Load Data for .38 Special

 
Bullet: 158 gr HP  (Speer)
Diameter: 
 
Powder: N340 (VihtaVuori)
Starting Powder: 4.9 gr
Max Powder: 5.6 gr
 
Primer:  Small Pistol
 
Case: Starline Brass
Trim Length: 1.146"
 
Cartridge Overall Length: 1.437"
 
Starting Velocity: 791
Starting Pressure:  
Max Velocity: 983
Max Pressure:  
 
Barrel: 6.5" with 1 in 18" twist.
 
Source: https://www.vihtavuori.com/reloading-data/handgun-reloading/?cartridge=41
 
Printed from Shooter's Reference on 11/21/2024:
https://www.shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/38-special/