Load data for 5.7 x 28 + 40gr Hornady V-MAX

217 suitable loads across 38 powder(s) for cartridge 5.7 x 28 with 40gr Hornady V-MAX bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are SNPE Vectan BA7 1/2, Shooters World Auto Pistol and Vihtavuori N350.

5.7 x 28 cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 1.134 in / 28.80 mmL6 = 1.594 in / 40.49 mmSeated Depth = .225 in / 5.71 mm

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.138 in / 28.90 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.594 in / 40.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 50,038 PSI / 3,450 bar.

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Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):1.134" | 28.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.249" | 6.3 mm
Case Capacity:12.34 gow | 0.80 cm³
Primer Size:Small Pistol (SP)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):50,038 psi | 3,450 bar
Barrel Length:4.8" | 122 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.5

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