but do not exceed, the maximum listed charge. The same process is followed for heavier charges except that charge weights from 11 to 25 grains use increments of 0.5 grains. For charges over 25 grains increments of 1.0 grains will be correct. If even a single test round shows signs of excessive pressure discontinue the use of the load. Do not fire even a single additional cartridge. Seek qualified help before proceeding! The traditional sign of overpressure is a flattened primer. When flattened primers start to occur, it is a definite warning that the charge should be reduced, quickly. Brass getting into the ejector and extractor cavities is a worse case. Blown out primers are worse still. If a case ruptures it may be a sign of a defective case or a truly lethal chamber pressure. In case of overpressure signs it is wiser to back off, to be safe rather than sorry. Why risk potentially fatal injury? Better to stop shooting and immediately discard all such reloads. Read also the Reloading Safety Rules on pages 9 and 10.
Pressure There are numerous factors which can change the ballistic performance of a load even when the data is followed exactly. For example: The internal dimensions of a firearm can vary greatly even between two of the same make and model. Pressures can vary to extremes as different firearms are used. Each change in brand and even within different lots of a specific brand component can cause notable ballistic changes. Too, changes in ambient temperature can also cause ballistic altering pressures. Not every bullet of a given diameter and weight will produce alike pressure. Changes in case brand can also effect ballistics. There are numerous other causes of varying pressure levels. Therefore it is essential that the reloader be well versed in the methods of carefully working up a reload powder charge in small increments as outlined in the various reloading handbooks that are available from reliable sources. The data in this book is not intended for use by persons not thoroughly versed in such procedures. This guide must supplemented by a good reloading handbook such as the Lapua Reloading Manual, the DBI Metallic Cartridge Reloading, the Vihtavuori Reloading Manual or other recognized manuals that may offer all appropriate information.
Properties of Smokeless Powder Smokeless powders, or propellants, are essentially mixtures of chemicals designed to bum under controlled conditions at the proper rate to propel a projectile from a gun. Smokeless powders are made in three forms: 1. Thin, circular flakes or wafers 2. Small cylinders 3. Small spheres Single-base smokeless powders derive their main source of energy from nitrocellulose. The energy released from double-base smokeless powders is derived from both nitrocellulose and nitroglycerine. All smokeless powders are extremely flammable by design, they are intended to bum rapidly and vigorously when ignited. Oxygen from the air is not necessary for the combustion of smokeless powders since they contain sufficient built-in oxygen to burn completely, even in an enclosed space such as the chamber of a firearm. In effect, ignition occurs when the powder granules are heated above their ignition temperature. This can occur by exposing powder to: 1. A flame such as a match or primer flash. 2. An electrical spark or the sparks from welding, grinding, etc..
3. Heat from an electric hot plate or a fire directed or near a closed container even if the powder itself is not exposed to the flame. When smokeless powder burns, a great deal of gas at high temperature is formed. If the powder is confined, this gas will create pressure in the surrounding structure. The rate of gas generation is such, however, that the pressure can be kept at a low level if sufficient space is available or if the gas can escape. In this respect smokeless powder differs from blasting agents or high explosives such as dynamite or blasting gelatin, although smokeless powder may contain chemical ingredients common to some of these products. High explosives such as dynamite are made to detonate, that is, to change from solid state to gaseous state with evolution of intense heat at such a rapid rate that shock waves are propagated through any medium in contact with them. Such shock waves exert pressure on anything they contact, and, as a matter of practical consideration, it is almost impossible to satisfactorily vent away the effects of a detonation involving any appreciable quantity of dynamite Smokeless powder differs considerably in its burning characteristics from common “black powder”. Black powder burns essentially at the same rate out in the open (unconfined) as when in a gun. When ignited in an unconfined state, smokeless powder burns inefficiently with an orange-colored flame. It produces a considerable amount of light brown noxious smelling smoke. It leaves a residue of ash and partially burned powder. The flame is hot enough to cause severe bums. The opposite is true when it burns under pressure as in a cartridge fired in a gun. Then it produces very little smoke, a small glow, and leaves very little or no residue. The burning rate of smokeless powder increases with increased pressure. If burning smokeless powder is confined, gas pressure will rise and eventually can cause the container to burst. Under such circumstances, the bursting of a strong container creates effects similar to an explosion. For this reason, the Department of Transportation (formerly Interstate Commerce Commission) sets specifications for shipping containers for propellants and requires tests for loaded containers - under actual fire conditions - before approving them for use. When smokeless powder in D.O.T. approved containers is ignited during such tests, container seams split open or lids pop off - to release gases and powder from confinement at low pressure.
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How to Check Smokeless Powder for Deterioration Although modern smokeless powders are basically free
from deterioration under proper storage conditions, safe practices require a recognition of the signs of deterioration and its possible effects. Powder deterioration can be checked by opening the cap on the container and smelling the contents. Powder undergoing deterioration has an irritating acidic odor. (Don’t confuse this with common solvent odors such as alcohol, ether and acetone). Check to make certain that powder is not exposed to extreme heat as this may cause deterioration. Such exposure produces an acidity which accelerates further reaction and has been known, because of the heat generated by the reaction, to cause spontaneous combustion. Never salvage powder from old cartridges and do not attempt to blend salvaged powder with new powder. Don’t accumulate old powder stocks. The best way to dispose of deteriorated smokeless powder is to bum it out in the open at an isolated location in small shallow piles (not over 1" deep). The quantity burned in any one pile should never exceed one pound. Use an ignition train of slow burning combustible material so that the person may retreat to a safe distance before powder is ignited.
Considerations for Storage of Smokeless Powder Smokeless powder is intended to function by burning, so it must be protected against accidental exposure to flame, sparks or high temperatures. For these reasons, it is desirable that storage enclosures be made of insulating materials to protect the powder from external heat sources. Once smokeless powder begins to burn, it will normally continue to burn (and generate gas pressure) until it is consumed. D.O.T. approved containers are constructed to open up at low internal pressures to avoid the effects normally produced by the rupture or bursting of a strong container. Storage enclosures for smokeless powder should be constructed in a similar manner: 1. Of fire-resistant and heat-insulating materials t o protect contents from external heat. 2. Sufficiently large to satisfactorily vent the gaseous products of combustion which would result if the quantity of smokeless powder within the enclosure accidentally ignited. If a small, tightly enclosed storage enclosure is loaded to capacity with containers of smokeless powder, the
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walls of the enclosure will expand or move outwards to release the gas pressure - if the powder in storage is accidentally ignited. Under such conditions, the effects of the release of gas pressure are similar or identical to the effects produced by an explosion. Hence only the smallest practical quantities of smokeless powder should be kept in storage, and then in strict compliance with all applicable regulations and recommendations of the National Fire Protection Association.
Recommendations for Storage of Smokeless Powder STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE. Be sure the storage area selected is free from any possible sources of excess heat and is isolated from open flame, furnaces, hot water heaters, etc. Do not store smokeless powder where it will be exposed to the sun’s rays. Avoid storage in areas where mechanical or electrical equipment is in operation. Restrict from the storage areas heat or sparks which may result from improper, defective or overloaded electrical circuits. DO NOT STORE SMOKELESS POWDER IN THE SAME AREA WITH SOLVENTS, FLAMMABLE GASES OR HIGHLY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. STORE ONLY IN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION APPROVED CONTAINERS. Do not transfer the powder from an approved container into one which is not approved. DO NOT SMOKE IN AREAS WHERE POWDER IS STORED OR USED. Place appropriate “NO SMOKING” signs in these areas. DO NOT SUBJECT THE STORAGE CABINETSSHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED OF INSULATING MATERIALS AND WITH A WEAK WALL, SEAMS OR JOINTS TO PROVIDE AN EASY MEANS OF SELFVENTING. DO NOT KEEP OLD OR SALVAGED POWDERS. Check old powders for deterioration regularly. Destroy deteriorated powders immediately. OBEY ALL REGULATIONS REGARDING QUANTITY AND METHODS OF STORING. Do not store all your powders in one place. If you can, maintain separate storage locations. Many small containers are safer than one or more large containers. KEEP YOUR STORAGE AND USE AREA CLEAN. Clean up spilled powder promptly. Make sure the surrounding area is free of trash or other readily combustible materials. The above information has been provided with permission from SAAMI: SPORTING ARMS AND AMMUNITION MANUFACTURERS' INSTITUTE, INC. P.O. Box 838, Branford, CT 06405.
Reloading Safety Reloading is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby that is easily conducted with safety. But like many other human endeavours, carelessness or negligence can make reloading hazardous. The essence of reloading safety is proper handling and storage of primers and powder. As important is strict following of the instructions given by the manufacturers of the reloading equipment as well as the reloading components. Before you get started, read the safety rules below and keep them in mind whenever reloading. Attention paid to detail and patience ensures safety and quality! ❍ Reload only when you can give it your undivided attention. Do not reload, when fatigued or ill. Develop your own reloading routine to avoid mistakes. Avoid haste, load at a leisurely place and keep in mind that absolutely no reloading under the influence of alcohol or drugs! ❍ Always wear proper eye protection. It is an unnecessary risk to reload without safety glasses. ❍ Store powder and primers out of reach of children and away from heat and open fire. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on your powder canister. Never smoke during a reloading session! ❍ Keep no more powder than needed available. Immediately return the unused powder to its original factory container to preserve its identity and usable life time. ❍ Do not use any powder unless its identity is positively known. Scrap all unidentified powders according to the manufacturer's instructions on your powder canister. Keep in mind that the trial-and-error method may lead to serious injury! ❍ Do not store primers in bulk! Doing so will create a bomb! Bulk primers will very likely mass detonate. The blast of a few hundred primers corresponds to a hand grenade in a room! Do not force primers in any circumstances. Take special care when filling and handling auto primer feed tubes. Keep primers in their original factory packing until used. Return unused primers to their original packing. ❍ Do not use primers if their identity is lost. Discard them according to the manufacturer's instructions. ❍ Start loading with the starting load according to the loading data. If there is no indication of the starting load, use 15 % lower charge than the listed maximum load. Increase the charge using small steps watching for overpressure signs from the primer and the case head at each step. If you detect overpressure signs immediately stop shooting and reduce the charge. Disassemble always the defected cartridges. NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM LOADS! ❍ Check visually the powder level in the cases so you are absolutely sure that you have no double powder charge. When a double powder charge is fired it may result in a gun damage, personal injury, even death. ❍ If you change the lot of any component or if you change any of the components of your reload, you must develop your load from the starting load again. A different component as well as a component from a different manufacturing lot may cause changes in cartridge pressure. ❍ You must absolutely follow the given cartridge overall lengths (C.O.L.) according to the reloading tables. The change in the bullet seating depth has a significant influence on the cartridge pressure. ❍ Never reduce loads under the listed starting load. ❍ Keep your reloading bench in good order. Clean up spilled powder and primers promptly and completely. Remember that the reloading bench is not a temporary store for other tools, used car spare parts etc. ❍ Use your reloading equipment according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Study the instructions carefully and don't hesitate to ask, if you don't understand everything. ❍ Be safe, be conscientious!
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Reloading Safety LEAD EXPOSURE A continuous lead exposure has been found out to create lead accumulation to living bodies, specially to the nervous system causing little by little serious physical impairment. Some unused reloading components as well as fired cases can contain lead or lead compounds, it is possible to a reloader to get exposed during reloading. Primers and bullets contain lead and it may be present as a residue in fired cartridge cases, too. There are different ways lead may enter the body. However, the two most common are considered to be the mouth and the breathing. Therefore with simple precautions described underneath the possible lead exposure and its dangerous consequences can be avoided. ❍ WASH YOUR HANDS thoroughly with warm water and soap after shooting or reloading. ❍ DO NOT EAT OR DRINK during a reloading session. When handling fired cartridge cases the residual containing lead most likely gets to your hands. Therefore eating something requiring a straight hand contact during a reloading session hazards the reloader to lead exposure. Keep your hands away from your nose or your mouth during a reloading session. ❍ KEEP GOOD HOUSEHOLD AT YOUR RELOADING SITE. Regular cleaning prevents the accumulation of residuals. Use a damp cloth or mop to clean up the reloading bench as well as the floor underneath. DO NOT USE A VACUUM CLEANER! The use of it dues to a potential risk of exposure because of spilled powder it collects up. Furthermore an ordinary vacuum cleaner more spreads than collects up the dust containing residuals. Do not use any carpet at your reloading site. Carpet is hard to keep dust-free and it can create static electricity that can accidentally fire a primer. ❍ PROTECT YOUR BREATHING AGAINST THE DUST IN THE RELOADING AREA. When using a dry cleaning media in tumbling the cartridge cases keep in mind that the lead residual from the fired cases moves to the dry cleaning media, where it accumulates by use. Wear always a dust mask when pouring the dry cleaning media out of the tumbler and be careful not to spill the media on your reloading bench.
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RIFLE RELOADING DATA DISCLAIMER All of this reloading information has been provided by Nammo Lapua Oy. The data given here were obtained in laboratory conditions following strictly the CIP (Commission International Permanente) June 13, 1990 and November 9, 1993 rules. The listed maximum loads have been determined according to the respective CIP/SAAMI maximum pressure specification, whichever is lower. These test methods have been deemed to be safe throughout the world. Pressure is measured at the case mouth or from inside the case according to the CIP. DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY EXTRAPOLATIONS. PLEASE FOLLOW THE DATA AS WRITTEN. IT IS A MUST FOR EVERY RELOADER TO READ THE RELOADING SAFETY RULES ON THE PAGES 9 AND 10 OF THIS GUIDE.
Test barrel: 600 mm (23½"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Sako, trim-to length 35.40 mm (1.394")
.22 Hornet Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
2,6 2,9 3,2
40 45 50
Spire Point Spitzer Spitzer
Speer Speer Speer
43,5 43,5 43,5
3,6
55
Spitzer
Speer
43,5
Powder Type
1,713 N110 1,713 N110 1,713 N110 N120 1,713 N110 N120
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,52 0,48 0,47 0,62 0,41 0,58
8,0 7,3 7,3 9,5 6,4 9,0
713 654 609 612 561 574
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2338 0,65 2144 0,60 1997 0,56 2008 0,74 1841 0,53F 1884 0,69
10,1 9,3 8,7 11,3 8,2F 10,6
813 746 693 724 644 679
2668 2448 2274 2375 2111 2229
F = Case full Test barrel: 580 mm (23"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 43.00 mm (1.693")
.222 Remington Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
2,6
40
Spire Point Hornet Spire Point
Speer Sierra Speer
2,9
45
Spitzer
50
Hornet Spitzer SXSP
3,2
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
Speer
53,0 52,0 52,0 52,5 52,0 53,0
2,087 2,047 2,047 2,067 2,047 2,087
Hornady Speer Hornady
53,6 53,0 53,8
2,110 2,087 2,118
Powder Type N110 N120 N120 N130 N133 N110 N120 N130 N133 N120 N130 N133 N135
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,97 1,29 1,32 1,44 1,48 0,92 1,28 1,44 1,50 1,24 1,36 1,48 1,50
15,0 19,9 20,4 22,2 22,8 14,2 19,8 22,2 23,2 19,1 21,0 22,8 23,1
930 981 999 998 984 871 948 973 967 898 912 930 907
3052 3220 3278 3273 3228 2858 3109 3193 3173 2946 2992 3051 2975
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,15 1,42 1,46 1,60 1,63 1,10 1,42 1,58 1,62 1,38 1,51 1,64 1,62F
17,7 21,8 22,5 24,7 25,2 17,0 21,8 24,3 25,0 21,2 23,4 25,3 25,0F
1035 1077 1116 1109 1072 975 1050 1074 1051 997 1016 1043 998
3397 3532 3661 3637 3517 3197 3444 3523 3448 3271 3332 3420 3274
F = Case full BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 11
Test barrel: 580 mm (23"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 43.00 mm (1.693")
.222 Remington Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,3
51
HPCE
LAPUA
54,0
2,126
3,4
52
HPBT
Sierra
54,0
2,126
3,6
55
SP FMJBT SP
Sako Hornady Sako
54,2 53,8 54,2
2,134 2,118 2,134
3,6
55
FMJ
LAPUA
53,9
2,122
3,9
60
HP
Hornady
54,0 53,8 54,0
2,126 2,118 2,126
4,5
69
HPBT
Sierra
54,0
2,126
Powder Type N120 N130 N133 N130 N133 N135 N120 N130 N133 N135 N120 N130 N133 N135 N120 N130 N133 N135 N130 N133 N135 N140
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,15 1,26 1,35 1,31 1,43 1,53 1,20 1,32 1,44 1,50 1,15 1,25 1,31 1,40 1,15 1,29 1,39 1,40 1,21 1,30 1,35 1,47
17,7 19,4 20,8 20,2 22,0 23,6 18,6 20,4 22,3 23,1 17,7 19,3 20,2 21,6 17,7 19,9 21,4 21,6 18,6 20,1 20,8 22,7
863 877 909 883 883 909 856 877 892 892 837 865 850 858 803 829 844 836 768 785 792 798
2831 2877 2982 2898 2897 2981 2809 2876 2927 2928 2746 2838 2789 2815 2633 2720 2769 2743 2519 2577 2597 2617
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,27 1,39 1,47 1,49 1,59 1,62 1,35 1,47 1,59 1,62 1,25 1,36 1,34 1,45 1,33 1,47 1,55 1,64F 1,33 1,44 1,53 1,61
19,6 21,4 22,7 23,0 24,6 25,0 20,9 22,7 24,6 25,0 19,3 21,0 20,7 22,4 20,5 22,7 23,9 25,3F 20,5 22,1 23,6 24,8
956 979 971 970 955 953 957 979 987 972 911 938 908 916 909 937 952 900 852 863 880 886
3136 3212 3186 3184 3133 3126 3139 3211 3237 3188 2989 3077 2979 3005 2983 3074 3123 2953 2794 2832 2888 2907
F = Case full = accuracy load Test barrel: 620 mm (25"), 1 in 12" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 44.50 mm (1.752")
.223 Remington Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
2,6
40
Spire Point
Speer
52,7
2,075
2,9
45
Spitzer
Speer
54,0
2,126
3,2
50
TNT-HP
Speer
57,0
2,244
3,3
51
HPCE
LAPUA
57,0
2,244
3,4
52
HPBT
Sierra
57,0
2,244
Powder Type N120 N130 N133 N120 N130 N133 N135 N120 N130 N133 N135 N120 N130 N133 N135 N530 N130 N133 N135
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,49 1,62 1,69 1,45 1,57 1,66 1,67 1,41 1,53 1,63 1,65 1,19 1,38 1,42 1,50 1,50 1,45 1,58 1,64
22,9 25,0 26,1 22,3 24,2 25,6 25,7 21,8 23,6 25,1 25,5 18,4 21,3 21,9 23,1 23,1 22,3 24,3 25,3
1055 1065 1067 999 1014 1021 982 956 972 978 964 886 928 920 932 937 935 949 953
3461 3494 3500 3278 3327 3351 3221 3136 3188 3209 3163 2907 3045 3018 3058 3074 3069 3112 3126
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,60 1,74 1,84F 1,56 1,71 1,80F 1,80F 1,54 1,65 1,74 1,75 1,39 1,51 1,58 1,64F 1,65F 1,62 1,72 1,82F
24,6 26,8 28,4F 24,0 26,3 27,7F 27,8F 23,8 25,5 26,8 27,1 21,4 23,3 24,4 25,3F 25,5F 24,9 26,5 28,1F
F = Case full = accuracy load BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 12
1136 1152 1172 1083 1098 1118 1078 1037 1055 1065 1042 997 1016 1019 1021 1036 1032 1044 1051
3727 3780 3846 3553 3602 3669 3536 3402 3460 3494 3419 3271 3333 3343 3350 3399 3387 3424 3447
Test barrel: 620 mm (25"), 1 in 12" twist (* 1 in 7" twist) Primers: Small Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 44.50 mm (1.752")
.223 Remington Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,6
55
FMJBT
Hornady
57,0
2,244
3,6
55
FMJ
LAPUA
57,0
2,244
3,9
60
HP
Hornady
57,0
2,244
4,5
69
HPBT
Sierra
57,0
2,244
4,5
69
Scenar
LAPUA
57,4
2,260
4,9
75
BTHP1)
Hornady
57,4
2,260
5,2
80
HPBT1,2)
Sierra
64,8
2,551
Powder Type N120 N130 N133 N135 N140 N120 N130 N133 N530 N135 N140 N130 N133 N135 N140 N133 N135 N140 N540 N135 N140 N540 N530 N135 N140 N540 N135 N530 N140 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,33 1,47 1,53 1,63 1,68 1,18 1,25 1,45 1,50 1,50 1,63 1,43 1,51 1,59 1,65 1,38 1,50 1,60 1,66 1,40 1,48 1,56 1,38 1,43 1,55 1,59 1,22 1,30 1,34 1,39
20,6 22,7 23,7 25,2 25,9 18,2 19,3 22,4 23,1 23,1 25,2 22,1 23,2 24,6 25,5 21,3 23,1 24,6 25,7 21,6 22,8 24,1 21,3 22,0 23,8 24,6 18,8 20,0 20,7 21,4
892 922 923 938 902 848 852 909 911 911 913 879 876 894 865 809 822 835 849 847 835 878 793 787 795 806 711 713 730 730
2925 3026 3028 3077 2961 2782 2795 2982 2989 2989 2995 2885 2874 2932 2837 2653 2698 2741 2785 2779 2740 2281 2602 2582 2608 2644 2333 2339 2395 2395
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,52 1,60 1,69 1,78 1,82F 1,35 1,47 1,59 1,65 1,66 1,70F 1,59 1,68 1,72 1,76 1,54 1,65 1,80F 1,82 1,49 1,63 1,70 1,48 1,60 1,72 1,75 1,40 1,50 1,49 1,53
23,5 24,7 26,1 27,5 28,1F 20,8 22,7 24,5 25,5 25,6 26,2F 24,6 25,9 26,6 27,2 23,8 25,5 27,8F 28,1 23,0 25,2 26,2 22,9 24,6 26,5 27,0 21,6 23,1 23,0 23,7
987 1010 1016 1025 988 945 966 990 1013 1008 954 961 969 959 924 889 913 936 942 905 917 969 859 868 887 896 788 801 807 808
3237 3315 3333 3363 3241 3100 3169 3248 3323 3307 3130 3154 3179 3145 3030 2916 2997 3069 3091 2969 3009 3179 2817 2848 2910 2940 2587 2630 2646 2652
F = Case full 1) 1 in 7" twist 2) Test barrel with a long throat to accept the C.O.L. of 65 mm (2,559")
Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Sako, trim-to length 38.30 mm (1.508")
22 PPC-USA Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,4
52
HPBT
Sierra
51,4
2,024
3,6
55
Spitzer
Speer
51,8
2,039
Powder Type N120 N130 N133 N135 N130 N133 N135
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,33 1,43 1,51 1,65 1,41 1,45 1,68
20,5 22,1 23,3 25,5 21,8 22,4 25,9
919 934 947 971 898 901 961
3016 3063 3107 3185 2946 2956 3151
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,56 1,66 1,77 1,90 1,69 1,78 1,93
24,1 25,6 27,3 29,2 26,1 27,4 29,7
1039 1069 1087 1099 1026 1039 1103
3408 3507 3565 3607 3367 3409 3617
BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 13
Test barrel: 580 mm (22"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 48.30 mm (1.902")
.22-250 Remington Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
2,9
45
Spitzer
Speer
58,9
2,319
3,2
50
Spitzer
Speer
59,6
2,346
3,6
55
Spitzer
Speer
59,6
2,346
3,9
60
HP
Hornady
59,6
2,346
4,5
69
HPBT
Sierra
59,6
2,346
Bullet Type Mfg.
N130 N135 N140 N130 N135 N140 N150 N135 N140 N150 N140 N150 N140 N150 N160 N540 N550 N560
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,99 2,19 2,32 1,75 1,94 2,08 2,14 1,98 2,16 2,22 2,03 2,07 1,83 1,91 2,36 1,90 2,07 2,33
30,7 33,8 35,8 27,1 30,0 32,1 32,9 30,6 33,3 34,3 31,3 32,0 28,2 29,4 36,4 29,4 31,9 35,9
1106 1102 1108 958 983 977 978 974 986 988 929 924 832 845 863 857 878 866
3628 3614 3634 3143 3227 3206 3208 3197 3233 3242 3046 3030 2731 2773 2830 2812 2879 2842
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,15 2,34 2,50 1,95 2,15 2,34 2,40 2,15 2,31 2,41 2,22 2,29 2,16 2,24 2,66 2,22 2,39 2,76
33,2 36,1 38,6 30,1 33,2 36,1 37,0 33,2 35,6 37,2 34,2 35,3 33,4 34,6 41,0 34,3 36,9 42,6
1180 1180 1197 1068 1086 1088 1087 1051 1058 1069 1006 1007 949 956 981 977 1001 1002
3872 3872 3926 3506 3563 3571 3565 3449 3472 3507 3301 3303 3114 3138 3219 3205 3284 3288
Test barrel: 580 mm (23"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Sako, trim to 38,30 mm (1,508”)
6 PPC-USA Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
4,4
68
HPFB
Euber
53,6
2,110
4,5
70
HPBT
Sierra
53,6
2,110
Powder Type N130 N133 N120 N130 N133
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,52 1,63 1,39 1,47 1,59
23,4 25,2 21,5 22,7 24,6
843 840 809 820 826
2766 2756 2654 2690 2710
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,68 1,83C 1,55 1,69 1,79C
25,9 28,2C 23,9 26,1 27,6C
928 951 901 934 935
3045 3120 2956 3064 3068
C = Compressed load Test barrel: 650 mm (25½"), 1 in 8" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 39,4 mm (1,551")
6 mm B.R. Norma Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
4,5
70
HPBT
Sierra
57,0
2,244
5,0
77
Silver Jacket HP
LAPUA
60,0
2,362
5,8
90
FMJ
LAPUA
60,0
2,362
Powder Type N133 N135 N133 N140 N540 N140 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
1,64 1,88 1,85 2,05 2,14 1,68 1,69
1,86 2,20 2,01 2,22 2,31 1,93 2,20
25,3 29,0 28,5 31,6 33,0 26,0 26,1
864 901 884 900 914 788 757
2834 2956 2900 2953 2999 2584 2484
28,7 33,9 31,0 34,3 35,6 29,8 33,9
= accuracy load
BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 14
957 1009 964 982 999 871 952
3140 3310 3163 3222 3278 2858 3123
Test barrel: 650 mm (25½"), 1 in 8" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 39,4 mm (1,551")
6 mm B.R. Norma Weight [g] [grs] 5,8
90
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
60,0
2,362
6,5 100
Mega
LAPUA
55,3
2,177
6,8 105
Scenar
LAPUA
60,0
2,362
6,8 105
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
60,0
2,362
Powder Type N135 N140 N540 N140 N540 N140 N540 N140 N150 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,85 1,96 2,02 1,66 1,81 1,67 1,75 1,83 1,85 1,88
28,5 30,2 31,2 25,6 27,9 25,8 27,0 28,2 28,5 29,0
830 847 854 737 772 746 756 763 769 777
2723 2779 2802 2419 2533 2447 2480 2503 2523 2549
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,00 2,12 2,19 1,88 2,01 1,87 1,97 2,00 2,05 2,08
30,9 32,7 33,8 29,0 31,0 28,9 30,4 30,9 31,6 32,1
906 922 936 825 857 821 846 843 841 861
2972 3025 3071 2707 2812 2694 2776 2766 2759 2825
= accuracy load
Test barrel: 580 mm (23"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 51.80 mm (2.039")
.243 Winchester Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
4,5
70
SXSP
Hornady
67,0
2,638
5,2
80
FMJ
Hornady
68,0
2,677
5,6
87
HPBT
Hornady
68,3
2,689
5,8
90
FMJ
LAPUA
68,3
2,689
6,2 95 6,5 100
X Mega
Barnes LAPUA
68,8 68,3
2,709 2,689
6,5 100
SPBT
Hornady
67,3
2,650
6,8 105
Spitzer
Speer
68,5
2,697
6,8 105
Scenar
LAPUA1)
68,3
2,689
1)
The test barrel rifle twist 1 in 8"
Powder Type N133 N135 N140 N150 N160 N135 N140 N150 N160 N140 N150 N160 N560 N150 N550 N160 N560 N150 N550 N160 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N550 N160 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,16 2,36 2,51 2,57 2,99 2,18 2,30 2,27 2,83 2,22 2,19 2,72 2,80 1,51 1,98 2,02 1,85 1,53 2,13 2,33 2,65 2,68 2,85 2,28 2,28 2,24 2,36 2,74
33,3 36,4 38,7 39,7 46,1 33,6 35,5 35,0 43,7 34,3 33,8 42,0 43,2 23,3 30,6 31,1 28,5 23,6 32,8 35,9 40,9 41,4 44,0 35,2 35,2 34,6 36,4 42,2
940 901 915 920 916 865 870 877 874 835 840 836 881 712 791 794 679 693 782 809 797 822 807 744 758 786 786 803
3084 2956 3002 3018 3005 2838 2854 2877 2867 2740 2756 2743 2890 2336 2595 2605 2228 2274 2566 2654 2615 2697 2648 2441 2487 2579 2579 2635
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,39 2,62 2,80 2,86 3,32 2,40 2,55 2,52 3,15 2,48 2,46 3,02 3,11 2,13 2,53 2,65 2,44 2,10 2,76 2,78 2,94 2,96 3,19 2,54 2,52 2,62 2,77 3,14
36,9 40,4 43,2 44,1 51,2 37,0 39,4 38,9 48,6 38,3 38,0 46,6 48,0 32,8 39,0 40,9 37,7 32,4 42,0 42,8 45,4 45,7 49,2 39,2 38,9 40,4 42,8 48,5
981 1009 1033 1031 1052 928 942 935 982 907 898 940 960 886 959 953 831 874 975 940 885 903 894 803 829 891 895 918
3219 3310 3389 3383 3451 3045 3091 3068 3222 2976 2946 3084 3150 2907 3146 3127 2726 2867 3199 3084 2904 2963 2933 2635 2720 2923 2936 3012
BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 15
Test barrel: 600 mm (25"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Norma, trim-to length 63.20 mm (2.488")
.240 Weatherby Magnum
CAUTION: Loads less than the listed starting loads may due to excessive chamber pressure and must not be used!
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
4,9
75
HP
Hornady
78,1
3,075
5,0
77
HP
Lapua
78,1
3,075
5,8
90
Scenar
Lapua
78,1
3,075
6,5 100
Mega
Lapua
78,1
3,075
6,8 105
Spitzer
Speer
77,8
3,063
5,6
Bullet Type Mfg.
N150 N550 N160 N150 N550 N160 N550 N160 N165 N550 N160 N165 N160 N560 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2,94 3,20 3,34 2,97 3,20 3,34 2,98 3,20 3,47 2,94 3,06 3,47 2,83 3,23 3,33
3,17 3,38 3,52 3,15 3,37 3,51 3,22 3,41 3,71 3,16 3,26 3,62 3,15 3,47 3,57
45,4 49,4 51,6 45,8 49,3 51,5 46,0 49,3 53,6 45,4 47,2 53,6 43,6 49,8 51,3
995 1028 1010 990 1014 1005 939 938 949 891 895 949 852 887 895
3266 3371 3314 3248 3327 3297 3081 3077 3114 2923 2936 3114 2795 2910 2936
48,9 52,2 54,2 48,7 51,9 54,1 49,6 52,6 57,2 48,7 50,3 55,8 48,7 53,5 55,2
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
87
SPBT
Speer
79,3
3,122
6,5 100
SPBT
Speer
81,2
3,197
7,8 120
Spizer
Speer
80,2
3,157
7,8 120
HPBT
Sierra
80,0
3,155
Powder Type
3532 3645 3589 3460 3591 3556 3325 3327 3383 3170 3137 3246 3068 3157 3180
N140 N150 N160 N165 N140 N150 N160 N560 N165 N170 N150 N160 N560 N165 N170 N160 N560 N165 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2,35 2,51 3,15 3,52 2,60 2,66 3,24 3,16 3,44 3,55 1,95 2,50 2,81 2,69 3,17 2,75 2,95 3,03 3,35
2,74 2,91 3,55 3,95 2,78 2,86 3,38 3,59 3,66 4,05 2,32 2,94 3,24 3,13 3,59 3,09 3,33 3,38 3,81
36,2 38,7 48,6 54,3 40,0 41,0 50,0 48,8 53,0 54,7 30,1 38,6 43,3 41,5 48,9 42,4 45,6 46,8 51,7
876 892 935 960 873 878 911 900 922 885 692 759 798 777 802 791 818 817 817
2873 2925 3069 3149 2864 2881 2990 2954 3024 2902 2270 2491 2619 2548 2630 2597 2685 2681 2682
42,3 44,9 54,8 60,9 42,9 44,1 52,2 55,4 56,5 62,5 35,8 45,4 50,0 48,3 55,4 47,7 51,4 52,2 58,8
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1076 1111 1094 1055 1095 1084 1013 1014 1031 966 956 989 935 962 969
Test barrel: 580 mm (23"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 63.10 mm (2.484")
.25-06 Remington Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
961 980 1020 1049 924 930 966 990 979 975 776 844 890 853 873 871 903 889 904
3153 3215 3346 3442 3031 3051 3169 3248 3212 3199 2546 2769 2920 2799 2864 2858 2963 2917 2966
Test barrel: 475 mm (18¾"), 1 in 9" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Necked-up LAPUA .243 Winchester, trim-to length 51.50 mm (2.028")
.260 Remington Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
HPFB
Sierra
67,5
2,657
7,0 108
Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
7,8 120
SP
Speer
71,0
2,795
9,0 139
Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
10,1 155
Mega
LAPUA
69,5
2,736
Bullet Type Mfg.
N140 N150 N540 N150 N540 N160 N540 N550 N160 N550 N160 N560 N160 N560 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,30 2,31 2,39 2,28 2,35 2,66 2,22 2,36 2,47 2,15 2,32 2,57 2,14 2,37 2,52
35,5 35,7 36,9 35,1 36,2 41,0 34,2 36,5 38,2 33,1 35,8 39,6 33,0 36,6 38,8
825 813 831 791 802 814 749 765 755 690 692 704 651 651 673
2708 2669 2725 2594 2631 2670 2456 2511 2478 2263 2272 2311 2134 2137 2208
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,59 2,61 2,67 2,54 2,58 2,92 2,48 2,64 2,80 2,46 2,63 2,86 2,41 2,72 2,83
39,9 40,3 41,2 39,1 39,9 45,0 38,2 40,7 43,2 38,0 40,6 44,1 37,1 42,0 43,7
906 892 912 865 877 898 825 835 838 772 771 788 711 735 755
2973 2926 2992 2837 2876 2947 2706 2741 2750 2533 2529 2586 2332 2412 2478
Test barrel: 630 mm (26½"), 1 in 8½" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 54.80 mm (2.157")
6,5 x 55 Swedish Mauser Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
5,5 85 6,5 100
HP HP
Sierra Sierra
71,1 72,4
2,799 2,850
6,5 100 6,5 100
FMJ Scenar
LAPUA LAPUA
70,0 75,0
2,756 2,953
7,0 108
Scenar
LAPUA
78,0
3,071
7,0 108
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
80,0
3,150
Powder Type N150 N140 N540 N150 N550 N160 N160 N135 N140 N540 N150 N550 N160 N140 N540 N150 N550 N160 N560 N165 N140 N540 N150
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,88 2,62 2,65 2,69 2,82 3,13 3,08 2,15 2,32 2,35 2,37 2,58 2,78 2,44 2,50 2,56 2,72 3,04 3,19 3,16 2,42 2,52 2,49
44,5 40,4 40,9 41,5 43,5 48,3 47,5 33,2 35,8 36,3 36,6 39,8 42,9 37,6 38,6 39,5 42,0 46,9 49,2 48,8 37,3 38,9 38,4
937 860 858 860 884 878 862 790 790 790 793 790 790 806 827 830 853 849 867 860 825 827 819
3073 2822 2815 2822 2900 2881 2828 2592 2592 2592 2602 2592 2592 2644 2713 2723 2798 2785 2843 2822 2707 2713 2687
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 3,03 2,78 2,88 2,86 3,03 3,33 3,39 2,55 2,64 2,70 2,74 2,97 3,01 2,64 2,69 2,69 2,94 3,16 3,42 3,28F 2,68 2,74 2,70
46,8 42,8 44,4 44,1 46,8 51,4 52,3 39,4 40,7 41,7 42,3 45,8 46,4 40,8 41,5 41,5 45,4 48,8 52,7 50,7F 41,3 42,2 41,7
1013 911 938 915 960 942 946 889 915 924 903 938 928 880 897 870 936 891 939 902 893 902 889
3323 2990 3078 3003 3150 3090 3104 2917 3002 3031 2963 3077 3045 2887 2943 2853 3070 2923 3079 2959 2931 2958 2917
F = Case full = accuracy load
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Test barrel: 630 mm (26½"), 1 in 8½" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 54.80 mm (2.157")
6,5 x 55 Swedish Mauser Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,8 120
HPBT
Sierra
76,8
3,024
8,0 123
Scenar
LAPUA
80,0
3,150
8,0 123
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
80,0
3,150
8,4 130
HPBT
Norma
80,0
3,150
9,0 139
HPBT
Norma
78,0
3,071
9,0 139
Scenar
LAPUA
80,0
3,150
9,0 139
Silver Jacket
LAPUA
80,0
3,150
9,1 140
HPBT
Sierra
79,0
3,110
9,3 144
FMJBT
LAPUA
79,0
3,110
10,0 155
HPBT
Sierra
79,0
3,110
10,1 156
Mega
LAPUA
73,0
2,874
Powder Type N140 N540 N150 N550 N160 N560 N140 N540 N150 N150 N550 N160 N140 N540 N150 N550 N160 N560 N150 N550 N160 N560 N165 N150 N550 N160 N560 N165 N550 N160 N560 N150 N550 N160 N560 N165 N150 N160 N560 N165 N170 N150 N550 N160 N560 N165 N170 N165 N560 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,47 2,49 2,55 2,63 2,97 3,12 2,35 2,44 2,47 2,40 2,41 2,75 2,29 2,32 2,32 2,54 2,79 3,01 2,28 2,50 2,73 2,88 3,00 2,17 2,45 2,73 2,87 2,96 2,37 2,54 2,73 2,35 2,58 2,81 2,93 3,00 2,04 2,64 2,91 2,70 3,08 2,10 2,36 2,64 2,66 2,75 2,90 2,74 2,72 3,03
38,1 38,4 39,3 40,6 45,8 48,1 36,3 37,7 38,1 37,0 37,2 42,4 35,3 35,8 35,8 39,2 43,0 46,4 35,2 38,6 42,1 44,4 46,3 33,5 37,8 42,1 44,3 45,7 36,6 39,2 42,1 36,3 39,8 43,4 45,2 46,3 31,5 40,7 44,8 41,7 47,5 32,4 36,4 40,7 41,0 42,4 44,7 42,3 42,0 46,8
855 773 770 800 825 823 738 749 743 780 768 792 730 749 710 768 764 803 704 743 738 753 765 673 724 752 767 761 712 748 736 703 749 759 779 766 659 717 756 720 715 653 689 698 702 690 677 677 685 682
2805 2536 2526 2625 2707 2700 2420 2456 2436 2559 2520 2598 2395 2457 2329 2520 2507 2635 2310 2438 2421 2470 2510 2208 2375 2467 2516 2497 2336 2454 2415 2306 2457 2490 2556 2513 2163 2352 2479 2362 2346 2142 2260 2290 2303 2264 2221 2222 2248 2238
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,63 2,69 2,71 2,88 3,29 3,41 2,59 2,68 2,69 2,62 2,73 2,88 2,64 2,57 2,60 2,84 3,06 3,25 2,55 2,71 2,98 3,20 3,23 2,49 2,60 2,92 3,09 3,22 2,61 2,80 3,06 2,54 2,73 3,03 3,13 3,24 2,40 2,85 3,15 3,18 3,41F 2,33 2,60 2,97 2,93 3,08 3,32F 3,17 3,11 3,32
40,5 41,5 41,7 44,5 50,7 52,7 40,0 41,4 41,6 40,4 42,1 44,5 40,7 39,6 40,1 43,8 47,3 50,2 39,4 41,8 46,0 49,4 49,9 38,4 40,1 45,1 47,6 49,8 40,3 43,3 47,3 39,1 42,1 46,7 48,3 50,0 37,0 44,0 48,6 49,1 52,6F 36,0 40,1 45,9 45,2 47,6 51,2F 49,0 48,0 51,2
F = Case full = accuracy load
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852 818 839 888 907 932 812 827 819 834 857 831 812 820 808 852 840 878 779 813 810 846 833 749 795 813 837 829 799 795 826 765 806 819 844 834 768 816 850 837 815 711 746 769 779 769 779 755 773 746
2795 2684 2753 2914 2975 3056 2663 2715 2686 2738 2811 2726 2663 2690 2651 2795 2757 2882 2555 2667 2656 2777 2732 2458 2608 2666 2746 2721 2622 2610 2711 2511 2644 2687 2770 2735 2520 2677 2789 2746 2674 2331 2447 2522 2556 2522 2555 2478 2537 2447
Test barrel: 660 mm (26"), 1 in 9" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 54.90 mm (2.161")
6,5 - 284 Norma Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,0 108
Scenar
LAPUA
79,0
3,110
7,0 108
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
79,0
3,110
8,0 123
Scenar
LAPUA
79,0
3,110
8,0 123
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
79,0
3,110
9,0 139 9,0 139
Scenar Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA LAPUA
79,0 79,0
3,110 3,110
Bullet Type Mfg.
5,8
90
9,1 140
10,4 160
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
HP
Sierra
68,6
2,701
X
Barnes
71,0
2,795
Partition
Nosler
71,0
2,795
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
Spitzer
Speer
80,0
3,150
8,4 130
SP
Remington
82,0
3,228
SPBT Partition
Speer Nosler
83,0 84,6
3,268 3,331
8,4 130 10,4 160
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2,97 3,08 3,47 3,52 3,11 3,51 3,61 2,59 3,03 3,28 2,94 3,37 3,35 3,12 2,60 3,22 3,02
3,39 3,49 3,81 4,04 3,73 3,85 4,10 3,29 3,65 3,65 3,38 3,77 3,98 3,63 3,19 3,53 3,62
45,8 47,5 53,5 54,3 48,0 54,2 55,7 40,0 46,8 50,6 45,4 52,0 51,7 48,1 40,1 49,7 46,6
920 906 927 922 883 911 919 795 830 867 833 872 859 824 758 812 793
3018 2972 3041 3025 2897 2989 3015 2608 2723 2844 2733 2861 2818 2703 2487 2664 2602
52,3 53,9 58,9 62,4 57,6 59,5 63,2 50,8 56,4 56,3 52,2 58,2 61,5 56,0 49,2 54,5 55,9
1027 1008 1031 1042 1002 1023 1033 925 947 963 935 981 971 947 869 904 899
3368 3308 3384 3419 3287 3357 3391 3035 3106 3158 3068 3218 3186 3108 2851 2967 2948
Powder Type N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 4,00 4,39 4,59 3,20 3,49 3,75 3,20 3,36 3,30
61,7 67,7 70,8 49,4 53,9 57,9 49,4 51,8 50,9
1021 1020 1041 800 806 832 737 774 769
3350 3346 3415 2625 2644 2730 2418 2539 2523
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 4,47 4,78 4,75 3,71 3,93 4,10 3,47 3,82 3,90
69,0 73,8 73,3 57,2 60,6 63,3 53,5 58,9 60,2
1130 1135 1083 899 918 913 825 873 863
3707 3724 3553 2949 3012 2995 2707 2864 2831
Test barrel: 620 mm (24.5"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 64.30 mm (2.531")
.270 Winchester Weight [g] [grs]
N550 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N165 N160 N165 N560 N160 N560 N165 N560 N160 N560 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Test barrel: 520 mm (24½"), 1 in 9" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Winchester, trim-to length 53,1 mm (2,090")
.270 Winchester Short Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
Powder Type N150 N160 N165 N160 N560 N165 N160 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,88 3,80 4,00 3,34 3,64 3,54 3,02 3,10
44,5 58,6 61,7 51,5 56,2 54,6 46,6 47,8
898 953 966 847 876 850 743 747
2945 3127 3170 2779 2873 2787 2438 2451
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 3,42 4,27C 4,53C 3,76 3,97 4,02 3,48 3,64
52,8 65,8C 69,9C 58,0 61,3 62,0 53,8 56,2
998 1057 1070 940 955 942 826 837
3273 3468 3509 3083 3132 3089 2711 2745
C = Compressed load
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Test barrel: 650 mm (25½"), 1 in 12 twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Norma, trim-to length 64.50 mm (2.539")
.270 Weatherby Magnum
CAUTION: Loads less than the listed starting loads may due to excessive chamber pressure and must not be used!
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
PSP
Remington
79,0
3,110
8,5 130
PSPCL
Remington
82,2
3,236
8,7 135
HPBT
Sierra
83,0
3,268
9,7 150
Partition
Nosler
82,5
3,248
Bullet Type Mfg.
N550 N160 N165 N160 N165 N560 N160 N165 N560 N165 N560 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
4,33 4,60 5,08 4,31 4,62 4,71 4,21 4,55 4,61 4,34 4,38 4,76
4,64 4,85 5,38 4,61 4,93 4,98 4,43 4,70 4,81 4,68 4,60 5,11
66,8 71,0 78,4 66,5 71,3 72,7 65,0 70,2 71,2 67,0 67,6 73,4
1037 1043 1045 939 931 947 903 923 956 877 900 886
3401 3421 3428 3080 3055 3108 2964 3029 3137 2876 2954 2906
71,7 74,9 83,0 71,1 76,0 76,9 68,3 72,5 74,2 72,2 71,0 78,8
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
HP
Hornady
69,0
2,717
7,8 120
Spitzer
Sierra
69,6
2,740
9,1 140
Ballistic Tip
Nosler
69,6
2,740
10,4 160
SPBT
Sierra
71,0
2,795
10,9 168
HPBT
Sierra
71,0
2,795
11,3 175
Mag-Tip
Speer
71,0
2,795
Powder Type N130 N133 N135 N140 N150 N135 N140 N150 N135 N140 N150 N140 N150 N160 N150 N550 N160 N140 N150 N160
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
3666 3634 3658 3284 3270 3294 3167 3244 3323 3072 3134 3134
2,43 2,48 2,76 2,84 2,94 2,60 2,72 2,80 2,35 2,56 2,56 2,34 2,36 2,97 2,22 2,38 2,78 2,13 2,03 2,55
37,5 38,3 42,6 43,9 45,3 40,1 42,0 43,2 36,3 39,5 39,5 36,1 36,4 45,8 34,3 36,8 42,8 32,9 31,4 39,3
880 874 906 900 907 826 827 837 724 751 742 685 687 738 672 696 709 615 586 640
2886 2868 2971 2953 2974 2711 2714 2747 2374 2464 2434 2248 2253 2421 2204 2282 2326 2018 1923 2100
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,74 2,95 3,04 3,16 3,32C 2,85 3,04 3,15 2,61 2,70 2,72 2,73 2,77 3,38C 2,52 2,72 3,14C 2,45 2,39 2,90
42,2 45,4 46,9 48,7 51,2C 44,0 46,9 48,6 40,3 41,7 42,0 42,2 42,7 52,1C 38,9 41,9 48,5C 37,8 36,9 44,8
C = Compressed load
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1117 1108 1115 1001 997 1004 965 989 1013 936 955 955
Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 9½" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 51.50 mm (2.028")
7mm-08 Remington Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
975 992 1001 1004 1017 908 929 935 807 837 814 784 775 847 740 781 799 694 675 728
3199 3255 3284 3293 3336 2978 3048 3066 2649 2746 2671 2573 2542 2780 2428 2561 2621 2276 2215 2387
Test barrel: 550 mm (22"), 1 in 9½" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Sako, trim-to length 56.80 mm (2.236")
7 x 57 Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,8 120
Spitzer
Sierra
76,5
3,012
9,1 140
Ballistic Tip
Nosler
77,5
3,051
10,4 160
SPBT
Sierra
77,5
3,051
11,3 175
Mag-Tip
Speer
77,0
3,031
Powder Type N135 N140 N150 N140 N150 N150 N160 N160 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,67 2,82 2,85 2,58 2,65 2,50 3,04 2,76 2,94
41,1 43,5 44,0 39,7 40,9 38,6 47,0 42,5 45,4
814 824 828 736 747 691 726 659 666
2670 2704 2717 2415 2451 2267 2381 2162 2184
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,87 3,06 3,09 2,82 2,90 2,76 3,26 3,06 3,32
44,2 47,2 47,6 43,5 44,8 42,7 50,3 47,1 51,2
880 897 898 802 810 754 793 726 740
2887 2942 2946 2630 2657 2474 2603 2383 2429
Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 9" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 63.30 mm (2.492")
7mm Remington Magnum
CAUTION: Loads less than the listed starting loads may due to excessive chamber pressure and must not be used!
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
HP
Hornady
81,0
3,189
7,8 120
Spitzer
Sierra
83,0
3,268
9,4 145
SPBT
Speer
83,0
3,268
10,4 160
Grand Slam
Speer
82,0
3,228
10,4 160
Spitzer
Sierra
82,0
3,228
10,9 168
HPBT
Sierra
83,5
3,287
11,3 175
SBT
Sierra
83,5
3,287
Powder Type N160 N560 N160 N165 N560 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N165 N160 N165 N560 N560 N165 N170 N560 N165 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 4,70 4,78 4,48 4,77 4,51 3,88 4,04 4,21 3,45 3,62 3,71 3,74 3,52 3,86 3,93 3,97 4,39 3,57 3,47 4,06
72,6 73,8 69,2 73,6 69,5 59,9 62,3 65,0 53,3 55,9 57,3 57,7 54,2 59,5 60,6 61,3 67,8 55,1 53,5 62,6
1053 1046 971 969 980 852 896 870 773 827 790 814 771 832 819 798 812 772 754 784
3455 3431 3186 3179 3215 2795 2941 2854 2536 2713 2593 2671 2530 2731 2687 2619 2663 2533 2474 2573
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 5,07 5,29F 4,85 5,17F 5,09 4,30 4,46 4,62 3,91 4,14 4,22 4,17 4,76 4,79 4,52 4,58 4,82 4,14 4,17 4,67
78,2 81,6F 74,8 79,8F 78,5 66,3 68,8 71,4 60,4 63,9 65,1 64,3 73,4 73,9 69,7 70,7 74,4 63,9 64,3 72,1
1135 1146 1048 1053 1074 927 977 945 850 860 871 867 919 949 896 866 880 874 845 851
3722 3760 3438 3455 3524 3041 3206 3100 2789 2822 2859 2844 3015 3114 2940 2841 2887 2867 2772 2792
F = Case full
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Test barrel: 660 mm, 1 in 9" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Weatherby, trim-to length 64,50 mm
7mm Weatherby Magnum
CAUTION: Loads less than the listed starting loads may due to excessive chamber pressure and must not be used!
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
HP
Hornady
81,5
3,209
7,8 120
Spitzer
Sierra
82,5
3,248
10,4 160
Spitzer
Sierra
82,5
3,248
10,9 168
HPBT
Sierra
81,5
3,209
Bullet Type Mfg.
6,5 100 7,1 110
Plinker Spire Point
Speer Speer
C.O.L. [mm] [in.] 42,5 42,5
1,673 1,673
Bullet Type Mfg.
4,76 4,98 4,52 4,89 4,79 4,09 4,41 4,26 4,00 4,31 4,17
73,5 76,8 69,8 75,5 73,9 63,1 68,0 65,7 61,7 66,5 64,3
1071 1085 989 1003 1009 853 864 868 832 840 845
3512 3561 3245 3290 3310 2799 2834 2846 2730 2755 2771
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 5,10 5,30 4,83 5,20 5,07 4,39 4,69 4,53 4,23 4,51 4,42
78,7 81,8 74,5 80,2 78,2 67,7 72,4 69,9 65,3 69,6 68,2
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,8 105
HP
LAPUA
64,5
2,539
8,5 130
FSP
Speer
64,7
2,547
9,7 150
FSP
Speer
64,5
2,539
11,0 170
FSP
Speer
64,5
2,539
Powder Type N110 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
3770 3839 3468 3517 3540 2992 3031 3041 2884 2913 2982
0,88 0,79
13,6 12,1
610 545
2001 1786
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,97 0,91
15,0 14,0
Powder Type N120 N130 N133 N120 N130 N133 N135 N120 N130 N133 N135 N140 N130 N133 N135 N140
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
669 605
2196 1983
1,48 1,70 1,86 1,41 1,59 1,71 1,80 1,23 1,43 1,48 1,71 1,85 1,34 1,42 1,58 1,66
22,8 26,3 28,7 21,7 24,5 26,4 27,7 19,1 22,1 22,8 26,4 28,5 20,7 21,9 24,4 25,5
692 710 730 617 641 653 649 519 558 560 587 596 516 511 536 533
2271 2329 2395 2024 2103 2143 2129 1701 1831 1839 1927 1956 1692 1678 1759 1747
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,73 1,95 2,19 1,67 1,84 1,97 2,08 1,46 1,65 1,72 1,93 2,06 1,60 1,67 1,80 1,89
26,8 30,1 33,8 25,8 28,4 30,4 32,0 22,5 25,4 26,5 29,7 31,8 24,7 25,8 27,7 29,2
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1149 1170 1057 1072 1079 912 924 927 879 888 909
Test barrel: 510 mm (20"), 1 in 12" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 51.60 mm (2.031")
.30-30 Winchester Weight [g] [grs]
N160 N560 N160 N165 N560 N160 N165 N560 N160 N165 N560
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Test barrel: 460 mm (18"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Federal, trim-to length 32.60 mm (1.283")
.30 Carbine Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
781 800 833 705 728 741 737 593 631 636 660 672 598 589 604 610
2562 2623 2732 2314 2389 2432 2419 1946 2070 2086 2165 2203 1962 1931 1981 2002
Test barrel: 600 mm (23½"), twist 12" Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim to-length 47,3 mm (1,862")
.300 Savage Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
HP
LAPUA
62,5
2,461
8,1 125
TNT-HP
Speer
65,5
2,579
9,7 150
Mega
LAPUA
61,5
2,421
10,7 165
SBT
Sierre
66,0
2,598
12,0 200
Mega
LAPUA
66,0
2,598
Bullet Type Mfg.
N120 N130 N133 N120 N130 N133 N130 N135 N140 N133 N135 N140 N135 N140 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,19 2,41 2,59 2,06 2,21 2,53 1,89 2,24 2,44 2,20 2,35 2,46 2,15 2,30 2,36
33,9 37,1 39,9 31,8 34,1 39,1 29,2 34,6 37,6 33,9 36,2 37,9 33,2 35,5 36,4
878 912 894 764 794 822 684 706 719 690 700 713 631 649 644
2881 2993 2932 2507 2606 2698 2243 2315 2360 2264 2297 2341 2072 2131 2113
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,45 2,59 2,85 2,27 2,42 2,71 2,18 2,50 2,72 2,42 2,53 2,68 2,44 2,59 2,66
37,8 40,0 44,0 35,0 37,3 41,8 33,6 38,6 42,0 37,3 39,0 41,4 37,6 40,0 41,0
975 986 973 837 863 884 751 772 793 759 764 787 705 715 720
3199 3235 3192 2746 2831 2900 2464 2533 2602 2490 2507 2582 2313 2346 2362
Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 12" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 51.00 mm (2.008")
.308 Winchester Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,7 57 6,5 100
ALS1) HPCE
LAPUA LAPUA
67,0 67,0
2,638 2,638
7,1 110
HP
Sako
67,5
2,657
8,0 123
FMJ
LAPUA
66,9
2,634
8,1 125
Ballistic Tip
Nosler
70,0
2,756
8,5 130
HP
LAPUA
68,0
2,677
9,7 150
Mega
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
9,7 150
SPBT
Sierra
70,0
2,756
9,7 150 9,7 150
Lock Base HPBT
LAPUA Sierra
71,0 71,0
2,795 2,795
Powder Type N110 N110 N120 N130 N135 N120 N130 N133 N130 N135 N130 N133 N135 N140 N135 N140 N135 N140 N540 N133 N135 N140 N150 N540 N140 N540 N150 N550
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,78 1,32 1,98 2,18 2,47 2,32 2,52 2,73 2,26 2,72 2,40 2,60 2,70 2,86 2,58 2,75 2,05 2,09 2,26 2,27 2,56 2,71 2,82 2,73 2,62 2,71 2,74 2,88
27,5 20,4 30,6 33,7 38,1 35,8 38,9 42,1 34,9 42,0 37,0 40,1 41,6 44,1 39,7 42,4 31,6 32,2 34,9 35,0 39,5 41,8 43,6 42,1 40,4 41,8 42,2 44,5
1061 711 812 852 865 844 862 874 782 830 818 829 833 835 782 786 664 653 671 729 764 767 776 765 752 758 776 772
3481 2333 2663 2794 2837 2769 2826 2868 2566 2723 2684 2721 2732 2739 2567 2579 2178 2142 2201 2391 2505 2516 2545 2510 2467 2487 2545 2534
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,24 1,80 2,33 2,60 2,99 2,67 2,96 3,19 2,78 3,06F 2,79 3,00 3,17 3,23F 3,02 3,15 2,55 2,67 2,80 2,86 2,96 3,05 3,23 3,17 3,06 3,13 3,14C 3,26F
34,5 27,8 36,0 40,1 46,1 41,2 45,7 49,1 42,9 47,2F 43,0 46,3 48,9 49,8F 46,7 48,7 39,3 41,2 43,2 44,1 45,7 47,1 49,9 48,9 47,3 48,3 48,4C 50,3F
1217 870 930 976 992 962 988 1009 923 921 935 951 958 936 907 903 789 791 803 863 871 858 878 894 869 901 874 870
3993 2854 3051 3203 3255 3157 3242 3311 3028 3022 3068 3120 3143 3071 2975 2963 2588 2596 2635 2831 2857 2815 2880 2932 2851 2956 2869 2855
1
) A muzzle velocity exceeding 1000 m/s ( 3300 fps) may lead to severe barrel fouling! F = Case full C = Compressed load BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 23
Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 12" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 51.00 mm (2.008")
.308 Winchester Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,0 155
Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
10,0 155
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
10,0 155
HPBT Palma
Sierra
71,0
2,795
10,1 156
SPBT
Sako
68,2
2,685
10,7 165
SPBT
Speer
71,0
2,795
10,9 167
Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
10,9 167
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
10,9 168
HPBT
Sierra
71,0
2,795
11,0 170
FMJBT
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
11,3 175
HPBT/VLD
Sierra/Berger
71,0
2,795
11,7 180
SP
Hornady
71,0
2,795
11,7 180
X
Barnes
71,0
2,795
11,7 180
Naturalis
LAPUA
70,6
2,780
12,0 185
FMJBT
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
Powder Type N135 N140 N150 N140 N150 N540 N135 N140 N540 N150 N550 N135 N140 N150 N133 N135 N140 N150 N550 N140 N540 N150 N550 N140 N150 N540 N140 N540 N150 N550 N135 N140 N540 N150 N550 N140 N540 N550 N150 N135 N140 N150 N540 N550 N140 N540 N150 N550 N135 N140 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,23 2,38 2,53 2,60 2,65 2,64 2,28 2,40 2,46 2,63 2,76 2,51 2,64 2,78 2,38 2,48 2,60 2,66 2,86 2,56 2,51 2,64 2,78 2,61 2,64 2,62 2,35 2,44 2,50 2,70 2,42 2,56 2,60 2,61 2,77 2,29 2,44 2,57 2,39 2,33 2,47 2,48 2,09 2,30 2,60 2,63 2,75 2,84 2,33 2,44 2,54
34,4 36,7 39,0 40,1 40,9 40,7 35,1 37,0 37,9 40,6 42,5 38,8 40,7 42,9 36,8 38,3 40,1 41,0 44,1 39,5 38,8 40,8 42,9 40,2 40,7 40,5 36,2 37,7 38,6 41,6 37,4 39,5 40,1 40,2 42,8 35,3 37,7 39,6 36,8 36,0 38,1 38,3 32,2 35,5 40,1 40,6 42,4 43,8 36,0 37,6 39,2
687 686 719 746 760 760 712 717 712 752 756 729 727 751 715 724 729 735 760 711 707 723 732 743 737 732 685 691 707 725 710 715 703 720 719 664 687 698 681 661 669 677 591 623 707 703 727 716 667 675 712
2254 2251 2359 2448 2492 2494 2337 2354 2337 2466 2479 2390 2384 2464 2345 2376 2390 2411 2495 2332 2318 2370 2400 2437 2418 2401 2247 2266 2321 2379 2328 2345 2308 2361 2360 2177 2253 2290 2236 2169 2196 2220 1938 2043 2320 2306 2385 2349 2188 2215 2335
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,66 2,83 3,03 2,95 3,04 3,05 2,68 2,86 2,92 3,01 3,22 2,87 3,03 3,24 2,72 2,86 3,00 3,10 3,19 2,94 2,95 2,90 3,25C 2,80 2,97 3,00 2,78 2,89 2,88 3,06 2,78 2,95 3,00 2,95 3,25C 2,68 2,79 2,97 2,82 2,71 2,86 3,00 2,55 2,75 2,84 2,90 2,95 3,13 2,66 2,83 2,84
41,0 43,6 46,8 45,5 46,9 47,1 41,3 44,2 45,1 46,5 49,7 44,3 46,8 49,9 41,9 44,1 46,3 47,9 49,3 45,3 45,5 44,8 50,1C 43,2 45,8 46,3 42,8 44,5 44,5 47,2 42,9 45,5 46,3 45,5 50,1C 41,4 43,1 45,8 43,5 41,8 44,1 46,3 39,3 42,4 43,8 44,7 45,5 48,3 41,0 43,7 43,8
C = Compressed load = accuracy load BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 24
809 812 818 855 860 870 815 827 838 850 880 838 849 873 809 824 838 842 850 819 833 836 848 828 828 837 780 809 804 832 806 822 842 833 883 762 788 802 784 765 781 793 715 734 772 769 778 791 761 778 791
2653 2664 2683 2805 2822 2854 2674 2712 2750 2790 2888 2750 2787 2865 2653 2703 2750 2761 2789 2687 2734 2744 2784 2717 2717 2746 2558 2654 2636 2729 2645 2696 2762 2734 2896 2501 2586 2631 2573 2510 2561 2601 2346 2408 2533 2523 2552 2595 2495 2551 2595
Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 12" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 51.00 mm (2.008")
.308 Winchester Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
12,0 185
Silver Jacket Scenar
LAPUA
71,0
2,795
12,3 190
HPBT
Sierra
71,0
2,795
13,0 200
SP
Speer
71,0
2,795
Powder Type N150 N550 N140 N150 N550 N140 N540 N150 N550 N140 N150
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,42 2,62 2,46 2,47 2,72 2,42 2,44 2,49 2,63 2,28 2,24
37,3 40,5 38,0 38,1 41,9 37,3 37,6 38,4 40,6 35,2 34,5
664 672 689 696 711 677 672 676 695 609 604
2179 2203 2259 2283 2331 2222 2204 2218 2279 1999 1982
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,72 3,04 2,77 2,80 3,06 2,78 2,83 2,82 3,06 2,67 2,74
42,0 46,9 42,7 43,2 47,2 42,9 43,7 43,6 47,2 41,2 42,2
785 795 776 782 811 764 786 767 800 712 715
2575 2608 2546 2566 2661 2508 2579 2516 2624 2335 2344
= accuracy load
Test barrel: 660 mm (26"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 53.30 mm (2.098")
7,62x53R (7,62 Russian) Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
8,0 123
FMJ
LAPUA
68,5
2,697
9,7 150
Mega
LAPUA
70,9
2,791
10,0 155
Scenar
LAPUA
75,5
2,972
10,1 156
SPBT
Sako
70,5
2,776
10,9 167
Scenar
LAPUA
75,0
2,953
10,9 168
HPBT
Sierra
75,6
2,976
11,7 180
Naturalis
LAPUA
72,5
2,854
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
75,0
2,953
Powder Type N130 N133 N135 N133 N135 N140 N135 N140 N150 N135 N140 N150 N140 N540 N150 N550 N140 N150 N540 N550 N140 N540 N150 N550 N135 N140 N540 N150 N550
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,81 3,07 3,19 2,43 2,70 2,86 2,74 2,90 2,99 2,89 3,01 3,16 3,00 2,94 3,12 3,21 2,94 3,08 3,03 3,26 2,80 2,85 2,81 3,10 2,74 2,87 2,84 2,98 3,03
43,3 47,4 49,2 37,5 41,7 44,1 42,3 44,8 46,2 44,6 46,5 48,7 46,3 45,3 48,1 49,5 45,4 47,5 46,7 50,3 43,2 44,0 43,4 47,8 42,2 44,3 43,9 45,9 46,7
883 900 901 727 761 774 786 800 803 789 796 809 784 774 790 797 775 790 787 804 708 714 708 721 727 741 741 742 747
2896 2954 2956 2384 2497 2540 2579 2625 2635 2589 2612 2655 2573 2541 2590 2616 2541 2591 2581 2638 2323 2343 2323 2365 2384 2429 2431 2434 2452
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 3,19 3,41 3,50 2,83 3,05 3,19 3,02 3,19 3,15 3,18 3,31 3,45 3,10 3,24 3,38 3,54 3,24 3,35 3,34 3,52 3,07 3,10 3,10 3,40 2,98 3,03 3,14 3,24 3,41
49,1 52,6 54,0 43,6 47,1 49,2 46,7 49,3 48,6 49,0 51,1 53,2 47,8 50,0 52,1 54,6 50,0 51,7 51,5 54,4 47,4 47,8 47,8 52,5 46,0 46,8 48,5 50,0 52,6
967 978 984 826 851 862 865 884 886 866 879 890 862 854 865 885 848 863 869 879 781 789 782 813 795 787 818 815 847
3171 3209 3229 2709 2790 2829 2839 2900 2906 2840 2885 2921 2828 2802 2838 2904 2782 2831 2851 2884 2562 2589 2566 2667 2609 2581 2684 2674 2779
= accuracy load
BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 25
Test barrel: 660 mm (26"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 53.30 mm (2.098")
7,62x53R (7,62 Russian) Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
12,0 185
Mega
LAPUA
70,0
2,756
13,0 200
D166
LAPUA
76,0
2,992
13,0 200
HPBT
Sierra
77,1
3,035
14,3 220
HPBT
Sierra
77,1
3,035
Powder Type N140 N540 N150 N550 N140 N150 N540 N140 N540 N150 N550 N540 N150 N550
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2,80 2,87 2,92 3,13 2,36 2,36 2,47 2,72 2,75 2,83 3,04 2,63 2,61 2,84
3,12 3,17 3,20 3,47 2,59 2,64 2,69 3,07 3,06 3,14 3,34 2,87 2,96 3,12
43,2 44,4 45,1 48,3 36,4 36,4 38,1 42,0 42,4 43,6 46,8 40,6 40,3 43,9
708 720 718 746 635 641 656 698 703 706 728 656 639 675
2324 2363 2355 2446 2083 2103 2152 2292 2306 2316 2389 2151 2095 2215
48,1 48,9 49,4 53,5 40,0 40,7 41,5 47,4 47,2 48,5 51,5 44,3 45,7 48,1
788 799 792 835 709 711 720 779 779 781 807 728 728 753
2585 2621 2598 2740 2326 2333 2362 2556 2556 2562 2648 2388 2388 2470
= accuracy load
Test barrel: 600 mm (23½"), twist 10" Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Norma, trim-to length 55,40 mm (2.181")
7,5 x 55 Swiss GP31 Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,0 155
Scenar
LAPUA
75,5
2,972
10,8 167
Scenar
LAPUA
75,5
2,972
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
75,5
2,972
Powder Type N140 N150 N540 N140 N540 N150 N140 N150 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
3,00 3,03 3,05 2,78 2,65 2,78 2,45 2,85 2,74
3,18 3,22 3,25 2,96 3,07 3,08 2,71 2,93 2,87
46,3 46,8 47,1 42,9 40,9 42,9 37,8 44,0 42,3
759 763 766 700 700 703 694 697 688
2490 2503 2513 2297 2297 2306 2277 2287 2257
49,1 49,7 50,1 45,7 47,4 47,5 41,8 45,2 44,3
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811 815 842 760 771 761 710 723 722
2661 2674 2762 2493 2530 2497 2329 2372 2369
Test barrel: 620 mm (24"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 63.10 mm (2.484")
.30-06 Springfield Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,7 57 6,5 100
ALS1) HP
LAPUA LAPUA
79,0 79,8
3,110 3,142
7,1 110
RN
Hornady
74,0
2,913
8,0 123
FMJ
LAPUA
79,8
3,142
8,1 125
Ballistic Tip
Nosler
84,0
3,307
8,5 130
HP
LAPUA
84,0
3,307
9,7 150
Lock Base
LAPUA
84,0
3,307
9,7 150
Mega
LAPUA
82,0
3,228
9,7 150
HPBT
Sierra
84,0
3,307
10,0 155
Scenar
LAPUA
84,0
3,307
10,1 156
SPBT
Sako
80,5
3,169
10,9 167
Scenar
LAPUA
84,0
3,307
Powder Type N110 N130 N133 N135 N140 N540 N133 N135 N140 N150 N130 N133 N135 N140 N540 N150 N135 N140 N540 N150 N550 N135 N140 N540 N150 N135 N140 N540 N150 N550 N135 N140 N540 N140 N540 N150 N550 N140 N150 N540 N135 N140 N150 N140 N540 N150 N550 N160
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,02 2,71 3,17 3,34 3,60 3,70 3,29 3,31 3,57 3,69 2,61 3,04 3,24 3,44 3,57 3,66 3,05 3,33 3,58 3,52 3,81 3,08 3,29 3,40 3,50 3,00 3,17 3,24 3,31 3,62 2,75 2,98 3,10 3,16 3,35 3,62 3,61 2,91 2,88 3,11 2,97 3,14 3,22 2,99 3,04 3,12 3,22 3,71
31,1 41,8 48,9 51,5 55,5 57,1 50,7 51,0 55,0 57,0 40,3 46,9 50,0 53,1 55,1 56,5 47,1 51,4 55,3 54,3 58,8 47,5 50,8 52,5 54,0 46,2 48,9 50,0 51,0 55,8 42,4 45,9 47,8 48,7 51,7 55,9 55,8 45,0 44,4 48,1 45,8 48,5 49,7 46,1 46,9 48,1 49,7 57,2
1075 910 947 961 964 977 919 914 931 937 838 858 879 885 895 911 853 883 905 901 933 843 862 867 871 803 811 821 816 848 749 770 787 814 831 863 851 787 788 797 776 786 791 746 762 761 779 785
3527 2986 3107 3153 3163 3205 3015 2999 3053 3075 2749 2815 2884 2904 2936 2989 2800 2898 2970 2955 3061 2766 2828 2844 2858 2634 2660 2694 2677 2783 2459 2526 2583 2671 2725 2831 2793 2583 2584 2616 2546 2577 2596 2449 2500 2496 2556 2575
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,49 3,36 3,64 3,81 4,12 4,25F 3,58 3,55 3,83 4,06 3,01 3,40 3,58 3,86 3,94 4,02 3,58 3,79 4,07 3,95 4,31 3,50 3,79 3,87 3,89 3,35 3,59 3,67 3,72 4,00 3,13 3,36 3,51 3,55 3,78 3,98 4,00 3,15 3,34 3,45 3,45 3,56 3,68 3,20 3,51 3,51 3,75 4,13
38,4 51,8 56,1 58,8 63,5 65,6F 55,2 54,8 59,0 62,7 46,4 52,5 55,3 59,6 60,8 62,1 55,2 58,5 62,9 61,0 66,4 54,0 58,4 59,7 60,0 51,6 55,4 56,6 57,3 61,7 48,2 51,8 54,1 54,8 58,4 61,5 61,7 48,6 51,6 53,3 53,2 54,9 56,8 49,4 54,1 54,2 57,8 63,7
1217 1053 1062 1070 1094 1109 1015 989 1000 1034 934 965 977 995 1000 1018 976 995 1038 999 1063 952 979 994 976 875 903 922 907 951 845 867 904 899 944 955 948 861 875 900 889 896 899 845 891 851 893 884
3994 3455 3483 3510 3589 3638 3330 3245 3281 3393 3064 3166 3206 3264 3281 3340 3202 3266 3407 3276 3487 3123 3213 3261 3202 2871 2961 3026 2977 3121 2773 2845 2966 2951 3096 3132 3111 2825 2872 2952 2915 2939 2949 2772 2923 2792 2930 2901
1
) A muzzle velocity exceeding 1000 m/s ( 3300 fps) may lead to severe barrel fouling! F = Case full = accuracy load
BOLD TEXT INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED 27
Test barrel: 620 mm (24"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 63.10 mm (2.484")
.30-06 Springfield Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
11,0 170
LockBase
LAPUA
84,0
3,307
11,7 180 11,7 180 11,7 180
Spitzer X Naturalis
Speer Barnes LAPUA
84,0 84,0 82,4
3,307 3,307 3,244
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
84,0
3,307
12,3 190
HPBT
Sierra
84,0
3,307
13,0 200
Partition
Nosler
84,0
3,307
14,3 220
RN
Hornady
84,0
3,307
Powder Type N140 N540 N150 N550 N160 N550 N150 N550 N160 N560 N540 N150 N550 N160 N560 N150 N550 N160 N560 N150 N160 N160 N560
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2,99 3,05 3,15 3,27 3,39 3,20 2,75 3,20 3,40 3,45 2,93 2,97 3,09 3,59 3,65 2,97 3,17 3,53 3,68 2,81 3,42 3,35 3,59
3,34 3,47 3,53 3,77 3,90 3,70 3,13 3,50 3,62 3,87 3,25 3,20 3,48 3,97 4,18 3,29 3,63 4,09 4,21 3,00 3,53 3,77 4,14
46,1 47,1 48,6 50,5 52,3 49,3 42,4 49,4 52,5 53,2 45,2 45,8 47,7 55,4 56,3 45,8 48,9 54,5 56,8 43,3 52,8 51,7 55,4
746 758 764 779 730 715 717 753 765 733 715 726 726 755 756 780 743 755 755 673 712 666 705
2448 2487 2507 2556 2395 2345 2352 2470 2510 2405 2346 2382 2382 2477 2480 2559 2438 2477 2477 2207 2335 2185 2313
51,6 53,5 54,5 58,1 60,2 57,0 48,3 54,0 55,9 59,7 50,2 49,4 53,7 61,3 64,6 50,8 56,0 63,2 64,9 46,3 54,5 58,2 63,9
838 860 842 885 825 829 789 830 819 829 799 816 832 849 857 860 859 854 871 744 782 750 810
2748 2822 2763 2903 2705 2720 2589 2723 2687 2720 2621 2677 2730 2784 2812 2822 2817 2803 2859 2441 2566 2461 2657
= accuracy load Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Winchester, trim-to length 72.20 mm (2.842")
.300 H&H Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,0 155
Scenar
Lapua
91,4
3,598
12,0 185
Scenar
Lapua
91,4
3,598
13,0 200
HPBT
Sierra
91,4
3,598
Powder Type N150 N550 N160 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
3,76 3,98 4,28 3,95 4,31 4,35 3,87 4,21 4,24
3,97 4,26 4,57 4,21 4,59 4,62 4,04 4,42 4,45
58,0 61,4 66,0 60,9 66,5 67,1 59,7 65,0 65,4
888 914 909 820 851 843 792 821 813
2913 2999 2982 2690 2792 2766 2598 2694 2667
61,3 65,8 70,5 64,9 70,9 71,4 62,4 68,1 68,6
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935 971 967 872 908 895 829 864 853
3068 3187 3174 2862 2978 2937 2719 2834 2799
Test barrel: 620 mm (24"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Winchester, max. length 51,34 mm (2,021")
.300 Winchester Short Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,7 165
Scirocco
Swift
73,5
2,894
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
77,0 3 ,031
13,0 200
Mega
LAPUA
70,0
2,756
Powder Type N550 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560 N165
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
3,77 3,87 4,23 4,32 3,83 4,11 4,18 3,67 3,98 4,10
4,16 4,33 4,63 4,74 4,22 4,50 4,62 4,15 4,44 4,56
58,2 59,7 65,3 66,7 59,1 63,4 64,5 56,6 61,4 63,3
862 842 858 868 799 814 823 749 772 777
2828 2762 2815 2848 2621 2671 2700 2457 2533 2549
64,2 66,8 71,5 73,1 65,1 69,4 71,3 64,0 68,5 70,4
957 937 959 962 882 906 911 837 864 866
3140 3074 3146 3156 2894 2972 2989 2746 2835 2841
Test barrel: 620 mm (24"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 66,3 mm (2.610")
.300 Winchester Magnum
CAUTION: Loads less than the listed starting loads may due to excessive chamber pressure and must not be used!
Weight [g] [grs] 7,1 110 8,5 130 9,7 150
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
SP HP Ballistic Tip
Hornady LAPUA Nosler
83,0 84,2 84,8
3,268 3,315 3,339
10,9 167
Scenar
LAPUA
84,8
3,339
11,0 170
Lock Base
LAPUA
84,8
3,339
11,7 180
Partition
Nosler
84,8
3,339
11,7 180
Naturalis
LAPUA
85,71) 3,374
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
84,8
3,339
12,3 190
HPBT
Sierra
84,8
3,339
13,0 200
HPBT
Sierra
84,8
3,339
14,3 220
HPBT
Sierra
84,8
3,339
Powder Type N160 N160 N160 N165 N160 N165 N160 N560 N165 N160 N165 N160 N165 N560 N160 N560 N165 N560 N165 N170 N170 N560 N160 N165 N560 N165 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 5,40 4,99 4,79 5,20 4,70 5,02 4,43 4,80 4,82 4,52 4,86 4,05 4,45 4,80 4,26 4,60 4,72 4,34 4,49 4,40 4,05 3,95 4,02 4,15 3,40 3,27 3,65
83,3 77,0 73,9 80,2 72,4 77,5 68,4 74,1 74,4 69,8 75,0 62,5 68,7 74,1 65,7 71,0 72,8 66,9 69,2 67,8 62,4 60,9 62,0 64,0 52,5 50,4 56,3
1063 964 913 940 880 892 849 851 866 843 852 836 839 873 805 816 825 823 816 788 743 770 760 768 694 667 688
3488 3162 2994 3084 2887 2927 2785 2792 2841 2765 2795 2743 2753 2864 2641 2677 2707 2701 2676 2586 2438 2526 2495 2518 2278 2187 2256
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 5,65 5,34 5,01 5,35F 5,01 5,39 4,82 5,09 5,15 4,94 5,26 4,53 4,93 5,01 4,70 5,01 5,10 4,88 5,01 5,06 4,85 4,60 4,56 4,79 4,12 4,24 4,31
87,1 82,4 77,3 82,6F 77,3 83,2 74,4 78,5 79,5 76,1 81,1 69,9 76,1 77,3 72,5 77,3 78,7 75,3 77,3 78,0 74,8 70,9 70,3 73,8 63,6 65,4 66,5
1122 1041 986 997 950 967 936 952 951 916 925 878 887 913 894 917 915 898 882 861 828 852 835 846 782 772 767
3679 3416 3234 3271 3117 3171 3071 3123 3120 3004 3033 2881 2910 2995 2933 3009 3002 2947 2893 2826 2717 2795 2741 2774 2567 2531 2515
F = Case full = accuracy load
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Test barrel: 660 mm (26"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Weatherby, trim-to length 71.50 mm (2.815")
.300 Weatherby Magnum
CAUTION: Loads less than the listed starting loads may due to excessive chamber pressure and must not be used!
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs] 8,1 125 9,7 150
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
Ballistic Tip Ballistic Tip
Nosler Nosler
90,0 90,1
3,543 3,547
10,7 165
SPBT
Speer
90,3
3,555
11,7 180
SP
Hornady
90,3
3,555
13,0 200
HPBT
Sierra
90,3
3,555
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,0 155
Scenar
LAPUA
93,0
3,661
11,0 170
Lock Base
LAPUA
93,0
3,661
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
93,0
3,661
13,0 200
HPBT
Sierra
93,0
3,661
14,3 220
HPBT
Sierra
93,0
3,661
Bullet Type Mfg.
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
5,19 4,88 5,27 4,85 5,24 4,66 5,04 4,47 4,39 4,44
5,52 5,22 5,59 5,16 5,57 5,01 5,43 4,81 4,87 5,11
80,2 75,3 81,3 74,8 80,9 71,9 77,7 69,0 67,7 68,5
1046 945 949 923 932 875 888 821 795 781
3430 3102 3113 3028 3057 2872 2912 2694 2609 2562
85,2 80,6 86,3 79,6 85,9 77,3 83,8 74,2 75,1 78,9
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,7 165
Partition
Nosler
89,5
3,524
11,7 180
X
Barnes
89,5
3,524
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
91,4
3,598
3623 3291 3343 3200 3228 3050 3098 2862 2814 2817
Powder Type
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
N160 N560 N170 N560 N170 24N41 N560 N170 24N41 N170 24N41 24N41 20N29
4,89 5,24 6,01 5,12 5,66 6,15 4,82 5,40 5,93 5,09 5,56 5,10 6,06
5,23 80,7 5,73 88,4 6,41 99,0 5,49 84,7 6,10 94,1 6,56 101,2 5,31 81,9 5,89 90,9 6,30 97,2 5,56 85,8 6,01 92,8 5,67 87,4 6,45 99,6
75,5 80,9 92,7 79,0 87,3 94,9 74,4 83,3 91,5 78,5 85,8 78,7 93,5
973 973 993 942 939 945 879 893 916 851 866 804 856
3192 3192 3258 3091 3081 3100 2884 2930 3005 2792 2841 2638 2808
Powder Type
1023 1057 1064 1004 1003 1015 954 962 965 915 928 875 908
3355 3468 3491 3293 3292 3331 3131 3158 3166 3003 3044 2871 2980
N160 N560 N165 N165 N560 N170 N560 N165 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
4,97 5,39 5,57 4,52 4,65 4,90 5,46 5,18 5,98
5,64 6,13 6,12 5,40 5,60 6,12 5,93 6,09 6,40
76,7 83,2 85,9 69,7 71,7 75,6 84,2 79,9 92,3
896 902 919 833 854 840 888 865 875
2940 2959 3015 2733 2802 2756 2913 2838 2871
87,0 94,5 94,4 83,3 86,3 94,4 91,5 94,0 98,7
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1104 1003 1019 975 984 930 944 872 858 859
Test barrel: 660 mm (26"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Remington, trim-to length 72.10 mm (2.839)
.300 Remington Ultra Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
N160 N160 N165 N160 N165 N160 N165 N560 N165 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Test barrel: 690 mm (27"), 1 in 9½ twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: LAPUA, trim to-length 68,9 mm (2,713")
.300 LAPUA Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
980 1027 1009 939 956 952 979 960 966
3214 3371 3311 3079 3137 3124 3213 3148 3170
Test barrel: 670 mm (26½"), twist 10" Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Weatherby, trim to-length 73,7 mm (2,902")
.30-.378 Weatherby Magnum
CAUTION: Loads less than the listed starting loads may due to excessive chamber pressure and must not be used!
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,0 155
Scenar
LAPUA
93,0
3,661
11,0 170
Lock Base
LAPUA
93,0
3,661
12,0 185
Scenar
LAPUA
93,0
3,661
13,0 200
HPBT
Sierra
93,0
3,661
14,3 220
HPBT
Sierra
93,0
3,661
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,7 57 6,5 100
ALS HP
LAPUA LAPUA
55,7 55,4
2,193 2,181
8,0 123 8,1 125
FMJ Mega
LAPUA LAPUA
55,7 52,4
2,193 2,063
Bullet Type Mfg.
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
N160 N165 N170 N160 N165 N170 24N41 N160 N560 N170 24N41 20N29 24N41 20N29 20N29
6,10 6,68 7,23 5,63 6,33 6,94 7,31 5,61 5,96 6,69 7,16 7,94 4,80 7,52 7,14
6,41 6,94 7,54 5,91 6,67 7,20 7,83 5,95 6,26 7,12 7,58 8,18 6,96 7,88 7,64
94,1 103,1 111,6 86,9 97,7 107,1 112,8 86,6 92,0 103,2 110,5 122,5 74,1 116,0 110,2
1004 1017 1008 933 957 957 980 913 922 946 959 971 691 918 974
3294 3337 3307 3061 3140 3140 3215 2995 3025 3104 3146 3186 2267 3012 3196
98,9 107,1 116,3 91,2 102,9 111,1 120,8 91,8 96,6 109,9 117,0 126,2 107,4 121,6 117,9
1062 1075 1069 973 1002 1008 1060 963 981 1009 1023 1003 949 980 938
3484 3527 3507 3192 3287 3307 3478 3159 3219 3310 3356 3291 3114 3215 3077
Powder Type N110 N110 N120 N120 N120 N130
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,56 1,22 1,65 1,60 1,55 1,68
24,1 18,8 25,5 24,7 23,9 25,8
925 685 688 663 658 677
3035 2247 2257 2175 2157 2219
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,78 1,41 1,80 1,77 1,68 1,79
27,5 21,8 27,8 27,3 26,0 27,6
997 772 769 728 712 728
3233 2503 2494 2361 2309 2359
Test barrel: 600 mm (23½"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 56,20 mm (2.213")
.303 British Weight [g] [grs]
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Test barrel: 415 mm (16"), 1 in 9½ twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 38.50 mm (1.516")
7,62 x 39 Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,7 57 8,0 123
ALS FMJ
LAPUA LAPUA
73,3 73,3
2,886 2,886
9,7 150
Mega
LAPUA
70,5
2,776
11,3 174
HPBT
Sierra
78,0
3,071
11,7 180
Spitzer
Sierra
78,0
3,071
Powder Type N110 N120 N130 N133 N130 N133 N135 N140 N540 N135 N140 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,68 2,18 2,39 2,58 2,38 2,49 2,29 2,49 2,57 2,15 2,33 2,48
25,9 33,6 36,9 39,8 36,7 38,4 35,3 38,4 39,7 33,2 36,0 38,3
981 819 840 858 831 839 711 725 728 664 683 697
3219 2687 2756 2815 2726 2753 2333 2379 2388 2178 2241 2287
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,21 2,37 2,59 2,76 2,55 2,70 2,49 2,70 2,78 2,36 2,57 2,70
34,1 36,6 40,0 42,6 39,3 41,7 38,4 41,7 42,9 36,4 39,7 41,7
1178 873 895 914 884 899 761 782 791 714 739 758
3865 2864 2936 2999 2900 2949 2497 2566 2595 2343 2425 2487
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Test barrel: 620 mm (24"), 1 in 9½" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: SAKO, trim-to length 56.80 mm (2.236")
8mm Mauser (8 x 57 JS) Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
8,1 125
SP
Hornady
74,0
2,913
9,7 150
Spitzer
Speer
76,0
2,992
11,0 170
SP
Speer
77,0
3,031
13,0 200
Spitzer
Speer
79,5
3,130
13,0 200
Partition
Nosler
81,0
3,189
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
13,0 200 14,6 225
SP SP
Hornady Hornady
85,01) 3,346 84,0 3,307
16,2 250
Grand Slam
Speer
83,8
3,299
16,2 250
SBT
Sierra
84,8
3,339
16,2 250
Scenar
LAPUA
84
3,307
17,8 275 19,4 300
SP HPBT
Speer Sierra
85,01) 3,346 84,8 3,339
1)
N130 N133 N135 N135 N140 N135 N140 N150 N140 N150 N160
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2,89 3,29 3,32 3,07 3,25 2,97 3,12 3,26 2,92 2,99 3,42
3,25 3,62 3,71 3,45 3,63 3,30 3,46 3,61 3,17 3,31 3,77
44,7 50,8 51,3 47,4 50,1 45,8 48,1 50,3 45,0 46,2 52,7
896 924 909 824 830 775 781 795 708 713 723
2941 3032 2982 2704 2723 2543 2561 2608 2322 2340 2371
50,2 55,9 57,3 53,2 56,0 51,0 53,3 55,7 49,0 51,0 58,2
981 1011 1012 913 928 861 872 887 789 792 821
3219 3317 3320 2994 3045 2823 2859 2910 2588 2599 2695
Test barrel: 620 mm (24"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 63.30 mm (2.492")
.338 Winchester Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
Powder Type N160 N160 N560 N160 N165 N160 N560 N165 N550 N160 N560 N165 N160 N560
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
5,09 4,56 4,78 4,49 4,81 4,25 4,39 4,63 4,06 4,23 4,72 4,63 4,06 4,20
5,37 4,80 5,15 4,83 5,19 4,58 4,78 5,02 4,27 4,55 5,03 5,01 4,43 4,66
78,6 70,4 73,8 69,3 74,3 65,6 67,7 71,4 62,7 65,3 72,9 71,5 62,7 64,7
878 798 820 753 766 758 774 779 765 760 787 731 692 700
2881 2617 2689 2470 2511 2488 2540 2555 2509 2494 2581 2398 2270 2295
82,8 74,1 79,4 74,5 80,0 70,7 73,7 77,4 65,8 70,1 77,5 77,3 68,3 71,9
932 856 849 809 823 810 831 835 810 813 843 785 745 756
3057 2809 2785 2655 2698 2659 2728 2738 2657 2669 2765 2576 2445 2479
The cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum. Test barrel: 700 mm (27½"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 69.00 mm (2.714")
.338 LAPUA Magnum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
13,0 200
SP
Hornady
91,0
3,583
14,6 225
SP
Hornady
91,0
3,583
16,2 250
Lock Base
LAPUA
91,5
3,602
Powder Type N160 N165 N160 N560 N165 N170 N560 N165 N170
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
5,81 6,24 5,07 5,35 5,40 5,75 5,05 4,85 5,19
6,22 96,0 6,66 102,8 5,64 87,0 5,86 90,5 6,01 92,8 6,33 97,6 5,56 85,9 5,74 88,5 5,90 91,0
89,6 96,3 78,3 82,6 83,2 88,8 78,0 74,9 80,1
926 935 830 865 839 847 812 780 785
3038 3068 2723 2838 2753 2779 2663 2558 2577
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993 1005 900 934 915 917 879 886 858
3259 3297 2953 3065 3000 3009 2883 2906 2816
Test barrel: 700 mm (27½"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 69.00 mm (2.714")
.338 LAPUA Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
16,2 250
Scenar
LAPUA
93,5
19,4 300
HPBT
Sierra
91,5
Powder Type
3,681
N560 N165 N170 3,602 N165 N560 N170 24N41
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
4,83 4,89 5,52 4,57 4,70 5,15 5,52
5,40 5,39 6,09 5,20 5,37 5,86 6,28
74,5 75,5 85,2 70,5 72,5 79,4 85,2
802 789 800 695 722 719 735
2630 2589 2625 2281 2370 2360 2410
83,3 83,2 93,9 80,2 82,8 90,4 96,8
866 846 870 766 800 792 809
2841 2775 2854 2513 2624 2599 2653
= accuracy load
Test barrel: 580 mm (22¾"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 61.80 mm (2.433")
9,3 x 62 Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
17,5 270
Naturalis
LAPUA
82,5
3,248
18,5 285
Mega
LAPUA
82,2
3,236
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
15,0 231 16,5 256 17,5 270
SP SP Naturalis
Norma Sako LAPUA
92,1 92,2 94,0
3,626 3,630 3,701
18,5 285
Mega
LAPUA
92,2
3,630
18,5 285 19,0 293
X TUG
Barnes RWS
97,61) 3,483 95,51) 3,760
1)
N135 N140 N540 N150 N135 N140 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 2,80 3,39 3,52 3,50 2,85 3,00 3,05
43,2 52,3 54,3 54,0 44,0 46,3 47,1
642 673 679 684 605 614 607
2106 2208 2228 2244 1985 2014 1991
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 3,30 3,70 3,77 3,82 3,14 3,39 3,50
50,9 57,1 58,2 58,9 48,5 52,3 54,0
699 733 731 745 676 673 694
2293 2405 2398 2444 2218 2208 2277
Test barrel: 610 mm (24"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: RWS, trim-to length 74.50 mm (2.933")
9,3 x 74R Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
Powder Type N140 N140 N135 N140 N540 N135 N140 N540 N140 N140
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 3,72 3,50 3,10 3,30 3,48 2,80 3,45 3,24 3,17 3,42
57,4 54,0 47,8 50,9 53,7 43,2 53,2 50,0 48,9 52,7
718 654 649 656 655 576 636 618 623 637
2356 2146 2129 2152 2149 1890 2087 2028 2045 2088
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 4,29 4,00 3,30 3,75 3,83 3,43 3,78 3,78 3,61 3,72
66,2 61,8 50,9 57,9 59,1 52,9 58,3 58,3 55,6 57,4
810 751 706 716 723 665 694 701 688 695
2656 2463 2316 2349 2372 2182 2277 2300 2256 2281
The cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum.
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Test barrel: 620 mm (24"), 1 in 12" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Remington, trim-to length 72.20 mm (2.842")
.375 H&H Magnum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
15,2 235
Spitzer
Speer
91,0
3,583
16,2 250
SBT
Sierra
91,0
3,583
17,5 270
SP
Speer
91,0
3,583
18,5 285
Grand Slam
Speer
91,0
3,583
Bullet Type Mfg.
N140 N150 N540 N150 N540 N150 N540 N150
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
4,55 4,75 4,44 4,52 4,32 4,36 4,22 4,21
4,91 5,10 4,82 4,87 4,71 4,87 4,60 4,69
70,2 73,3 68,5 69,7 66,7 67,3 65,1 65,0
816 834 797 799 767 769 732 733
2677 2736 2615 2621 2516 2523 2402 2405
75,8 78,7 74,4 75,1 72,7 75,1 71,0 72,4
879 886 856 852 825 830 790 792
2884 2907 2808 2795 2707 2723 2592 2598
Test barrel: 560 mm (22"), 1 in 38" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 56.30 mm (2.216")
.444 Marlin Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
13,0 200
HP/XTP
Hornady
64,4
2,535
15,6 240
JTC-SIL
Hornady
64,5
2,539
17,2 265
FP
Hornady
65,0
2,559
Powder Type N110 N120 N120 N130 N120 N130
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
2,66 3,28 2,91 3,23 2,82 3,09
3,05 3,75 3,43 3,68 3,27 3,45
41,0 50,6 44,9 49,8 43,5 47,7
720 782 684 697 649 657
2362 2565 2243 2286 2129 2157
47,1 57,8 53,0 56,8 50,5 53,2
797 869 780 780 736 732
2613 2851 2560 2558 2415 2401
Test barrel: 560 mm (22"), 1 in 20" twist Primers: Large Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 53.30 mm (2.098")
.45-70 Government
WARNING: These loads are to be used only in modern rifles like Ruger #1 or .45-70's chambered on Mauser type bolt actions. They MUST NOT be used in old rifles with weaker actions like Trapdoor and old Marlin mod. 1895. The listed maximum loads do not exceed 210 MPa.
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
19,4 300 22,7 350
XFN RN
Barnes Hornady
64,8 64,7
25,9 400
FN
Speer
64,7
33,1 510
LFN w/ gas check
Gunhill
64,7
1)
2,551 2,547
Powder Type
N130 N130 N133 N530 2,547 N130 N133 N530 2,547 N1201) N1301)
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
3,10 3,11 3,26 3,45 2,90 3,06 3,20 1,70 2,00
3,37 3,46 3,72 3,82 3,22 3,40 3,52 1,90 2,30
47,8 48,0 50,3 53,2 44,7 47,2 49,4 26,2 30,9
547 522 507 509 489 485 478 360 389
1795 1713 1663 1670 1604 1591 1568 1181 1276
52,0 53,4 57,4 58,9 49,7 52,5 54,3 29,3 35,5
Cowboy Action Shooting-load.
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602 614 621 606 559 574 568 408 495
1975 2014 2037 1988 1834 1883 1864 1339 1624
Test barrel: 635 mm (25"), 1 in 14" twist Primers: Large Rifle Magnum Cases: Winchester, trim-to length 63.30 mm (2.492")
.458 Winchester Magnum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
22,7 350
RN
Hornady
74,9
2,949
25,9 400
A-Frame
Swift
82,0
3,228
25,9 400
X
Barnes
83,0
3,268
32,4 500
RN
Hornady
84,0
3,307
Powder Type N120 N130 N133 N130 N530 N135 N130 N530 N135 N130 N133 N530
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 4,13 4,46 4,72 4,30 4,90 4,80 4,00 4,50 4,30 3,60 3,85 4,20
63,7 68,8 72,8 66,3 75,6 74,1 61,7 69,4 66,3 55,5 59,4 64,8
712 730 730 674 691 677 631 645 625 557 564 589
2336 2395 2395 2211 2267 2221 2070 2116 2051 1827 1850 1932
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 4,53 4,80 4,90F 4,55 5,10F 4,90F 4,36 4,70F 4,42F 4,11 4,52 4,76
69,9 74,1 75,6F 70,2 78,7F 75,6F 67,3 72,5F 68,2F 63,4 69,7 73,4
748 773 756 710 722 692 688 674 644 623 645 655
2454 2536 2480 2329 2369 2270 2257 2211 2113 2044 2116 2149
F = Case full Test barrel: 1140 mm (45"), rifle twist 16½" Primers: CCI35 Cases: IMI, trim-to length 99.10 mm
.50 BMG Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
41,9 647
FMJBT
SPEER
137,5
5,413
45,4 700
Solid
Barnes
137,5
5,413
48,6 750
A-MAX
Hornady
137,5
5,413
48,6 750
Bullex-N
LAPUA
138,0
5,433
48,6 750
Solid
Barnes
137,5
5,413
51,8 800
Bullex-N
LAPUA
137,5
5,413
51,8 800
Solid
Barnes
137,5
5,413
55,1 850
Solid
Barnes
137,5
5,413
Powder Type N170 24N41 20N29 24N41 20N29 N170 24N41 20N29 24N41 20N29 24N41 20N29 24N41 20N29 24N41 20N29 24N41 20N29
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 13,03 13,86 15,53 13,69 15,27 12,31 12,97 14,59 13,83 15,57 13,26 14,64 12,93 14,95 11,79 14,19 12,34 13,91
201,1 213,8 239,7 211,2 235,6 190,0 200,2 225,2 213,4 240,3 204,6 226,0 199,5 230,7 181,9 219,1 190,5 214,7
801 819 836 808 819 759 764 779 798 826 768 782 756 796 722 779 716 746
2629 2688 2744 2652 2687 2490 2508 2556 2618 2710 2520 2565 2480 2612 2369 2557 2349 2447
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 14,76 14,72 16,61 15,00 16,61 13,99 14,13 15,97 14,93 16,58 14,54 16,23 14,23 15,79 12,84 15,88 13,50 15,42
227,8 227,2 256,3 231,5 256,3 215,8 218,0 246,4 230,4 255,9 224,4 250,5 219,6 243,7 198,1 245,0 208,3 238,0
894 888 922 887 908 842 843 862 865 895 858 871 826 857 790 850 784 828
2932 2915 3024 2910 2978 2763 2765 2829 2838 2936 2815 2857 2710 2812 2592 2788 2573 2716
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HANDGUN RELOADING DATA DISCLAIMER All of this reloading information has been provided by Nammo Lapua Oy. The data given here were obtained in laboratory conditions following strictly the CIP (Commission International Permanente) June 13, 1990 and November 9, 1993 rules. The listed maximum loads have been determined according to the respective CIP/SAAMI maximum pressure specification, whichever is lower. These test methods have been deemed to be safe throughout the world. Pressure is measured at the case mouth or from inside the case according to the CIP. DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY EXTRAPOLATIONS. PLEASE FOLLOW THE DATA AS WRITTEN. IT IS A MUST FOR EVERY RELOADER TO READ THE RELOADING SAFETY RULES ON THE PAGES 9 AND 10 OF THIS GUIDE.
Test barrel: 360 mm (14"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Necked-up LAPUA .223 Rem., trim-to length 44.50 mm (1.752")
7mm TCU Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
HP
Hornady
62,5
7,8 120
SSSP
Hornady
63,5
8,4 130
Spitzer
Speer
65,0
9,7 150
SBT
Sierra
65,0
10,4 160
SBT
Sierra
66,0
Powder Type
2,461 N120 N130 N133 2,500 N120 N130 N133 2,559 N120 N130 N133 2,559 N120 N130 N133 N135 2,598 N120 N130 N133 N135 N540
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,48 1,62 1,77 1,32 1,45 1,62 1,24 1,40 1,46 1,17 1,31 1,38 1,44 1,12 1,26 1,31 1,45 1,48
22,8 25,0 27,3 20,4 22,4 25,0 19,1 21,6 22,5 18,0 20,2 21,2 22,2 17,3 19,5 20,2 22,4 22,9
667 672 695 606 610 630 542 573 576 513 535 542 538 480 505 511 531 544
2 188 2 205 2 280 1 988 2 001 2 067 1 778 1 880 1 890 1 683 1 755 1 778 1 765 1 575 1 657 1 677 1 742 1 785
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,64 1,79 1,96 1,45 1,61 1,81 1,38 1,55 1,62 1,30 1,45 1,53 1,60 1,25 1,41 1,45 1,61 1,63
25,3 27,7 30,2 22,4 24,9 27,9 21,3 23,9 25,0 20,0 22,4 23,6 24,8 19,3 21,7 22,4 24,9 25,2
744 753 774 655 673 701 596 626 633 562 586 599 597 531 558 559 582 598
2 441 2 470 2 539 2 149 2 208 2 300 1 955 2 054 2 077 1 844 1 923 1 965 1 959 1 742 1 831 1 834 1 909 1 962
NOTE: This cartridge is not supported by CIP or SAAMI. The maximum loads do not exceed 320 MPa.
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Test barrel: 375 mm (14½"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 38.40 mm (1.512")
7mm BR Remington Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5
100
HP
Hornady
56,0
7,8
120
SSSP
Hornady
56,6
9,1
140
Ballistic Tip
Nosler
60,3
9,7
150
Ballistic Tip
Nosler
60,3
HPBT
Sierra
59,7
10,4 160
9,7
150
10,9 168
Bullet Type Mfg.
2,205 N120 N130 2,228 N120 N130 N133 2,374 N120 N130 N133 2,374 N120 N130 N133 N135 2,350 N120 N130 N133 N135
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,82 1,97 1,67 1,81 1,94 1,45 1,62 1,71 1,42 1,54 1,62 1,75 1,30 1,42 1,56 1,67
28,0 30,5 25,8 27,9 30,0 22,4 25,0 26,3 21,9 23,8 25,1 27,0 20,1 21,9 24,1 25,8
774 783 687 707 714 595 612 623 576 589 595 606 539 559 575 588
2539 2568 2255 2318 2343 1954 2006 2044 1890 1931 1952 1988 1770 1834 1886 1929
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,93 2,10 1,80 1,94 2,11 1,58 1,73 1,84 1,54 1,67 1,77 1,87 1,42 1,55 1,69 1,79
29,8 32,4 27,8 29,9 32,6 24,4 26,7 28,4 23,8 25,8 27,3 28,9 21,9 23,9 26,1 27,6
829 838 738 784 771 640 661 671 619 635 642 650 580 602 619 630
2720 2749 2421 2572 2530 2100 2169 2201 2031 2083 2106 2133 1903 1975 2031 2067
Test barrel: 380 mm (15"), 1 in 8" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Thune, trim-to length 48.80 mm (1.920")
7mm GJW Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
Ballistic Tip
Nosler
75,0
HPBT
Sierra
75,0
Powder Type
2,953 N130 N133 N135 2,953 N130 N133 N135 N140
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,58 1,65 1,78 1,54 1,62 1,76 1,83
24,4 25,5 27,5 23,7 25,1 27,1 28,2
613 614 629 583 587 605 607
2013 2013 2065 1913 1927 1984 1991
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,67 1,74 1,86 1,63 1,71 1,83 1,91
25,8 26,8 28,7 25,2 26,4 28,2 29,5
642 644 658 611 617 631 636
2106 2113 2159 2005 2024 2070 2087
Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 10" twist, groove calibre 7,85 mm (0,309") Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Fiocchi 7,63 Mauser, trim-to length 24,80 mm (0,976")
7,62 x 25 Tokarev
NOTE: FOR FIREARMS CHAMBERED FOR THE 7,62 x 25 TOKAREV CARTRIDGE ONLY.
Weight [g] [grs]
1)
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
3,9
60
HP1)
Speer
32,0
4,6
71
FMJ1)
Sierra
33,0
Powder Type
1,260 N320 N340 1,299 N340 3N37 3N38
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,29 0,39 0,36 0,39 0,53
4,4 5,9 5,5 6,0 8,1
391 434 410 412 471
1284 1425 1345 1352 1546
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,36 0,46 0,43 0,49 0,61
Bullet cal. 7,92 mm (0,312”)
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5,5 7,1 6,7 7,6 9,5
480 522 478 493 521
1574 1713 1569 1616 1708
Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 10" twist, groove calibre 7,85 mm (0,309") Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Fiocchi 7,63 Mauser, trim-to length 24,80 mm (0,976")
7,62 x 25 Tokarev
NOTE: FOR FIREARMS CHAMBERED FOR THE 7,62 x 25 TOKAREV CARTRIDGE ONLY.
Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
1) 2)
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
4,8
74
FMJ1)
LAPUA
33,0
5,8
90
JHC2)
Sierra
32,5
6,0
93
FMJ1)
LAPUA
34,0
Powder Type
1,299 N340 3N37 1,280 N340 3N37 3N38 1,339 N340 3N37 3N38
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,35 0,39 0,29 0,34 0,46 0,31 0,33 0,43
5,5 5,9 4,5 5,2 7,1 4,7 5,1 6,6
406 403 308 340 404 342 349 378
1331 1322 1011 1116 1326 1122 1146 1241
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,43 0,49 0,37 0,43 0,53 0,39 0,46 0,56
6,6 7,6 5,7 6,6 8,1 5,9 7,1 8,6
471 478 405 416 452 401 418 445
1546 1569 1329 1366 1482 1316 1370 1460
Bullet cal. 7,84 mm (0,309") Bullet cal. 7,92 mm (0,312") Test barrel: 175 mm (7"), 1 in 18½" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 23.20 mm (.913")
.32 S.&W. Long N.P. Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs] 5,4 6,4 6,4
83 98 98
LWC LWC LRN
LAPUA LAPUA LAPUA
C.O.L. [mm] [in.] 24,6 24,6 32,3
.32 S.&W. Long Wadcutter Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs] 5,4 6,4
83 98
LWC LWC
LAPUA LAPUA
Bullet Type Mfg.
5,8
90
6,5 100
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,09 0,07 0,12
1,5 1,1 1,9
231 186 256
758 610 840
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,11 0,08 0,14
1,7 1,3 2,2
258 208 277
846 682 909
Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 18¾" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 23.20 mm (.913")
Powder Type
0,969 N310 0,969 N310
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,11 0,09
1,7 1,4
246 233
807 764
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,13 0,12
2,0 1,9
286 257
938 843
Test barrel: 100 mm (4"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to legnth 19,00 mm (0,748")
9mm Luger Weight [g] [grs]
0,969 N310 0,969 N310 1,272 N310
C.O.L. [mm] [in.] 24,6 24,6
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
HP-XTP
Hornady
27,0
HP
Speer
27,5
Powder Type
1,063 N310 N320 N330 N340 N350 3N37 1,083 N320 N330 N340 3N37
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,26 0,31 0,36 0,36 0,42 0,42 0,30 0,35 0,37 0,42
3,9 4,8 5,6 5,5 6,4 6,4 4,7 5,4 5,7 6,4
369 401 420 423 424 437 373 393 393 398
1212 1316 1379 1387 1391 1434 1222 1290 1290 1306
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,27 0,34 0,39 0,40 0,47 0,47 0,33 0,38 0,42 0,47
4,2 5,3 6,1 6,2 7,2 7,2 5,1 5,9 6,4 7,3
384 421 439 452 456 461 398 416 429 434
1260 1380 1440 1483 1496 1512 1307 1365 1407 1423
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Test barrel: 100 mm (4"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to legnth 19,00 mm (0,748")
9mm Luger Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,5
115
HP-XTP
Hornady
29,0
7,5
115
RN
Rainier
29,0
7,8
120
CEPP
LAPUA
28,7
8,0
124
LSWC
Intercast
29,0
8,0
124
FMJ/FP
Hornady
29,0
8,0
124
RN
Rainier
29,0
8,4
130
FMJ
Sierra
29,0
9,4
145
LRN
Intercast
29,0
9,5
147
HP/XTP
Hornady
29,0
Powder Type
1,142 N320 N330 N340 3N37 N350 1,142 N320 N330 N340 N350 3N37 1,130 N320 N330 N340 N350 3N37 1,142 N320 N330 N340 3N37 N350 1,142 N320 N330 N340 3N37 N350 1,142 N320 N330 N340 N350 3N37 1,142 N320 N330 N340 N350 3N37 N105 1,142 N330 N340 N350 3N37 1,142 N330 N340 3N37 N350 N105 3N38
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,26 0,31 0,34 0,39 0,38 0,25 0,30 0,32 0,37 0,39 0,25 0,30 0,32 0,38 0,36 0,24 0,28 0,30 0,35 0,32 0,25 0,31 0,34 0,39 0,35 0,24 0,27 0,30 0,34 0,35 0,23 0,26 0,28 0,33 0,32 0,45 0,22 0,25 0,27 0,29 0,25 0,25 0,30 0,29 0,40 0,41
4,0 4,8 5,2 6,0 5,9 3,9 4,7 5,0 5,7 6,1 3,9 4,7 4,9 5,9 5,6 3,8 4,4 4,7 5,4 5,0 3,9 4,8 5,3 6,1 5,4 3,8 4,2 4,7 5,2 5,4 3,6 4,0 4,4 5,2 4,9 7,0 3,5 3,9 4,2 4,5 3,9 3,9 4,7 4,5 6,1 6,3
341 356 365 370 373 326 342 353 364 364 308 339 346 358 339 327 345 346 352 346 310 338 347 357 349 305 324 328 340 346 299 314 325 330 325 351 285 299 296 299 294 289 298 302 317 357
1118 1166 1198 1214 1225 1068 1123 1157 1195 1195 1012 1113 1135 1174 1113 1073 1131 1136 1156 1134 1017 1108 1139 1172 1144 1000 1063 1077 1115 1136 981 1031 1066 1083 1067 1151 935 982 972 982 964 948 979 991 1039 1171
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,29 0,35 0,38 0,44 0,42 0,28 0,33 0,35 0,41 0,42 0,28 0,33 0,36 0,41 0,39 0,27 0,31 0,33 0,38 0,35 0,28 0,34 0,37 0,42 0,39 0,27 0,30 0,33 0,38 0,39 0,26 0,29 0,31 0,36 0,36 0,48 0,25 0,28 0,30 0,32 0,28 0,28 0,33 0,32 0,41 0,45
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4,5 5,4 5,9 6,7 6,4 4,4 5,1 5,4 6,4 6,5 4,3 5,1 5,5 6,4 6,1 4,1 4,8 5,1 5,9 5,4 4,3 5,2 5,7 6,5 6,0 4,1 4,7 5,1 5,9 6,0 4,0 4,5 4,8 5,5 5,5 7,4 3,8 4,3 4,7 5,0 4,3 4,3 5,1 5,0 6,4 6,9
362 381 397 398 396 347 361 374 391 383 331 362 370 383 363 343 358 369 371 363 334 359 370 377 370 326 344 351 364 365 319 333 341 346 344 375 305 318 319 322 315 309 321 326 338 368
1188 1251 1301 1305 1299 1139 1185 1228 1282 1256 1085 1188 1214 1256 1189 1125 1175 1211 1218 1191 1096 1178 1214 1236 1214 1069 1129 1152 1196 1199 1046 1094 1119 1135 1130 1232 1000 1044 1047 1055 1032 1015 1052 1070 1108 1207
Test barrel: 100 mm (4"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to legnth 19,00 mm (0,748")
9mm Luger Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
9,5 147
RN
Rainier
29,0
9,7 150
CEPP
Lapua
28,7
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,5 100
HP
Speer
29,0
7,5 115
FMJ
Sierra
29,5
8,0 123
FMJ
LAPUA
29,5
9,5 147
HP-XTP
Hornady
29,5
Bullet Type Mfg.
0,22 0,24 0,27 0,29 0,23 0,24 0,27 0,27
3,5 3,8 4,2 4,5 3,5 3,8 4,2 4,2
272 272 285 286 264 275 285 275
893 892 935 937 867 903 936 904
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,25 0,27 0,30 0,32 0,24 0,27 0,30 0,30
3,8 4,1 4,7 4,9 3,8 4,1 4,6 4,7
287 293 309 307 283 294 304 298
942 960 1014 1008 929 966 997 976
Powder Type
1,142 N340 3N37 N350 1,161 N340 3N37 N350 N105 1,161 N340 3N37 N350 N105 1,161 3N37 N350 N105
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,39 0,43 0,46 0,35 0,39 0,39 0,53 0,31 0,35 0,35 0,45 0,32 0,30 0,38
5,9 6,7 7,0 5,3 5,9 5,9 8,1 4,7 5,3 5,3 6,9 4,9 4,6 5,8
416 427 433 381 375 388 410 348 354 348 372 310 324 326
1363 1400 1420 1248 1229 1274 1344 1142 1160 1143 1220 1016 1064 1071
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,43 0,48 0,50 0,38 0,43 0,43 0,57 0,34 0,39 0,38 0,48 0,34 0,32 0,41
6,6 7,4 7,6 5,9 6,6 6,6 8,7 5,2 5,9 5,9 7,4 5,3 5,0 6,3
444 453 459 401 402 410 438 364 372 370 397 329 338 347
1455 1485 1505 1314 1319 1346 1435 1194 1222 1213 1301 1079 1110 1139
Test barrel: 130 mm (5"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: Winchester, trim-to length 22.75 mm (0.896")
9 x 23 Winchester Weight [g] [grs]
1,142 N330 N340 N350 3N37 1,130 N330 N340 N350 3N37
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Test barrel: 140 mm (5½"), 1 in 10" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: Tanfoglio, trim-to length 21.00 mm (.826")
9mm x 21 Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,5 115
FMJ
Sierra
32,5
8,0 123
FMJ
LAPUA
32,5
8,0 123
Megashock
LAPUA
30,2
8,5 130
RN B
Rainier
32,5
Powder Type
1,280 N340 3N37 N350 1,280 N340 3N37 N350 1,189 N340 N350 3N37 1,280 N340 3N37 N350
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,41 0,47 0,48 0,38 0,43 0,45 0,37 0,44 0,41 0,37 0,43 0,40
6,3 7,3 7,4 5,9 6,6 6,9 5,7 6,8 6,4 5,7 6,6 6,1
425 424 419 384 397 388 382 391 391 366 377 361
1395 1392 1374 1261 1302 1272 1254 1282 1281 1202 1238 1184
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,46 0,54 0,57 0,45 0,48 0,50 0,42 0,48 0,50 0,41 0,48 0,47
7,2 8,3 8,8 6,9 7,5 7,8 6,5 7,3 7,7 6,3 7,5 7,3
449 462 456 422 427 425 419 423 432 401 412 405
1474 1517 1496 1385 1400 1394 1373 1386 1416 1315 1351 1328
NOTE: This cartridge is not supported by CIP or SAAMI. The maximum loads do not exceed 300 MPa.
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Test barrel: 130 mm (5"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: Starline, trim-to length 21.80 mm (0.858")
.357 SIG Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
6,2
95
FMJ
Sierra
30,5
7,5
115
FMJ
Sierra
30,5
8,0
123
FMJ
LAPUA
30,5
8,0
123
Megashock
LAPUA
30,5
8,5
130
RN B
Rainier
30,5
Bullet Type Mfg.
1,201 N340 3N37 N350 1,201 N340 3N37 N350 1,201 N340 3N37 N350 1,201 N340 3N37 N350 1,201 N340 3N37 N350
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,51 0,56 0,57 0,41 0,49 0,47 0,39 0,47 0,47 0,39 0,45 0,45 0,40 0,46 0,44
7,8 8,7 8,8 6,3 7,5 7,3 6,0 7,2 7,2 6,0 7,0 6,9 6,1 7,1 6,8
461 469 469 404 416 411 381 392 394 381 393 389 370 381 383
1512 1539 1537 1325 1365 1347 1250 1287 1293 1249 1291 1276 1213 1249 1257
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,58 0,65 0,66 0,50 0,56 0,56 0,48 0,54 0,54 0,48 0,54 0,54 0,46 0,52 0,53
8,9 10,0 10,1 7,7 8,6 8,6 7,4 8,3 8,3 7,4 8,3 8,4 7,1 8,1 8,1
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,5
115
HP-XTP
Hornady
31,5
7,5
115
FMJ
Sierra
32,4
7,5
115
RN
Rainier
31,5
8,0
124
FMJ-FP
Hornady
32,0
8,0
124
LSWC
Intercast
32,0
8,4
130
FMJ
Sierra
32,0
8,4
130
RN
Rainier
32,0
Powder Type
1,240 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,276 N350 3N37 1,240 N320 N340 N350 3N37 1,260 N320 N340 3N37 N350 N105 1,260 N320 N340 N350 3N37 1,260 N320 N340 3N37 N105 1,260 N320 N340 N350 3N37
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
1652 1686 1699 1473 1502 1509 1398 1431 1440 1400 1435 1445 1343 1330 1404
0,33 0,39 0,42 0,36 0,51 0,48 0,31 0,39 0,43 0,44 0,30 0,39 0,46 0,41 0,64 0,26 0,35 0,39 0,41 0,27 0,36 0,41 0,60 0,29 0,35 0,38 0,41
5,1 6,0 6,5 5,5 7,9 7,5 4,8 6,0 6,6 6,9 4,7 6,0 7,1 6,4 10,0 4,0 5,4 6,0 6,3 4,2 5,5 6,3 9,3 4,4 5,4 5,9 6,3
362 381 385 357 414 395 357 382 388 390 330 368 374 366 429 334 367 371 377 317 349 360 402 312 344 347 355
1 188 1 250 1 263 1 171 1 358 1 296 1 171 1 253 1 273 1 280 1 083 1 207 1 227 1 201 1 407 1 096 1 204 1 217 1 237 1 040 1 145 1 181 1 319 1 024 1 129 1 138 1 165
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,38 0,45 0,51 0,46 0,59 0,54 0,37 0,45 0,52 0,51 0,35 0,46 0,50 0,49 0,71 0,32 0,41 0,46 0,48 0,33 0,41 0,47 0,65 0,33 0,40 0,45 0,47
5,9 6,9 7,9 7,1 9,1 8,4 5,7 7,0 7,9 7,9 5,4 7,1 7,7 7,5 10,9 5,0 6,4 7,1 7,4 5,1 6,3 7,3 10,1 5,2 6,2 6,9 7,2
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504 514 518 449 458 460 426 436 439 427 437 440 409 405 428
Test barrel: 140 mm (5½"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: Remington +P, trim-to length 22.70 mm (.893")
.38 Super Auto Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
402 426 436 415 463 443 394 426 438 432 366 413 401 411 486 369 405 415 417 354 384 399 444 350 375 388 392
1 319 1 398 1 430 1 362 1 519 1 453 1 293 1 398 1 437 1 417 1 201 1 355 1 316 1 348 1 594 1 211 1 329 1 362 1 368 1 161 1 260 1 309 1 457 1 148 1 230 1 273 1 286
Test barrel: 140 mm (5½"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: Remington +P, trim-to length 22.70 mm (.893")
.38 Super Auto Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
9,4 145
LRN
Intercast
32,0
9,5 147
HP/XTP
Hornady
32,0
9,5 147
RN
Rainier
32,0
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,5 115
FMJ
LAPUA
31,5
8,0 123
FMJ
LAPUA
32,0
8,4 130
FMJ
Sierra
32,0
Bullet Type Mfg.
0,28 0,36 0,33 0,33 0,38 0,37 0,51 0,32 0,34 0,36
4,3 5,5 5,1 5,1 5,9 5,7 7,8 5,0 5,3 5,5
315 329 319 315 334 327 360 321 307 316
1 033 1 079 1 047 1 033 1 096 1 073 1 181 1 053 1 007 1 037
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,33 0,41 0,39 0,38 0,44 0,42 0,55 0,37 0,40 0,41
5,2 6,3 6,0 5,9 6,8 6,5 8,4 5,7 6,1 6,3
350 368 358 354 372 364 394 348 345 349
1 148 1 207 1 175 1 161 1 220 1 194 1 293 1 142 1 132 1 145
Powder Type
1,240 N340 3N37 3N38 1,260 N340 3N37 3N38 1,260 N340 3N37 3N38
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,40 0,47 0,60 0,39 0,47 0,57 0,38 0,46 0,53
6,2 7,3 9,3 6,0 7,3 8,8 5,9 7,1 8,2
373 379 413 357 372 394 347 360 373
1 224 1 243 1 355 1 171 1 220 1 293 1 138 1 181 1 224
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,44 0,52 0,68 0,43 0,52 0,62 0,41 0,50 0,58
6,8 8,0 10,4 6,7 8,0 9,6 6,4 7,7 8,9
406 415 454 387 402 434 376 392 411
1 330 1 361 1 489 1 270 1 319 1 424 1 234 1 285 1 350
Test barrel: 170 mm (6½"), 1 in 18" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 29.10 mm (1.146")
.38 Special Weight [g] [grs]
1,260 N340 3N37 N350 1,260 N340 3N37 N350 N105 1,260 N340 N350 3N37
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Test barrel: 140 mm (5½"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 22.70 mm (.893")
.38 Super LAPUA Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,1 110
HP/XTP
Hornady
36,5
8,0 124
LSWC
Intercast
36,5
8,1 125
FP/XTP
Hornady
36,5
8,1 125
FP
Rainier
36,5
Powder Type
1,437 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,437 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,437 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,437 N320 N340 N350 3N37
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,35 0,40 0,48 0,43 0,29 0,37 0,41 0,39 0,32 0,38 0,44 0,42 0,29 0,34 0,38 0,40
5,4 6,2 7,3 6,6 4,5 5,7 6,3 5,9 4,9 5,8 6,8 6,5 4,5 5,2 5,9 6,2
342 345 353 355 310 324 329 336 299 318 319 323 293 306 304 310
1120 1130 1156 1165 1015 1063 1079 1101 981 1042 1045 1058 960 1002 997 1017
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,40 0,45 0,53 0,50 0,34 0,42 0,46 0,44 0,37 0,43 0,49 0,49 0,34 0,41 0,45 0,47
6,1 6,9 8,2 7,7 5,2 6,4 7,0 6,8 5,6 6,7 7,5 7,5 5,2 6,3 6,9 7,2
388 386 399 398 353 367 367 370 342 359 367 373 332 349 354 362
1272 1267 1308 1305 1159 1203 1205 1215 1121 1178 1204 1224 1089 1146 1160 1187
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Test barrel: 170 mm (6½"), 1 in 18" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: LAPUA, trim-to length 29.10 mm (1.146")
.38 Special Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
9,1
140
HP
Speer
36,5
9,4
145
LSWC
Intercast
37,5
9,5
146
JHP
Speer
35,0
9,6
148
LWC
Sako
30,0
10,2 158
HP
Speer
36,5
10,2 158
FP
Rainier
37,5
10,4 160
LFN
Intercast
37,5
1)
Bullet Type Mfg.
1,437 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,476 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,378 N340 3N37 N350 1,181 N320 N330 N340 N350 1,437 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,476 N320 N340 N350 3N37 1,476 N340 3N37 N350
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,30 0,36 0,41 0,40 0,25 0,33 0,36 0,35 0,30 0,35 0,34 0,20 0,22 0,24 0,27 0,25 0,32 0,38 0,36 0,26 0,32 0,36 0,37 0,33 0,35 0,35
4,6 5,6 6,2 6,2 3,9 5,1 5,5 5,4 4,6 5,4 5,2 3,0 3,3 3,6 4,1 3,9 4,9 5,9 5,5 3,9 4,9 5,5 5,6 5,1 5,3 5,4
268 275 282 282 270 295 287 296 261 263 265 237 239 248 255 218 241 259 261 237 247 261 260 297 277 294
878 902 925 925 886 966 940 969 856 863 869 776 784 812 835 715 791 848 855 776 809 856 853 974 909 963
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,35 0,41 0,46 0,45 0,30 0,38 0,39 0,42 0,35 0,40 0,39 0,23 0,25 0,27 0,30 0,30 0,37 0,43 0,41 0,31 0,37 0,41 0,42 0,38 0,40 0,40
5,3 6,2 7,1 6,9 4,6 5,8 6,0 6,4 5,4 6,1 5,9 3,5 3,8 4,1 4,6 4,6 5,6 6,6 6,3 4,8 5,7 6,3 6,5 5,8 6,2 6,1
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
7,1
110
HP/XTP
Hornady
40,0
8,0
124
LSWC
Intercast
41,01)
8,1
125
FP/XTP
Hornady
40,0
Powder Type
1,575 N310 N320 N340 3N37 N350 N110 1,614 N340 N350 N110 1,575 N310 N320 N340 N350 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
1051 1079 1117 1102 1004 1118 1077 1136 1004 1018 1010 876 910 926 964 892 983 999 1013 927 967 1004 1015 1107 1064 1077
0,43 0,51 0,60 0,68 0,69 1,20 0,56 0,59 1,11 0,39 0,45 0,56 0,62 1,09
6,6 7,8 9,2 10,5 10,6 18,5 8,6 9,1 17,1 5,9 7,0 8,7 9,5 16,8
413 445 475 496 497 523 443 446 510 371 400 440 456 488
1 355 1 460 1 558 1 627 1 631 1 716 1 453 1 463 1 673 1 217 1 312 1 444 1 496 1 601
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,46 0,55 0,65 0,75 0,74 1,38 0,61 0,65 1,21 0,43 0,50 0,62 0,68 1,19
7,1 8,4 10,1 11,6 11,4 21,2 9,4 10,0 18,7 6,6 7,7 9,5 10,5 18,4
The cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum.
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320 329 341 336 306 341 328 346 306 310 308 267 277 282 294 272 300 305 309 283 295 306 310 338 324 328
Test barrel: 175 mm (7"), 1 in 18½" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32.60 mm (1.283")
.357 Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
433 468 509 527 525 626 469 472 553 399 428 471 483 540
1 420 1 537 1 669 1 728 1 722 2 055 1 540 1 547 1 813 1 309 1 404 1 545 1 585 1 772
Test barrel: 175 mm (7"), 1 in 18½" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32.60 mm (1.283")
.357 Magnum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
9,1 140
HP
Speer
9,4 145
LSWC
Intercast
10,2 158
HP
Speer
40,0
10,2 158 10,2 158 10,4 160
FP/XTP HP LFN
Hornady Speer Intercast
40,0 40,0 40,0
11,7 180
TMJ
Speer
42.61)
13,0 200
TMJ
Speer
43.11)
1)
40,0
41.01)
Powder Type
1,575 N340 3N37 N350 N110 1,614 N320 N340 3N37 N350 N110 1,575 N320 N340 3N37 N350 1,575 N105 1,575 N110 1,575 N340 3N37 N350 N110 1,677 N340 3N37 N350 N105 N110 1,697 3N37 N350 N105 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,53 0,59 0,58 1,02 0,41 0,47 0,54 0,51 0,98 0,40 0,47 0,53 0,54 0,76 0,98 0,45 0,51 0,48 0,92 0,45 0,50 0,47 0,65 0,82 0,46 0,45 0,60 0,79
8,2 9,2 9,0 15,8 6,4 7,3 8,4 7,9 15,1 6,2 7,3 8,2 8,3 11,8 15,1 6,9 7,8 7,5 14,1 6,9 7,7 7,3 10,1 12,7 7,1 6,9 9,2 12,1
404 417 416 457 376 398 412 404 479 335 361 377 385 427 451 376 383 383 456 321 336 325 379 382 297 288 337 362
1 325 1 368 1 365 1 499 1 234 1 306 1 352 1 325 1 572 1 099 1 184 1 237 1 263 1 401 1 480 1 234 1 257 1 257 1 496 1 053 1 102 1 066 1 243 1 253 974 945 1 106 1 188
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,57 0,65 0,63 1,11 0,45 0,51 0,60 0,58 1,06 0,44 0,51 0,59 0,59 0,82 1,05 0,49 0,55 0,54 0,99 0,49 0,55 0,53 0,73 0,91 0,51 0,50 0,66 0,85
8,9 10,0 9,7 17,1 6,9 7,9 9,2 9,0 16,4 6,7 7,8 9,1 9,1 12,6 16,3 7,6 8,5 8,3 15,3 7,6 8,5 8,2 11,3 14,0 7,9 7,7 10,2 13,1
429 447 445 502 396 421 440 436 511 361 384 406 406 454 488 394 410 405 487 348 366 360 409 425 325 324 366 389
1 407 1 467 1 459 1 647 1 299 1 380 1 443 1 429 1 677 1 183 1 259 1 331 1 333 1 490 1 602 1 291 1 346 1 329 1 597 1 142 1 201 1 182 1 342 1 394 1 066 1 063 1 199 1 277
The cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum.
.357 Remington Maximum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
Test barrel: 300 mm (12"), 1 in 18½" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 40.60 mm (1.598")
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,2 158
FP/XTP
Hornady
48,0
10,2 158
FP
Rainier
48,0
Powder Type
1,890 3N37 N350 N105 N110 1,890 N350 3N37 N105 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,70 0,64 0,85 1,21 0,71 0,69 0,86 1,27
10,8 9,9 13,1 18,7 11,0 10,6 13,3 19,6
461 443 485 557 440 445 490 559
1 512 1 453 1 591 1 827 1 444 1 460 1 608 1 834
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,76 0,74 0,97 1,30 0,81 0,78 0,98 1,35
11,6 11,5 14,9 20,0 12,5 12,0 15,2 20,8
488 485 529 591 490 489 532 594
1 600 1 591 1 736 1 938 1 608 1 604 1 745 1 949
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.357 Remington Maximum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,4 160
LFN
Intercast
48,0
11,7 180
Silhouette
Nosler
48,1
13,0 200
TMJ
Speer
1)
Test barrel: 300 mm (12"), 1 in 18½" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 40.60 mm (1.598")
50.81)
Powder Type
1,890 3N37 N350 N105 1,894 N105 N110 N120 2,000 N110 N120
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,66 0,66 0,87 0,79 1,07 1,40 0,99 1,30
10,1 10,1 13,4 12,2 16,6 21,7 15,3 20,1
465 459 517 443 500 516 440 458
1 526 1 506 1 696 1 453 1 640 1 693 1 444 1 503
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,75 0,72 0,99 0,88 1,15 1,50 1,07 1,39
11,6 11,0 15,3 13,6 17,8 23,1 16,5 21,4
491 482 555 482 530 549 471 497
1 611 1 580 1 820 1 580 1 740 1 801 1 545 1 631
The cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum. Test barrel: 140 mm (5½"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 21.40 mm (.843")
.40 S.&W. Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs] 8,7
135
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
HP
Nosler
28,6
10,0 155
HP-XTP
Hornady
28,6
10,0 155
FP
Rainier
28,6
10,7 165
TC-FMJ
PMC
28,6
11,0 170
HP
Hornady
28,6
11,7 180
HP
Speer
28,6
13,0 200
TMJ
Speer
28,6
Powder Type
1,126 N320 N340 3N37 1,126 N320 N330 N340 3N37 N350 1,126 N320 N330 N340 N350 3N37 1,126 N320 N340 3N37 3N38 1,126 N340 3N37 N350 1,126 N340 3N37 N350 1,126 N340 3N37 N350 3N38 N105
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,39 0,48 0,54 0,34 0,39 0,39 0,47 0,43 0,34 0,39 0,41 0,46 0,49 0,32 0,41 0,47 0,62 0,34 0,39 0,38 0,35 0,38 0,38 0,30 0,33 0,34 0,45 0,49
6,0 7,4 8,3 5,2 6,0 6,0 7,3 6,6 5,3 6,0 6,4 7,2 7,5 4,9 6,3 7,3 9,6 5,3 6,0 5,8 5,5 5,8 5,9 4,7 5,1 5,3 6,9 7,5
373 403 403 337 348 345 357 351 331 344 352 357 359 303 334 343 369 313 322 322 305 303 319 267 265 272 304 321
1 224 1 322 1 322 1 106 1 142 1 132 1 171 1 152 1 086 1 129 1 155 1 171 1 178 994 1 096 1 125 1 211 1 027 1 056 1 056 1 001 994 1 047 876 869 892 997 1 053
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,42 0,54 0,59 0,37 0,42 0,44 0,52 0,49 0,37 0,42 0,46 0,51 0,54 0,37 0,46 0,51 0,66 0,39 0,44 0,43 0,39 0,43 0,43 0,34 0,38 0,38 0,50 0,51
6,5 8,3 9,1 5,8 6,5 6,8 8,0 7,5 5,8 6,5 7,1 7,9 8,3 5,7 7,1 7,9 10,2 6,0 6,8 6,6 6,0 6,6 6,6 5,3 5,9 5,9 7,7 7,9
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400 435 437 359 371 375 386 379 353 368 383 389 388 336 366 374 401 341 350 349 333 334 343 293 295 297 335 341
1 311 1 426 1 434 1 177 1 218 1 230 1 267 1 245 1 157 1 208 1 256 1 275 1 274 1 103 1 200 1 226 1 315 1 117 1 147 1 144 1 091 1 095 1 126 961 968 974 1 099 1 118
Test barrel: 140 mm (5½"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 25.00 mm (.988")
10mm AUTO Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,0 155
HP-XTP
Hornady
31,9
10,0 155
FP
Rainiers
31,9
11,7 180
HP
Speer
31,9
13,0 200
FMJ/FP
Hornady
31,9
.41 Remington Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg. JHC
Sierra
40,1
13,6 210
HP/XTP
Hornady
40,1
Bullet Type Mfg.
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,43 0,47 0,46 0,47 0,52 0,53 0,39 0,43 0,38 0,60 0,32 0,38 0,34 0,50
6,7 7,2 7,1 7,2 8,0 8,2 6,0 6,6 5,9 9,3 5,0 5,9 5,3 7,7
355 359 359 369 379 373 312 333 328 372 267 291 284 325
1 165 1 178 1 178 1 211 1 243 1 224 1 024 1 093 1 076 1 220 876 955 932 1 066
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,47 0,53 0,52 0,50 0,56 0,56 0,42 0,48 0,44 0,65 0,35 0,42 0,39 0,54
7,3 8,2 8,0 7,8 8,6 8,7 6,5 7,4 6,8 10,1 5,5 6,5 6,0 8,3
380 387 387 392 406 398 339 355 350 396 295 315 307 343
1 246 1 270 1 270 1 285 1 333 1 305 1 111 1 165 1 148 1 299 968 1 033 1 008 1 125
Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 18¾" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: W-W Super, trim-to length 32,50 mm (1,280")
Powder Type
1,579 N350 N105 N110 1,579 N350 N105 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,72 0,99 1,41 0,67 0,84 1,20
11,1 15,3 21,8 10,3 13,0 18,5
415 465 500 373 405 436
1362 1526 1640 1224 1329 1430
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,81 1,10 1,50 0,74 0,95 1,28
12,5 16,9 23,2 11,4 14,6 19,8
451 500 532 400 437 466
1480 1642 1746 1312 1435 1529
Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 18" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 29.30 mm (1.153")
.44 S.&W. Special Weight [g] [grs]
1,256 N340 3N37 N350 1,256 N340 N350 3N37 1,256 N340 3N37 N350 N105 1,256 N340 3N37 N350 N105
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
11,0 170
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
11,7 180
HP-XTP
Hornady
37,3
13,0 200
HP-XTP
Hornady
37,3
Powder Type
1,469 N320 N330 N340 N350 1,469 N320 N330 N340 N350
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,44 0,50 0,57 0,64 0,41 0,50 0,54 0,59
6,8 7,7 8,8 9,9 6,4 7,7 8,3 9,1
285 308 319 318 270 287 293 296
935 1 010 1 047 1 043 886 942 961 971
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,49 0,56 0,62 0,68 0,45 0,55 0,59 0,64
7,5 8,6 9,5 10,5 7,0 8,5 9,1 9,9
315 338 349 350 294 315 325 329
1 033 1 109 1 145 1 148 965 1 033 1 066 1 079
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Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 18" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 29.30 mm (1.153")
.44 S.&W. Special Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
14,3 220
FPJ-Match
Sierra
37,3
15,6 240
JTC-Sil
Hornady
37,6
16,2 250
FPJ
Sierra
37,3
17,3 267
LFN
Intercast
39,1
.44 Remington Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
1,469 N320 N330 N340 N350 1,480 N320 N330 N340 N350 1,469 N320 N330 N340 N350 1,539 N320 N330 N340 N350
HP-XTP
Hornady
40,7
13,0 200
HP-XTP
Hornady
40,7
14,3 220
FPJ-Match
Sierra
40,7
15,6 240
JTC-Sil
Hornady
40,7
16,2 250
FPJ-Match
Sierra
40,7
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,34 0,40 0,43 0,50 0,31 0,35 0,41 0,49 0,31 0,32 0,36 0,44 0,34 0,41 0,42 0,47
5,2 6,2 6,6 7,7 4,9 5,5 6,3 7,5 4,7 5,0 5,5 6,7 5,3 6,3 6,5 7,3
221 232 248 254 193 206 222 239 193 191 197 229 242 261 256 259
725 761 814 833 633 676 728 784 633 627 646 751 794 856 840 850
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,39 0,46 0,48 0,56 0,36 0,40 0,46 0,53 0,36 0,39 0,42 0,49 0,39 0,45 0,46 0,52
5,9 7,0 7,4 8,6 5,6 6,2 7,1 8,2 5,5 6,0 6,5 7,6 6,0 7,0 7,1 8,0
Powder Type
1,602 N320 N340 N350 N105 N110 1,602 N320 N340 3N37 N350 N105 N110 1,602 N320 N340 N350 N105 1,602 N320 N340 3N37 N350 N105 N110 1,602 N320 N340 N350 N105
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
837 889 912 948 732 768 827 889 741 748 778 853 860 922 912 925
0,69 0,84 0,89 1,23 1,63 0,65 0,76 0,89 0,83 1,09 1,58 0,59 0,72 0,83 1,08 0,58 0,67 0,78 0,77 0,95 1,32 0,55 0,65 0,75 0,87
10,7 12,9 13,8 19,0 25,1 10,1 11,8 13,7 12,8 16,8 24,4 9,0 11,2 12,8 16,7 9,0 10,4 12,0 11,8 14,7 20,4 8,5 10,1 11,6 13,4
407 439 448 498 492 381 410 433 416 459 494 350 381 402 432 331 358 372 375 404 435 314 341 366 382
1 335 1 440 1 470 1 634 1 614 1 250 1 345 1 421 1 365 1 506 1 621 1 148 1 250 1 319 1 417 1 086 1 175 1 220 1 230 1 325 1 427 1 030 1 119 1 201 1 253
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,77 0,92 0,99 1,40 1,76 0,73 0,84 0,98 0,95 1,26 1,71 0,67 0,80 0,96 1,22 0,63 0,75 0,86 0,83 1,08 1,43 0,63 0,73 0,85 1,08
11,8 14,1 15,3 21,6 27,1 11,3 13,0 15,2 14,6 19,4 26,3 10,4 12,3 14,8 18,8 9,7 11,5 13,3 12,8 16,6 22,1 9,7 11,2 13,1 16,7
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255 271 278 289 223 234 252 271 226 228 237 260 262 281 278 282
Test barrel: 175 mm (7"), 1 in 20" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32.40 mm (1.275")
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
11,7 180
Powder Type
437 472 481 543 534 408 437 462 453 500 530 375 405 439 470 354 380 402 399 437 470 344 370 395 429
1 432 1 549 1 578 1 781 1 751 1 339 1 434 1 515 1 487 1 642 1 740 1 232 1 328 1 441 1 542 1 161 1 247 1 318 1 308 1 434 1 541 1 130 1 213 1 295 1 406
.44 Remington Magnum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs] 17,3 267
LFN
Intercast
19,4 300
HP-XTP
Hornady
19,4 300
JSP
Sierra
1)
Test barrel: 175 mm (7"), 1 in 20" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32.40 mm (1.275")
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
Powder Type
42,71) 1,681 N340 3N37 N350 N110 43,61) 1,717 N340 3N37 N350 N105 N110 43,61) 1,717 N340 3N37 N350 N105 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,68 0,77 0,74 1,32 0,62 0,67 0,68 0,85 1,21 0,61 0,65 0,64 0,82 1,15
10,5 11,8 11,4 20,3 9,5 10,3 10,5 13,1 18,6 9,3 10,1 9,9 12,6 17,8
357 365 360 422 304 308 315 349 384 296 305 296 342 369
1 171 1 198 1 181 1 385 997 1 010 1 033 1 145 1 260 971 1 001 971 1 122 1 211
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,75 0,85 0,82 1,41 0,68 0,74 0,76 0,94 1,31 0,66 0,73 0,72 0,90 1,23
11,5 13,2 12,7 21,8 10,5 11,4 11,7 14,6 20,2 10,2 11,2 11,1 13,8 19,1
376 391 385 450 323 336 344 375 419 319 332 326 368 398
1 232 1 284 1 262 1 476 1 061 1 102 1 128 1 231 1 374 1 046 1 089 1 071 1 208 1 305
The cartridge overall length exceeds the CIP maximum. Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 22.70 mm (.893")
.45 AUTO Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
10,0 154
LSWC
Intercast
31,5
11,7 180
LSWC
Intercast
31,6
12,0 185
TMJ-SWC
Speer
31,5
12,0 185
FN
Rainier
30,5
13,0 200
LSWC
Intercast
31,5
13,0 200
FMJ-CT
Hornady
31,5
14,9 230
FMJ-RN
Hornady
32,0
Powder Type
1,240 N320 N340 1,244 N320 N340 1,240 N310 N320 N340 1,201 N320 N340 N350 1,240 N310 N320 N340 1,240 N320 N340 N350 1,260 N310 N320 N340 N350
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,38 0,49 0,35 0,44 0,27 0,36 0,46 0,37 0,47 0,57 0,24 0,30 0,39 0,32 0,40 0,43 0,24 0,32 0,38 0,43
5,9 7,6 5,4 6,8 4,2 5,6 7,1 5,8 7,3 8,8 3,7 4,7 6,1 5,0 6,2 6,7 3,7 4,9 5,9 6,7
315 344 296 311 258 278 303 291 303 325 252 271 295 261 276 279 219 239 253 257
1033 1129 971 1020 846 913 993 955 994 1065 827 888 966 855 906 916 719 784 830 845
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,41 0,53 0,39 0,48 0,30 0,39 0,50 0,41 0,51 0,61 0,26 0,33 0,43 0,35 0,44 0,47 0,27 0,34 0,41 0,47
6,4 8,2 6,0 7,4 4,6 6,1 7,7 6,3 7,9 9,4 4,0 5,1 6,6 5,4 6,8 7,3 4,2 5,2 6,4 7,2
341 369 321 337 277 301 330 316 333 357 272 292 317 283 300 303 235 259 278 280
1117 1211 1053 1104 909 988 1082 1037 1093 1170 892 958 1039 928 986 996 771 850 912 920
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Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32.50 mm (1.279")
.45 Colt Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
11,7 180
LSWC
Intercast
40,5
12,0 185
HP/XTP
Hornady
40,5
12,0 185
FN
Rainier
40,5
13,0 200 13,0 200
FMJ-CT LSWC
Hornady Hornady
40,5 40,5
14,9 230
FMJ-Match
Sierra
40,5
16,2 250
HP-XTP
Hornady
40,5
.45 Winchester Magnum Weight [g] [grs]
Bullet Type Mfg.
1,594 N320 N330 N340 N350 1,594 N320 N340 N350 1,594 N320 N330 N340 N350 1,594 N320 1,594 N320 N340 1,594 N320 N340 1,594 N320 N340 N350 N105
HP/XTP
Hornady
38,5
13,0 200
TMJ-SWC
Speer
38,5
13,0 200 14,9 230
FMJ-CT FMJ-RN
Hornady Hornady
39,5 39,5
16,2 250
HP-XTP
Hornady
38,2
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,55 0,66 0,69 0,75 0,57 0,71 0,80 0,57 0,67 0,72 0,80 0,52 0,56 0,70 0,49 0,63 0,47 0,60 0,69 0,91
8,6 10,1 10,7 11,6 8,7 10,9 12,3 8,9 10,4 11,1 12,3 8,1 8,7 10,9 7,5 9,7 7,3 9,2 10,7 14,1
341 362 362 363 334 342 346 328 333 343 346 317 326 341 286 301 257 281 297 296
1 119 1 188 1 188 1 191 1 096 1 122 1 135 1 076 1 093 1 125 1 135 1 040 1 070 1 119 938 988 843 922 974 971
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,60 0,71 0,74 0,83 0,62 0,76 0,86 0,62 0,73 0,78 0,88 0,58 0,61 0,75 0,54 0,68 0,51 0,64 0,72 0,97
9,2 10,9 11,5 12,8 9,6 11,8 13,2 9,6 11,2 12,1 13,6 8,9 9,4 11,6 8,3 10,4 7,8 9,8 11,2 15,0
Powder Type
1,516 N350 3N37 N105 1,516 3N37 N110 1,555 N105 1,555 3N37 N110 1,504 N350 3N37 N105 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
1 204 1 276 1 283 1 309 1 181 1 237 1 253 1 175 1 204 1 257 1 276 1 122 1 138 1 194 1 004 1 083 919 1 007 1 053 1 129
0,90 0,97 1,23 0,95 1,56 1,15 0,87 1,48 0,71 0,79 0,96 1,28
13,9 15,0 18,9 14,6 24,1 17,7 13,4 22,8 10,9 12,2 14,9 19,8
481 520 549 500 551 507 430 513 341 377 412 461
1 578 1 706 1 801 1 640 1 808 1 663 1 411 1 683 1 119 1 237 1 352 1 512
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,04 1,06 1,39 1,02 1,68 1,28 0,95 1,59 0,81 0,85 1,06 1,41
16,1 16,4 21,4 15,7 25,9 19,7 14,6 24,5 12,5 13,2 16,4 21,8
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367 389 391 399 360 377 382 358 367 383 389 342 347 364 306 330 280 307 321 344
Test barrel: 300 mm (12"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Winchester, trim-to length 30.30 mm (1.192")
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
12,0 185
Powder Type
529 541 591 520 588 546 462 542 391 414 442 492
1 735 1 776 1 938 1 707 1 929 1 790 1 516 1 778 1 284 1 358 1 450 1 613
Test barrel: 240 mm (9½"), 1 in 24" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Freedom Arms, trim-to length 33,30 mm (1,311")
.454 Casull Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs]
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
12,0 185
HP/XTP
Hornady
41,7
14,6 225
HP
Speer
42,7
16,2 250
HP/XTP
Hornady
42,8
19,4 300
Plated HP
Speer
44,5
Bullet Type Mfg.
1,642 3N37 N350 N105 1,681 3N37 N105 N110 1,685 3N37 N105 N110 1,752 3N37 N105 N110
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,14 1,18 1,72 1,09 1,59 2,00 1,01 1,39 1,82 0,99 1,28 1,71
17,6 18,2 26,5 16,8 24,5 30,9 15,6 21,4 28,1 15,3 19,8 26,4
531 537 606 474 536 566 437 481 523 396 431 474
1742 1762 1988 1555 1759 1857 1434 1578 1716 1299 1414 1555
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,36 1,39 1,90 1,27 1,73 2,17 1,18 1,57 1,99 1,10 1,49 1,86
21,0 21,4 29,3 19,6 26,7 33,5 18,2 24,2 30,7 17,0 23,0 28,7
588 593 653 523 580 614 487 536 569 433 484 514
1929 1946 2142 1716 1903 2014 1598 1759 1867 1421 1588 1686
Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 19" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Speer, trim-to length 32,50 mm (1,280")
.50 AE Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
19,4 300
JHP
IMI
40,0
21,1 325
UCHP
Speer
40,0
Powder Type
1,575 N105 N110 N120 1,575 N105 N110 N120
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,26 1,64 2,11 1,15 1,56 1,99
19,4 25,3 32,6 17,7 24,1 30,7
395 396 363 357 386 348
1296 1299 1191 1171 1266 1142
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 1,38 1,86 2,33 1,26 1,75 2,23
21,3 28,7 36,0 19,4 27,0 34,4
436 456 417 406 437 408
1430 1496 1368 1332 1434 1339
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Vihtavuori Smokeless Loads for Cowboy Action Shooting About the Data These loads are developed to give the velocities required for the cowboy action shooting using revolvers with lead bullets. The maximum load is determined by the velocity limit about 300 m/s, or by the maximum pressure limit according to the CIP October 1, 1992 rules. The bold text in the tables indicate the maximum load according to CIP pressure level. The maximum loads must never be exceeded. All the listed loads are intended to be used in modern firearms, which are according to the SAAMI requirements. Please use a competent gunsmith to evaluate that the condition of your gun is adequate to be used with the pressures indicated in the tables. The starting loads are the lowest charges which appeared to give clean burning, i.e. no unburned residues in the barrel or in the case, in our test shooting. This limit may, however vary according to the revolver used. There are some special features, which must be considered, when using reduced loads like the ones presented in the tables bellow. The same facts are equally valid always when using any smokeless powder in such loads. 1) Double charges Some of these loads are so small that throwing the load twice in the same case is possible because of the large case volume. Doubling the charge accidentally causes most probably truly lethal chamber pressures. Therefore, it is a must for everyone using this data to check visually every single load for the double charge before seating the bullet. 2) Free space in the case When using charges which leave large amount of free space in the case, the shooting characteristics may vary largely depending on where the powder is located in the case. If the powder lies totally in the bottom of the case (i.e. in the end where primer is), the muzzle velocity and especially the maximum pressure become much higher. The maximum pressure may even be doubled when same powder charge is moved from the bullet end to the primer end of the case.
10,3 158
Bullet Type Mfg. LSWC/HP
Warnings Smokeless powder differs considerably in its burning characteristics from common ”black powder”. Black powder burns essentially at the same rate in the open (unconfined) as when in a gun. The burning rate of smokeless powder increases with increasing pressure. If burning smokeless powder is confined, gas pressure will rise and eventually can cause the container or chamber to burst. A slight increase in smokeless powder charge after maximum load causes sharp increase in maximum pressure in the chamber. Never exceed the maximum loads.
Test barrel: 125 mm (5"), 1 in 18" twist Primers: Small Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 29,10 mm (1,146")
.38 Special Weight [g] [grs]
This can simply be demonstrated by shaking the revolver barrel upwards or barrel downwards just before turning it smoothly in horizontal position, aiming and shooting. Also the recoil may transfer the powder in either end of the case. This is sometimes seen as a velocity change between the first shot and the following shots. The shot to shot deviations in velocity and pressure are normally increased when using load which leaves the cases half empty. For this reason such loads are not recommended for target loads. The data below is tested in a way that the powder is as much as possible in the primer side before firing, and therefore, the pressures and the velocities represent the maximum values which were obtained using our test equipment and cartridge components indicated in the table. 3) Risk for underload detonation This risk is always present when using highly reduced loads of any smokeless powder. The large free space in the case may generate a pressure wave which can cause, in the worst case, powder to burn as a shock wave, i.e. to detonate, instead of normal fast burning process. The extremely sharp pressure peeks involved in detonation can destroy the weapon and may lead to serious injury. All these loads given here are extensively pressure tested and no sings of underload detonation were found. We strongly recommend everyone to follow strictly these tables to minimize the risk for underload detonation.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.] 36,5
Powder Type
1,437 N320 N330
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,21 0,23
3,3 3,6
230 240
755 787
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,25 0,27
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3,8 4,1
256 269
840 883
Test barrel: 150 mm (6”), 1 in 18½" twist Primers: Small Rifle Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32,60 mm (1,283”)
.357 Magnum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs] 10,3 158
LSWC/HP
C.O.L. [mm] [in.] 40,0
Bullet Type Mfg.
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
15,6 240
SWC/HP
39,1
17,3 267
LFN
39,1
.44 Remington Magnum Bullet Type Mfg.
Weight [g] [grs] 17,3 267
LFN
40,0
Bullet Type Mfg.
Powder Type
1,539 N320 N330 1,539 N320 N330 N340
0,25 0,29
3,9 4,5
241 245
791 804
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,32 0,38
5,0 5,9
304 320
997 1050
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,30 0,36 0,25 0,32 0,43
4,7 5,5 3,8 4,9 6,6
214 229 193 216 261
702 751 633 709 856
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,38 0,41 0,34 0,38 0,47
5,9 6,3 5,3 5,9 7,3
260 270 242 254 282
853 886 794 833 925
Test barrel: 175 mm (7"), 1 in 20" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32,40 mm (1,276")
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
Powder Type
1,575 N340
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,38
5,9
224
735
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,49
7,5
288
745
Test barrel: 150 mm (6"), 1 in 16" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 32,50 mm (1,280")
.45 Colt Weight [g] [grs]
1,575 N330 N340
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps]
Test barrel: 165 mm (6½"), 1 in 18" twist Primers: Large Pistol Cases: Remington, trim-to length 29,30 mm (1,153")
.44 S.&W. Special Weight [g] [grs]
Powder Type
C.O.L. [mm] [in.]
13,0 200
RN
40,5
16,2 250
RN
40,5
Powder Type
1,594 N320 N330 1,594 N320 N330
Starting load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,44 0,52 0,36 0,41
6,8 8,0 5,6 6,3
259 267 229 238
850 876 751 781
Maximum load Weight Velocity [g] [grs] [m/s] [fps] 0,56 0,56 0,45 0,49
8,7 8,6 6,9 7,5
318 298 279 293
1043 978 915 961
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Dear Customer, The Vihtavuori Powders and these booklets are available wordwide thorough our distributors listed below. Most of these Vihtavuori distiributos carry also full line of Lapua reloading components. Please check the availability. AUSTRALIA D.W. Custer Pty. Ltd. P.O.B. 1023 Auburn, N.S.W. 1835 Australia Tel: +61-2-9749 9222 Fax: +61-2-9749 9296
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[email protected] CANADA Hirsch Precision 34 Johnson Avenue Timberlea Nova Scotia, B3T 1E3 Canada Tel: +1-902-876-8690 Fax: +1-902-431-6326
[email protected] DENMARK Leo Nielsen Trading A/S Klostermarken 5 DK-9000 Aalborg Danmark Tel: +45-98-102909 Fax: +45-98-102940
[email protected] www.intrade.dk Guntex A/S Jaegervej 7 DK-6900 Skjern Danmark Tel: +45-96-802000 Fax: +45-96-802010
[email protected] www.guntex.dk
ESTONIA AS Drillinki Kuristiku 7 EE-10127 Tallin Estonia Tel: +372-601-4544 Fax: +372-601-4545
[email protected] FINLAND NorDis Oy P.O. Box 5 FIN-62101 Lapua Finland Tel: +358-6-4310 301 Fax: +358-6-4310 295 www.nordis.fi
[email protected] FRANCE B.G.M 15, Route de Meaux Le Bois - Fleuri F-77410 Claye-Souilly France Tel: +33-1-60 26 13 07 Fax: +33-1-60 26 14 77 GERMANY FA Gustaf Jehn GmbH Josefkirchstrasse 3 Postfach 1827 D-59528 Lippstadt Deutschland Tel: +49 2941-29090 Fax: +49 2941-23418
[email protected] www.jehn.de HOLLAND Dutch Firearms Trading P.O. Box 23 NL-7587 ZG De Lutte (OV) The Netherlands Tel: +31-541-552 555 Fax: +31-541-552 550
[email protected] www.firearms.nl ICELAND Hlad Sf Bildshöfda 12 112 Reykjavik Iceland Tel: +354-567 5333 Fax: +354-567 5313
[email protected] www.hlad.is
ITALY Fiocchi Munizioni S.P.A. Via S. Barbara, 4 P.O.Box 236 I-23900 Lecco Italy Tel: +39-0341-473 111 Fax: +39-0341-473 203
[email protected] www.fiocchigfl.com Armeria Bersaglio Mobile Via Zacchetti, 14 I-42100 Reggio Emilia Italy Tel: +39-0522-518 344 Fax: +39-0522-518 354
[email protected] www.bersagliomobile.com JAPAN Gunsmith of Kunitomo Co. Ltd. Teramachi Bukoji Shimogyo Kyoto Japan Tel: +81-75-3513037 Fax: +81-75-3513041
[email protected] www.kunitomogs.co.jp
POLAND NAT Brechta 3 PL-03-472 Warszawa Poland Tel: +48-22-818 7684 Fax: +48-22-618 8450
[email protected] SLOVENIA LORS Ltd. Cankarjeva c.10 3272 Rimske Toplice Slovenia Tel: +386-3-734 6078 Fax: +386-3-734 6079
[email protected] www.lors.si SWEDEN Winscan AB Box 4 S-546 23, Karlsborg Sverige Tel: +46-505-18250 Fax: +46-505-18257
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Classic Vapen Box 21 LUXEMBOURG S-517 01 Bollebygd Armurerie Henry Freylinger Sverige Zone Industrielle & Commerciale Tel: +46-33-284 790 L-3378 Livange Fax: +46-33-284 922 Grand-Duche de Luxembourg
[email protected] Tel: +352-520 017 www.classicvapen.com Fax: +352-520 010 SWITZERLAND NORWAY Waffen Wildi AG Magne Landrø A/S Strengelbacherstrasse 11 Stillverksveien 1 Postfach 73 N-2004 Lillestrøm CH-4800 Zofingen Norge Switzerland Tel: +47-64-84 75 75 Tel: +41-62-752 86 31 Fax: +47-64-84 75 70 Fax: +41-62-751 41 82
[email protected] [email protected] www.landro.no www.waffenwildi.ch PHILIPPINES UNITED STATES Stronghand Inc. Kaltron Pettibone Inc. 74 A, Roces Avenue 1241 Ellis Street Quezon City Bensenville Metro Manila (1103) IL 60106 Philippines U.S.A. Tel: +63-2-373 2311 Tel: +1-630-350 1116 Fax: +63-2-374 2476 Fax: +1-630 350 1606
[email protected] www.vihtavuori-lapua.com www.stronghandinc.com
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