Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

[CaptRob]

Ok I have got my new press picked out, but I don't have a clue on reloading data for pistols. Can someone give me a good load to start with for the 40. I would like it to be toned down but still within the necessary power factor. I need info on bullet brand and type as well as powder type and charge.

Thanks for any and all input.

 

[Adam B]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

what gun will you be shooting it in?

 

[427Cobra]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

Range brass, I run all my 40 brass thru a Lee Buldge Buster.
Fed primers
180 Grainers
3.0 Clays
.421 crimp
725fps 130000pf out of my Glock 35 with 15lb recoil spring

DO NOT use the Lee Factory Crimp Die, just throw away the crimping portion, add the Buldge Buster attachment.

 

[CaptRob]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Adam B</div><div class="ubbcode-body">what gun will you be shooting it in? </div></div>
STI Edge

 

[Adam B]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

I have had very good success with the Lee U sizing die

1.180 OAL
5.3gr VVn320
180gr JHP
Win Sm pistol primers

 

[427Cobra]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

If you can find N320 use it, burns clean, meters great, I don't buy powder online and everytime I need some my sorces are out of it locally.

 

[TCKev]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

Montana Gold 180JHP 4.9gr of VV N320. This makes Major Power Factor in my 5" STI Trojan. 320 cost a little more but for how clean it burns I'll deal with the extra cost. Heres another source.

http://www.k8nd.com/documents/hl40sw.pdf

 

[dm1779]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

In my Glock 22 with a dual ported barrel I've found the two following to work great

4.0gr Clays
Fed Primers
155gr Montana Gold

6.2gr HS-6
Fed Primers
155gr Montana Gold

 

[Adam B]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DM.Oakes</div><div class="ubbcode-body">In my Glock 22 with a dual ported barrel I've found the two following to work great

4.0gr Clays
Fed Primers
155gr Montana Gold

6.2gr HS-6
Fed Primers
155gr Montana Gold
</div></div>

what class do you shoot with that gun?

 

[dm1779]

Re: Need load data for 40sw / USPSA

It's my bowling pin match gun. Haven't gotten into USPSA, but I'd imagine the load would work for USPSA