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Old May 18, 2009, 12:18 AM   #1
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reloading data for Ranieir 165gn copper plated HPs

On ranieirballistics.com it states to load their copper plated bullets under lead cast numbers. Problem is I can't find even find lead cast specs for .40 s&w in 165 graiin. Does anyone have the specs or a link to??

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Old May 18, 2009, 06:38 AM   #2
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I have used a moderate load of power pistol with the ranier and other plated bullets for yrs with no problems. Just keep velocity below 1000fps, I believe my load is around 6 to 6.5 grs.
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Old May 18, 2009, 07:12 AM   #3
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Call them. They will give you the data on the phone. They will not mail it though.
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Old May 18, 2009, 11:25 AM   #4
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165gr Ranier HP
COL 1.125"

Titegroup 4.5gr and 5.3gr

Power Pistol 6.0gr and 6.9gr

I have given two loads for each powder, low end accuracy for plinking and most accurate top end.
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What powders are you wanting to use? Are you wanting a good plinking low recoil load or competition bullseye?
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Old May 18, 2009, 08:30 PM   #6
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What powders are you wanting to use? Are you wanting a good plinking low recoil load or competition bullseye?
I have unique and AA#5... I'd like a plinking round or slightly hotter.. inbetween I guess.
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Old May 18, 2009, 08:37 PM   #7
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7.0gr @ 1.125" using Remington and Federal primers works great in MY gun. This is for reference only. Results may be different for yours. Test carefully and be safe.
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Old May 18, 2009, 09:07 PM   #8
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Thanks... I'll probably start at about 6.5 @ 1.125" and work up at .1 till I get where I want.
Accurate #5 or unique?

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Old May 20, 2009, 10:13 PM   #9
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Old May 31, 2009, 05:53 PM   #10
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What about Winchester 231 powder using the same bullets? What is a good min and max load?
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Old May 31, 2009, 06:54 PM   #11
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I called them and I forget the woman's name I talked with but she was very friendly and knowledgable. She gave me load data for AA#5 and Unique.. (although I'll have to call her back... forgot to write it down.)
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