Load Data for .38 - 55 Winchester


 
Bullet: 255 gr Barnes Originals  (Barnes)
Diameter: 0.375"
 
Powder: Reloder 7 (Alliant Powder)
Starting Powder: 23.0 gr
Max Powder: 27.0 gr
 
Primer: WIN WLR
 
Case: Winchester Western
Trim Length: 2.075"
 
Cartridge Overall Length: 2.470"
 
Starting Velocity: 1,486
Starting Pressure:  
Max Velocity: 1,745
Max Pressure:  
 
*Recommend crimping case mouth into cannelure groove. *Rifle manufacturers have used a variety of bore and groove diameters in .38-55 barrels over the years. Barnes makes both .375” (# 38/5510) and .377” (# 38/5520) bullets for this cartridge. If you need assistance choosing the correct bullet, check with a qualified gunsmith or the firearm manufacturer.
Barrel: 26" with 1:18" twist.
 
Source: https://www.barnesbullets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/38-55WinchesterWeb.pdf
 

Printed from Shooter's Reference on 05/02/2024:
https://www.shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/38-55-winchester/