Load data for .45 Glock Auto Pistol + 185gr Sierra JHP FN
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.760 in / 19.30 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.137 in / 28.89 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 18,855 PSI / 1,300 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 0.760 in / 19.30 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.137 in / 28.89 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 18,855 PSI / 1,300 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.451 | 185gr | JHP FN
Cartridge:.45 Glock Auto Pistol load data
Case Length (L3):0.759" | 19.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.239" | 6.1 mm
Case Capacity:22.3 gow | 1.45 cm³
Primer Size:Small Pistol (SP)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):18,855 psi | 1,300 bar
Barrel Length:4.5" | 114 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .45 Glock Auto Pistol + 185gr Sierra JHP FN
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 gr | 1.063" | 5.0" | 794 fps | ••• | |
| 5.1 gr | 1.063" | 5.0" | 863 fps | ••• | |
| 6.9 gr | 1.063" | 5.0" | 921 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.063" | 5.0" | 982 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.063" | 5.0" | 845 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.063" | 5.0" | 923 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.063" | 5.0" | 894 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.063" | 5.0" | 958 fps | ••• | |
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