.40 cal loads with Universal

[ohioshooter]

Hey guys I have 1000 155 gr LSWC and can't seem to find much of any reload data for them. I'm using Universal and one place I found listed 5.7 gr but don't know if that sounds right. Some help would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[Walkalong]

That should be fine. Hodgdon's on line data gives that as a start load for 155 gr jacketed bullets.

Someone with a Lyman manual should be able to help.

 

[loadedround]

The current Speer Manual shows a starting load of 6.2 gr of Universal and and a max. load of 7.0 gr for the 155 gr bullet. Hope this information helps you.

 

[ohioshooter]

5.7 and 6.2 are waaaay different so I'd be happy for using anywhere between 5.7-5.9

 

[Walkalong]

6.0 Grs of Universal Clays and a Berrys 165 Gr TrFP gave me an Avg 988 FPS from an XD SC 3" barrel and an Avg 1080 FPS from a Witness Elite match (4 1/2" I think)

Closest I have to a lead 155 Gr in .40. Hope it helps a little.

5.7 Grs Universal Clays should be a good starting point for that bullet.

 

[Superblackrifle]

I use HS6 9.3 Gr Behind 155 Grains of lead. smokin hot load . load at your own risk not liable for any injuries. I worked up to this load and this is what works for me . All reloaders needs are different and are supplied with many variables in components. So please work up your loads carefully and check for signs of overpressure.

 

[Redneck with a 40]

I'm loading 5.5 grains of Universal in my 155 gr Ranier load's, they shoot soft and are accurate.