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March 2, 2014, 03:33 PM
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Load density question
I was looking at some Nosler load data for a 44mag. Their top load with H110 shows a load density of 118%.
I've used compressed loads in the past but how would you go about getting 18% more than a full case into it? |
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March 2, 2014, 03:40 PM
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That's not 118% of total case volume, but 118% of case capacity, which is the amount of case left after the bullet is seated. That means the powder would be 18% above the bottom of the seated bullet, before the bullet is seated and compresses the powder. There would actually still be room left in the case itself. |
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March 2, 2014, 03:46 PM
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Thanks.
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March 2, 2014, 09:28 PM
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Load density question
In your experience is this a lot of compression? Obviously I could try it and find out but I'm looking for the lazy man's way to the answer.
Any issues with H110 in the 44 mag? |
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March 3, 2014, 12:16 AM
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I've used H110 for over 20 years in my .44 mag. I shoot a 180gr Remington HP and Hornady XTP in 180gr. 30 gr of H110 has the bullet sitting right on top of the powder.
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March 3, 2014, 04:45 PM
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It works well under bullets weighing from 180g up to 340g, often providing the highest velocities will decent accuracy.
It must be ignited with a Magnum primer.
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