Load data for 45 Colt

ralphc21 · September 23, 2010, 09:21 PM

I am looking for load data on 230 Gr HPTXR made by Hornady using Unique power this is for a 45 colt Thanks Ralph

jmortimer · September 23, 2010, 09:30 PM

What gun are you using? Do you want SAAMI spec 14 k psi or something hotter. 9 grains of Unique would be good standard pressure load. I'll check Load Data for +P load if you need to smoke something.

TXGunNut · September 23, 2010, 10:28 PM

I'm thinking you may be referring to the Hornady 230gr XTP HP intended for the .45 ACP. It has a nominal diameter of .451" The 45 Colt, often referred to as the .45 "Long" Colt is usually happier with .452-454" bullets. Different .45 Colt revolvers have different tolerances for pressure so I'd like to know a bit more about your firearm and bullet before revealing my pet loads, if you don't mind.

Welcome to the asylum.

September 23, 2010, 09:21 PM	#1
ralphc21 Member Join Date: January 14, 2010 Location: Albany GA Posts: 24	Load data for 45 Colt I am looking for load data on 230 Gr HPTXR made by Hornady using Unique power this is for a 45 colt Thanks Ralph

September 23, 2010, 09:30 PM	#2
jmortimer Junior member Join Date: January 24, 2010 Location: South West Riverside County California Posts: 2,763	What gun are you using? Do you want SAAMI spec 14 k psi or something hotter. 9 grains of Unique would be good standard pressure load. I'll check Load Data for +P load if you need to smoke something.

September 23, 2010, 10:28 PM	#3
TXGunNut Senior Member Join Date: January 16, 2010 Location: If you have to ask... Posts: 2,860	I'm thinking you may be referring to the Hornady 230gr XTP HP intended for the .45 ACP. It has a nominal diameter of .451" The 45 Colt, often referred to as the .45 "Long" Colt is usually happier with .452-454" bullets. Different .45 Colt revolvers have different tolerances for pressure so I'd like to know a bit more about your firearm and bullet before revealing my pet loads, if you don't mind. Welcome to the asylum.