fal_762x51
12-19-2010, 05:35 PM
I have a question, well more then one. Background, these loads will hopefully be used in my Steyr M40a1 with a 4" barrel and in a Ruger PC4 with a 16" barrel. I usually reload for jacket or plated for this caliber, but only in 180 grain. So here it goes.
I ordered some Missouri Bullet Company IDP #7 (.401 caliber at 140 grains) to try out. I have not been able to find (online) any .40 s&w cast loads for this grain with the powder I have (HP-38). My Hodgdon manual calls for 6.0 grains for 135 grain JHP, but will it work with the 140 grain cast? Should I expand out and get another powder for cast pistol applications? I call upon the cast wizards for their opinions and any help they can give me.
-Patrick
I ordered some Missouri Bullet Company IDP #7 (.401 caliber at 140 grains) to try out. I have not been able to find (online) any .40 s&w cast loads for this grain with the powder I have (HP-38). My Hodgdon manual calls for 6.0 grains for 135 grain JHP, but will it work with the 140 grain cast? Should I expand out and get another powder for cast pistol applications? I call upon the cast wizards for their opinions and any help they can give me.
-Patrick