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Sport45 · June 14, 2011, 08:10 PM

That's a lighter bullet than most use for the "Ruger Only" loads. I think you'll be limited by velocity rather than pressure with that one.

Accurate's Load Guide v3.5 shows 14.8 to 16.4 gr of No.7 under a Montana Cast Bullet 225gr TC for 1087 to 1235 fps.

June 14, 2011, 08:10 PM	#2
Sport45 Senior Member Join Date: May 25, 1999 Location: Too close to Houston Posts: 4,196	That's a lighter bullet than most use for the "Ruger Only" loads. I think you'll be limited by velocity rather than pressure with that one. Accurate's Load Guide v3.5 shows 14.8 to 16.4 gr of No.7 under a Montana Cast Bullet 225gr TC for 1087 to 1235 fps. __________________ Proud member of the NRA and Texas State Rifle Association. Registered and active voter.