Max Loads For 124 gr 9MM and 230 gr. .45 ACP

[Hanzy4200]

I want to work up some max loads/ +P loads for these two calibers. My basic idea is that I want to stash back a thousand or so of each for if the **** hits the fan. I know LRN is by far not a preferred choice for self defense, but these will be a last ditch resort. I want them to be as potent as possible while remaining within safe pressures.

I will be loading the 230 gr .45 LRN and 115 gr 9MM LRN, both Missouri Bullet Co. bullets and both 18 Brin hardness. Powders will be either Unique, Bullseye, or Titegroup. Virtually all the info I can find relates to target loads. Can I load these to jacketed specs?

[MtGun44]

Yes. Jacketed data should be fine. They will probably go a bit faster than
the reported jbullet velocity due to lower friction with the bore. Both Alliant
and Hodgdon have good sites with loading data online.

Bill

[Hanzy4200]

Great. That is exactly what I was thinking, as you said with the friction and also a better gas seal. Was just concerned that that extra gas pressure could rise to much. I know leading could possibly become a issue, but considering the purpose that I am loading them, that is not a primary concern.