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Offline XD40SC

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38/55 loading info needed.
« on: March 22, 2011, 05:57:03 AM »
I can't find any info on loading 250 gr. lead bullets using 3031 powder. Does anyone have any references.

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Re: 38/55 loading info needed.
« Reply #1 on: March 22, 2011, 06:17:49 AM »
Lyman 48th, 249gr cast, COL 2.550", IMR3031- 31gr start, 35gr max(compressed) @ 1812fps in a 30" barrel.

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Re: 38/55 loading info needed.
« Reply #2 on: March 22, 2011, 06:49:10 AM »
Lyman 48th, 249gr cast, COL 2.550", IMR3031- 31gr start, 35gr max(compressed) @ 1812fps in a 30" barrel.

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Re: 38/55 loading info needed.
« Reply #3 on: March 22, 2011, 11:03:45 AM »
Loaded up some 32, 33, 34 gr of 3031. Need a calm day to try them out.