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1 Reloading Guide

2 Reloading Data Disclaimer All of this reloading information has been provided by Explosia a.s. The data given here were obtained in the laboratory condition following strictly the CIP (Commission International Permanente) June 13, 1990 and November 9, 1993 rules. The listed maximum loads have been determinated according to the respective CIP maximum pressure specification, whichever is lower. The test methods have been deemed to be safe throughout the world. Pressure is measured at the case mouth or from inside the case according to the CIP. DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY EXTRAPOLATIONS. PLEASE FOLLOW THE DATA AS WRITTEN. IT IS A MUST FOR EVERY RELOADER TO READ THE RELOADING SAFETY RULES ON THE PAGE 11 AND 12 OF THIS GUIDE. Reloading data available on-line on the web page (section Products/Reloading) Internal ballistic computation of different weapon/ammunition/powder combination can be performed with software QUICKLOAD (author Hartmut Broemel, Babenhausen, Germany).!!! WARNING!!! READ BEFORE USING The task of reloading centre fire metallic cartridges should only be undertaken by some-one familiar with reloading procedures. One must observe all possible safety precautions and practices in accordance with proper handling of any explosive. We suggest you read up on reloading procedures. There are a number of excellent books on the subject. After powder leaves our plant, we have no control over improper storage, handling, loading or using or on the condition of firearms or component use. For these reasons we make no warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use. All our loading data is intended solely for use in modern weapons. Working up charges: For all pistol and rifle powders load and fire a few cartridges at 15 % less (starting) charge, than is shown as maximum load, watching for any sign of excessive pressure (difficult extraction, flattened or blown primers, unusual recoil). ALWAYS START AT THE SUGGESTED MINIMUM STARTING CHARGE AND NEVER EXCEED THE LOADS LISTED IN THIS PUBLICATION! 2

3 Czech women team IPSC world shoot XVII Florida won 2 nd place, is supported with Lovex powder. LOVEX powders for pistols and revolvers CALIBRES D013 S011 S015 D032 S020 D036 D037.1 D Browning /.25 Auto 7.6 x 25 TOKAREV 7.65 Browning /.32 Auto.32 Smith & Wesson Long 9 mm Browning Court /.380 ACP 9 mm LUGER 9 x SIG 9 mm Makarov.38 ECIAL.357 MAGNUM.40 S&W 10 mm AUTO.44 REMINGTON MAG..45 Glock Auto Pistol /.45 GAP.45 ACP.45 Colt usable recommended 3

4 LOVEX powders for rifles CALIBRES S040 D060 S053 D063 S060 D073.4 D073.5 S062 D073.6 S065 S070 S071 D HORNET.222 REMINGTON.223 REMINGTON REMINGTON 5.6 x 50 R Mag. 5.6 x 52 R.243 WINCHESTER 6.5 x 52 R 6.5 x 55 mm SE 6.5 x x 57 R 6.5 CREEDMOOR.270 WINCHESTER 7 x 57 7 x 57 R 7 x 64 7 x 65 R 7 mm REMINGTON MAG..303 BRITISH.30 M1 CARBINE WINCHESTER.308 WINCHESTER RINGFIELD 7.5 x 55 SUISSE.300 WINCHESTER MAG x 39 mm RUSSIAN.300 AAC BLACKOUT 7.62 x 54 mm RUSSIAN 8 x 57 mm IR 8 x 57 mm IS (0.323") 8 x 57 mm IRS 8 x 64 S.338 LAPUA MAGNUM 9.3 x 62 mm 9.3 x 72 R 9.3 x 74 R GOVERNMENT.50 BROWNING usable recommended 4

5 Properties and Storage of Smokeless Powder Properties of Smokeless Powder Smokeless powders, or propellants are essentially mixtures of chemical designated to burn under controlled conditions at the proper rate to propel a projectile from gun. Smokeless powders Lovex are made in three forms: 1. Thin, circular flakes or wafers 2. Small cylinders 3. Small spheres Single base smokeless powders derive their main source of energy from nitrocellulose. The energy released from double base smokeless powders is derived from both nitrocellulose and nitroglycerine. All smokeless powders are extremely flammable by design, they are intended to burn rapidly and vigorously when ignited. Oxygen from the air is not necessary for the combustion of smokeless powders since they contain sufficient built in oxygen to burn completely, even in an enclosed space such as chamber of a firearm. In effect, ignition occurs when the powder granules are heated above they ignition temperature. This can occur by exposing powder to: 1. A flame such a match or primer flash 2. An electrical spark ort the sparks from welding, grinding, etc. 3. Heat from an electrical hot plate or fire directed or near a closed container even in the powder itself is not exposed to the flame. When smokeless powder burns, a great deal of gas at high temperature is formed. If the powder is confirmed, this gas will create pressure in the surrounding structure. The rate of gas generation is such, however, that the pressure can be kept at low level if sufficient space is available or if the gas can escape. In this respect smokeless powder differs from blasting agents or high explosives such as dynamite or blasting gelatin, although smokeless powder may contain chemical ingredients common to some of these products. High explosives such as dynamite are made to detonate, that is to change from solid state to gaseous state with evolution of intense heat at such a rapid rate that shock waves are propagated through any medium in contact with them. Such shock waves exert pressure on anything they contact, and, as a matter of practical consideration, it is almost impossible to satisfactorily vent away the effects of detonation involving any appreciable quantity of dynamite. Smokeless powder differs considerably in its burning characteristics from common black powder. Black powder burns essentially at the same rate out in the open (unconfined) as when in a gun. When ignited in an unconfined state, smokeless powder burns inefficiently with an orange colored flame. It produces a considerable amount of light brown noxious smelling smoke. It leaves a residue of ash and partially burned powder. The flame is hot enough to cause severe bums. The opposite is true when it burns under pressure as in a cartridge fired in a gun. Then it produces very little smoke, a small glow, and leaves very little or no residue. The burning rate of smokeless powder increases with increased pressure. If burning smokeless powder is confined, gas pressure will rise and eventually can cause the container to burst. Under such circumstances, the burning of strong containers creates effects similar to an explosion. For this reason, the Department of transportation (formerly Interstate Commerce Commission) sets specifications for shipping containers for propellants and requires tests for loaded containers under actual fire conditions before approving them for use. 5

6 When smokeless powder in D.O.T. approved container is ignited during such tests, container seams split open or lids pop off release gases and powder from confinement at low pressure. How to Check Smokeless Powder for Deterioration Although modern smokeless powders are basically free from deterioration under proper storage condition, safe practices require a recognition of the signs of deterioration and its possible effects. Powder deterioration can be checked by opening the cap on the container and smelling the contents. Powder undergoing deterioration has an irritating acidic odor. (Do not confuse this with common solvent odors such as alcohol, ether and acetone). Check to make certain that powder is not exposed to extreme heat as this may cause deterioration. Such exposure produces an acidity which accelerates further reaction and has been known, because of the heat generated by the reaction, to cause spontaneous combustion. Never salvage powder from old cartridges and do not attempt to blend salvaged powder with new powder. Do not accumulate old powder stocks. The best way to dispose of deteriorated smokeless powder is to burn it out in the open at an isolated location in small shallow piles (not over 1in deep). The quality burned in any one pile should never exceed one pound. Use an ignition train of slow burning combustible material so that the person may retreat to safe distance before powder is ignited. Consideration for Storage of Smokeless Powder Smokeless powder is intended to function by burning, so it must be protected against accidental exposure to flame, sparks or high temperatures. For these reasons, it is desirable that storage enclosures be made of insulating materials to protect the powder from external heat sources. Once smokeless powder begins to burn, it will normally continue to burn (and generate gas pressure) until it is consumed. D.O.T. approved containers are constructed to open up at low internal pressure to avoid the effects normally produce by the rupture or bursting of a strong container. Storage enclosures for smokeless powder should be constructed in a similar manner: 1. Of fire resistant and heat insulating materials to protect contents from external heat. 2. Sufficient large to satisfactorily vent the gaseous products of combustion which would result if the quantity of smokeless powder within the enclosure accidentally ignited. If a small, tightly enclosed storage enclosure is loaded to capacity with containers of smokeless powder, the walls of the enclosure will expand or move outwards to release the gas pressure if the powder in storage is accidentally ignited. Under such condition, the effects of the release of gas pressure are similar or identical to the effects produced by an explosion. Hence only the smallest practical quantity of smokeless powder should be kept in storage, and then in strict compliance with all applicable regulation and recommendations of the National Fire Protection Association. Recommendations for Storage of Smokeless Powder Store in a cool, dry place. Be sure the storage area selected is free from any possible sources of excess heat and is isolated from open flame, furnaces, hot water heaters, etc. Do not store smokeless powder where it will be exposed to the sun s rays. Avoid storage in areas where mechanical or electrical equipment is in operation. Restrict from the storage areas heat or sparks which may result from improper, defective or overloaded electrical circuits. Do not store smokeless powder in the same area with solvents, flammable gases or highly combustible materials. Store only in department of transportation approved containers. Do not transfer the powder from an approved containers into one which is not approved. 6

7 Do not smoke in areas where powder is stored or used. Place appropriate NO SMOKING signs in these areas. The storage cabinets should be constructed of insulating materials and with a weak wall, seams or joints to provide an easy means of self-venting. Do not keep old or salvaged powders. Check old powders for deterioration regularly. Destroy deteriorated powders immediately. Obey all regulations regarding quality and methods of storing. Do not store all yours powders in one place. If you can, maintain separate storage locations. Many small containers are safer than one or more large containers. Keep your storage and use area clean. Clean up spilled powder promptly. Make sure the surrounding area is free of trash or other readily combustible materials. Powder Information s Company Explosia produces two basic types of reloading powders single base powders and double base powders with certain percentage of nitroglycerin. The powders depending on technology are manufactured in the form of flake, disc, tubular or ball particles. LOVEX reloading powders guide includes a lot of different propellants for all commonly used calibres. Single Base Powders Nitrocellulose is the main component (90-98 %) of single base powders. Various additives such as stabilizers, surface treatment agents, flame reducing agents and ingredients affecting the burning characteristics are used as well. Most single base propellants produced in company Explosia are surface coated to achieve the progressiveness of burning. Shotgun single base powders: Handgun single base powders: Rifle single base powders: S015, S030 and S035 S011 and S020 S040, S053, S060, S062, S065, S070 and S071 Double Base Powders In addition to nitrocellulose double base powders contain also nitroglycerin (8-23 %) as an energetic component. These powders contain also a small percentage of stabilizers or other additives as the single base powders. Double base powders are of higher energetic value than single base powders and their ballistic performance is better. Shotgun double base powder: D013 Handgun double base powders: D032, D036, D037.1 and D037.2 Rifle double base powders: D060, D063, D073.4, D073.5, D073.6 and D100 The powders LOVEX are manufactured in company Explosia in Pardubice-Semtín plant (Czech Republic). Contact details of our customer service and the list of LOVEX distributors can be found at where this Reloading guide can be downloaded. 7

8 Powders Description SHOTGUN POWDERS D013 A fast burning, low density, double base, disc propellant similar to Accurate Nitro 100 most suitable for shotgun cartridges with 24 to 28 g of shots and for some handgun cartridges. S015 A fast burning, low density, single base, disc propellant similar to Accurate Solo 1000 most suitable for shotgun cartridges with 24 to 28 g of shots and for some handgun cartridges. S030 A fast burning, low density, single base, tubular propellant most suitable for shotgun cartridges with 28 to 34 g of shots. S035 A fast burning, low density, single base, flake propellant most suitable for hunting shotgun cartridges with 32 to 36 g of shots for 12 mm calibre, also suitable for 16 and 20 mm calibres. HANDGUN POWDERS S011 A fast burning, low density, single base, tubular propellant most suitable for.38 Special and.45 Auto cartridges. Also applicable for 7.65 Pi, 9 mm Makarov or 9 mm Browning court cartridges. Our fastest handgun propellant. D032 A fast burning, low density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate No. 2. It is excellent in almost all handgun cartridges, especially where clean burning is desirable. S020 A fast burning, low density, single base, tubular propellant especially for use in the 9 mm Luger. Also suitable for many other pistol and revolver cartridges. D036 A relatively fast burning, high density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate No. 5. In comparison with other our powders it is usable in most handgun cartridges. D037.1 High density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate No. 7 designed for 9 mm NATO carbine ammunition. Somewhat more specialized in applications than D032 and D036, it is well suited to high intensity cartridges. It is a good choice for.357,.41 and.44 Magnum cartridges, when slightly less than full powder loads are preferred. D037.2 High density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate No. 9 is most suitable for.44 Magnum. This propellant gives excellent velocities for the pressures generated and with less flash than other comparable powders. It is intended for use in large capacity handgun cartridges (.357,.41,.44 Magnum and.454 Casull). It is also suitable for some small rifle cartridges ( Winchester,.30 M1 Carbine) and the.410 shotgun. It is the best with heavier bullets in most calibres. Our slowest handgun propellant. RIFLE POWDERS S040 High density, single base, tubular propellant suitable for.22 Hornet and.30 Carbine cartridges and for other small shotguns. Also usable in high capacity handgun cartridges. D060 High density, double base, tubular propellant similar to Accurate 5744 designed primarily for Government, and Sharps cartridges and for reduced loads in all calibre rifles. 8

9 S053 High density, single base, tubular propellant most suitable for 7.62 x 39 and.22 Hornet cartridges. Also suitable for small capacity cartridges such as the T/CU series, the.222 Remington and the.223 Remington with lighter bullets. D063 High density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate 1680 suitable for 7.62 x 39 cartridge. Also suitable for small capacity cartridges such as the T/CU series, the.222 Remington and the.223 Remington with lighter bullets. S060 High density, single base, tubular propellant similar to Accurate It is extremely flexible, giving excellent performance in many cartridges from.222 Remington to.458 Winchester Mag. D073.4 High density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate 2230, which is one of four most popular rifle powders. Designed for.223 Remington (5.56 NATO). D073.5 Medium burning, high density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate 2460 is useful in wide variety of cartridges. It is slightly slower than D073.4 and shows a small pressure advantage over D073.4 in bores 7 mm and over. Excellent in.308 Winchester, also suitable for M1 and M14 (M1A) service rifles. D073.6 Medium-slow burning, high density, double base, ball propellant similar to Accurate 2520 gives excellent results in medium capacity cartridges (.308 class) and in certain applications in large bore cartridges. It is the best choice for target shooters using 168 grain bullets in the.308 Winchester. D073.6 has a pressure curve appropriate for use with M1 and M14 (M1A) service rifles. S062 High density, single base, tubular propellant similar to Accurate 4064 most suitable for 8 x 57 IS, and other ball cartridges. S065 High density, single base, tubular propellant most suitable for 7 x 57 cartridge and for other shotguns like 7 x 57 R, 7 x 65 R and from 7 x 64 to 8 x 57 IS. S070 High density, single base, tubular propellant similar to Accurate 4350 giving excellent performance from.243 Winchester and.270 Winchester cartridges to the largest Magnum cartridges. S071 High density, single base, tubular propellant similar to Accurate 3100 giving excellent performance from.3006 Springfield cartridges to the largest Magnum cartridges. D100 Medium-slow burning, high density, double base, ball propellant most suitable for.50 Browning cartridge. List of Components You can find a description of used components (case, primer) at the header of table for each calibre that was tested for this reloading manual. Different kind of bullets is significant marked by different colour according to producers. Bullets producer Used colour in this Manual Bullets producer Used colour in this Manual Ares ARES Nosler NOSLER Barnes BARNES SELLIER & BELLOT Hornady HORNADY Sierra SIERRA Lapua LAPUA Winchester WINCHESTER Norma NORMA 9

10 Safety and Health precautions Basic safety rules Reloading is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby that is easily conducted with safety. But like many other human endeavours, carelessness or negligence can make reloading hazardous. As important is strict following of the instructions given by the manufacturers of the reloading equipment as well as the reloading components. Before you get started, read safety rules below and keep them in mind whenever reloading. Attention paid to details and patience ensures safety and quality! 1. Reload only when you can give it your undivided attention. DO NOT RELOAD, when fatigued or ill. Avoid haste, load at a leisurely place and keep in mind that ABSOLUTELY NO RELOADING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS! 2. Always wear proper eye protection. It is an unnecessary risk to reload without safety glasses. 3. Store powders and primers out of reach of children and away from heat and open fire. FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS ON YOUR OWN POWDER CANISTER. NEVER SMOKE DURING A RELOADING SESSION! 4. Keep no more powder then needed available. Immediately return the unused powder to its original factory container to preserve its identity and usable life time. 5. Do not use any powder unless its identity is positively known. Scarp all unidentified powders according to the manufacturer s instructions on your powders canister. KEEP IN MIND THAT THE TRIAL AND ERROR METHOD MYA LEAD TO SERIOS INJURY! 6. Do not use primers if their identity is lost. Discard them according to the manufacturer s instructions. 7. Start loading with the starting load according to the loading data. If there is no indication of starting load, use 15% lower charge than the listed maximum load. Increase the charge using small steps watching for overpressure signs from the primer and the case head at each step. IF YOU DETECT OVERPRESSURE SIGNS IMMEDIATELY STOP SHOOTING AND REDUCE THE CHARGE. Disassemble always the defected cartridges. NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM LOADS! 8. Check visually the powder level in the cases so you are absolutely sure that you have no a double powder charge. When the double powder charge is fired, it may result in a GUN DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY and EVEN DEATH! 9. If you change the lot of any component or if you change any components of your reload, you must develop your load from the starting load again. Different components may cause changes in case pressure. 10. You must absolutely follow the given cartridge overall lengths (C.O.L.) according to the reloading tables. The change in the bullet seating depth has a significant influence on the cartridge pressure. 11. NEVER REDUCE LOADS UNDER THE LISTED STARTING LOAD. 12. Keep your reloading bench in good order. Clean up spilled powder and primers immediately and completely. 13. Use your reloading equipment according to the manufacturer s recommendations. Study the instructions carefully and do not hesitate to ask, if you do not understand everything. 14. OBEY ALL REGULATIONS AND LEGISLATION REGARDING QUANTITY AND METHODS OF STORING VALID IN YOUR COUNTRY. 15. Be safe, be conscientious! 10

11 Lead Exposure A continuous lead exposure has been found out to create lead accumulation to living bodies, especially to the nervous system causing little by little serious physical impairment. There are different ways lead may enter the body. However, the two most common are considered to be the mouth and the breathing. Therefore with simple precautions described underneath the possible lead exposure and its dangerous consequences can be avoided. 1. WASH YOUR HANDS THROUGHLY WITH WARM WATER AND SOAP AFTER SHOOTING OR RELAODING. 2. DO NOT EAT OR DRINK DURING A RELOADING SESSION. When handling fired cases the residual containing lead most likely gets to your hands. 3. KEEP GOOD HOUSEHOLDAT YOUR RELOADING SITE. Regular cleaning prevents the accumulation of residuals. Use a damp cloth or mop to clean up the reloading bench as well as the floor underneath. DO NOT USE A VACUUM CLEANER! DO NOT USE ANY CARPET AT YOUR RELOADING SITE, IT CAN CREATE STATIC ELECTRICITY THAT CAN ACCIDENTALLY FIRE A PRIMER. 4. PROTECT YOUR BREATHING AGAINST THE DUST IN THE RELOADING AREA. When using a dry cleaning media in tumbling the cartridge cases keep in mind that the lead residual from the fired cases moves to the dry cleaning media, where it accumulates by use. Advice for Beginners Rule #1 Accurately list each lot number of all chemically active components (i.e. primers and propellants, in your reloading records). RULE #2 Prepare a detailed data sheet and pack it securely with each batch of hand loads. RULE #3 Keep precise and comprehensive information about how good (or bad!) your hand loads perform. RULE #4 Keep complete and accurate inventory records. It can save your time and trouble in the long run. However, manual methods can be a real drag especially for volume reloader. If you are so inclined, automation is the ticket. A personal computer and bacis spreadsheet program can take much of the drudgery out of recordkeeping. Inventory records, after they are initialy set up in an organized format, can be easily revised periodically. Loading data and performance results for both nahdloaded and factory ammunition can entered as it s shot and the information sorted into any type of summary report needed including component usage totals that you could feed back as debits to your inventory database. Good Luck and enjoy Shooting with our powders! 11

12 HANDGUN DATA 6.35 Browning /.25 Auto Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 3.30 g 50 grs S D S D mm 7.62 x 25 Tokarev Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 9.44 Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 5.50 g 85 grs S D S D D D mm 7.65 Browning /.32 Auto Barrel Length: 97 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 9.44 Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 4.75 g 73 grs S D S D mm.32 Smith & Wesson Long Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar (L)WC 6.50 g 100 grs S D S D mm 12

13 HANDGUN DATA.32 Smith & Wesson Long (continued) (L)LRN 6.50 g 100 grs S D S mm D mm Browning Court /.380 ACP Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 9.85 Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 6.00 g 92 grs S D S mm D mm Luger / 9 mm Parabelum / 9 x 19 Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 9.85 Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar Ares (L) 7.50 g 115 grs RNBB S D S mm D D Ares (L) 8.00 g 124 grs RNBB S D S mm D D

14 HANDGUN DATA 9 mm Luger / 9 mm Parabelum / 9 x 19 (continued) (L)LRN 8.00 g 124 grs S D S D D mm Ares (L) 8.20 g 127 grs RNSBBNG S D S D D mm Ares (L) 9.90 g 153 grs RNSBBNG S D S D D g 100 grs mm S D S D D g 115 grs mm S D S D D mm 14

15 HANDGUN DATA 9 mm Luger / 9 mm Parabelum / 9 x 19 (continued) JHP 7.50 g 115 grs S D S D D g 124 grs mm S D S D D g 124 grs mm S D S D D g 140 grs mm S D S D D mm SUBSONIC 9 x 21 Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 9.85 Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar (L)LRN 8.00 g 124 grs S D S D D mm 15

16 HANDGUN DATA 9 x 21 (continued) 7.50 g 115 grs S D S D D g 124 grs mm S D S D D mm.357 SIG Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 9.10 g 140 grs S D S D D D mm 9 mm Makarov Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 9.45 Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 6.10 g 95 grs S D S D D mm 16

17 HANDGUN DATA.38 Special Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar (L)WC 9.60 g 148 grs D S S D S D mm Ares (L) g 158 grs SWCBB S D S D mm Ares (L) g 158 grs FPBB S D S D (L)LRN g 158 grs mm D S S D S D g 158 grs mm D S S D S D mm 17

18 HANDGUN DATA.38 Special (continued) g 158 grs D S S D S D mm.357 Magnum Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 MP Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar Ares (L) g 158 grs SWCBB S D S D D D (L)LRN g 158 grs mm S D S D D D g 158 grs mm S D S D D D mm 18

19 HANDGUN DATA.357 Magnum (continued) g 158 grs S D S D D D mm.40 Smith & Wesson Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 MP Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar Ares (L) g 170 grs SWCBB D S D D g 180 grs mm S D S D D D mm 10 mm Auto Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.3 LP Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar g 180 grs S D S D D D mm 19

20 HANDGUN DATA.44 Remington Mag. Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.33 LP Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar g 240 grs S D S D mm D D S Glock Auto Pistol /.45 GAP Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.33 LP Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar g 230 grs D S S D S mm D D D Auto /.45 ACP Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.33 LP Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar Ares (L) g 225 grs FPBB D S S mm D S

21 HANDGUN DATA.45 Auto /.45 ACP (continued) Ares (L) g 230 grs RNBB D S S D S g 230 grs mm D S S D S D mm.45 Colt Barrel Length: 150 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.33 LP Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar (L)FN g 250 grs S D S D D D S g 230 grs mm S D S D D D S mm 21

22 RIFLE DATA.22 Hornet Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 M Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 2.90 g 45 grs No S S D mm 2.90 g 45 grs No S S D mm Hornady SX 3.60 g 55 grs No S S D mm.222 Remington Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 M Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 3.24 g 50 grs No S S D D D D mm 3.24 g 50 grs No S S D D D D mm compressed 22

23 RIFLE DATA.223 Remington Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 M Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 3.60 g 55 grs No S D S D mm D D g 55 grs No S D S D mm D D Sierra BT 4.20 g 65 grs No S D D mm D Sierra BT 4.50 g 69 grs No S D D mm D compressed 23

24 RIFLE DATA Remington Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 3.60 g 55 grs No S D D mm D S g 55 grs No S D D mm D S Sierra 3.60 g 55 grs No S D D mm D S x 50 R Mag. Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 4.4 M Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 3.24 g 50 grs No S D D mm D compressed 24

25 RIFLE DATA 5.6 x 50 R Mag. (continued) 3.24 g 50 grs No S D D D mm 5.6 x 52 R Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 4.60 g 70 grs No S S S mm 4.60 g 70 grs No S S S mm.243 Winchester Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar Hornady SST 6.20 g 95 grs No S S S S mm Hornady RN 6.50 g 100 grs No S S S S mm compressed 25

26 RIFLE DATA.243 Winchester (continued) 6.50 g 100 grs No S S S S mm Nosler PARTITION 6.50 g 100 grs No S S S S mm 6.5 x 52 R Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 7.60 g 117 grs No S S S S mm 6.5 x 55 SE Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 8.66 Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 8.50 g 131 grs No S S S mm Lapua HPBT 9.00 g 139 grs No. GB 458 S S S mm 26

27 RIFLE DATA 6.5 x 55 SE (continued) 9.10 g 140 grs No S S S mm -BT 9.10 g 140 grs No S S S mm Hornady GR RN g 160 grs No S S S mm 6.5 x 57 Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 7.87 Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 8.50 g 131 grs No S S S S mm 6.5 x 57 R Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 7.87 Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar 8.50 g 131 grs No S S S S mm 27

28 RIFLE DATA 6.5 CREEDMOOR Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: 13.60" Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: 4350 Bar 9.10 g 140 gr No D S S S S mm 9.10 g 140 gr No D S S S S mm.270 Winchester Barrel Length: 600 mm Case: Max. Cartridge Length: mm Twist: Primer: 5.3 LR Boxer S&B Max. Pressure CIP: Bar Hornady RN 9.70 g 150 grs No S S S mm Hornady SST 9.70 g 150 grs No S S S mm 9.70 g 150 grs No S S S mm compressed 28