Load Data for .44 Smith & Wesson Special


 
Bullet: 240 gr RNFP  (Lake City)
Diameter: 0.431"
 
Powder: No. 5 (Accurate)
Starting Powder: 6.1 gr
Max Powder: 6.8 gr
 
Primer: REM 2½
 
Case: REM
Trim Length: 1.155"
 
Cartridge Overall Length: 1.480"
 
Starting Velocity: 757
Starting Pressure: 12,600
Max Velocity: 860
Max Pressure: 14,000
 
Barrel: 8" with 1:20" twist.
 
Source: https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/
 

Printed from Shooter's Reference on 04/27/2024:
https://www.shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/44-smith-wesson-special/