Load Data for .45 Colt


 
Bullet: 300 gr JSP  (Speer)
Diameter: 0.451"
 
Powder: SR 4759 (Improved Military Rifle)
Starting Powder: 20.3 gr
Max Powder: 22.5 gr
 
Primer: CCI 300
 
Case: WIN
Trim Length:  
 
Cartridge Overall Length: 1.640"
 
Starting Velocity: 825
Starting Pressure:  
Max Velocity: 1,029
Max Pressure:  
 
DO NOT confuse with SR 4756 or excessive pressure will result. <br />NOTE: Seat bullet to REAR cannelure and use a neckdown crimp.
 
Source: https://reloadingdata.speer.com/downloads/speer/reloading-pdfs/handgun/45_Colt_Ruger__Contender_Only_300.pdf
 

Printed from Shooter's Reference on 11/21/2024:
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