Load data for .40 S&W + 135gr Nosler Assured Stopping Power
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant BLUE DOT and Alliant BULLSEYE.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.850 in / 21.59 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.135 in / 28.83 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 32,634 PSI / 2,250 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.850 in / 21.59 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.135 in / 28.83 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 32,634 PSI / 2,250 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.40 S&W load data
Case Length (L3):0.830" | 21.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.199" | 5.1 mm
Case Capacity:21.5 gow | 1.39 cm³
Primer Size:Small Pistol (SP)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):32,634 psi | 2,250 bar
Barrel Length:4.0" | 102 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .40 S&W + 135gr Nosler Assured Stopping Power
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.6 gr | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1242 fps | ••• | |
| 11.4 gr | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1112 fps | ••• | |
| 5.9 gr | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1100 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1212 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 892 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1110 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1104 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1108 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1104 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1098 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.125" | 4.0" | 1155 fps | ••• | |
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