Load data for .38 Super Auto + 147gr Hornady XTP
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.900 in / 22.86 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.280 in / 32.51 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 33,359 PSI / 2,300 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.900 in / 22.86 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.280 in / 32.51 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 33,359 PSI / 2,300 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.355 | 147gr | XTP
Cartridge:.38 Super Auto load data
Case Length (L3):0.890" | 22.6 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.280" | 7.1 mm
Case Capacity:17.6 gow | 1.14 cm³
Primer Size:Small Pistol (SP)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):33,359 psi | 2,300 bar
Barrel Length:5.0" | 127 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .38 Super Auto + 147gr Hornady XTP
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 gr | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1010 fps | ••• | |
| 5.5 gr | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1075 fps | ••• | |
| 4.4 gr | 1.260" | 5.0" | 988 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1052 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1060 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1051 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 947 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1012 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 990 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1060 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.5" | 1116 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.5" | 1141 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.5" | 1186 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.5" | 1062 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.5" | 1119 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.5" | 1042 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.5" | 1101 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 982 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1051 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 986 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1079 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 962 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.260" | 5.0" | 1025 fps | ••• | |
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