Load Data for .44 Smith & Wesson Special


 
Bullet: 240 gr LSWC 
Diameter: 0.430"
 
Powder: HP-38 (Hodgdon)
Starting Powder: 4.2 gr
Max Powder: 5.2 gr
 
Primer: WIN WLP
 
Case: Starline Brass
Trim Length: 1.155"
 
Cartridge Overall Length: 1.450"
 
Starting Velocity: 717
Starting Pressure: 8,400
Max Velocity: 858
Max Pressure: 13,200 CUP
 
Barrel: 8" with 1:20" twist.
 
Source: https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/
 

Printed from Shooter's Reference on 04/28/2024:
https://www.shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/44-smith-wesson-special/