H414 loads for 7.62X54R???

[Swiend]

Hello all, I was wondering if anyone has any pet loads using H414 and 150gr Speers? I haven't had much luck on the web.
thanks

 

[Swiend]

Anyone??

 

[iceman2]

I haven't looked in any reloading manual, but if that powder is not listed then it is no reccomended. If it is listed try some test loads respecting max loads etc. Every Rifle is different and not many people like to share loads in case of errors.

 

[PeterPan]

Swiend,
this powder will work, however I will go with IMR4064, IMO better choice.

7.62x54R
Cart. Length = 3.040
Charge Max = 58grain (52,000psi, max you can go is 56,500psi, so still bit room to go up, however I would not recommend to pass this for safety reasons)
Bullet crimped
At 58 gr, it will fill the case up to 94%
This powder will not burn fully in 1890/35 barrel
Velocity with 150gr Speer SP #2217 should run around 3000fps

Good Luck

Peter

 

[Swiend]

Thanks very much guys, I think a powder purchase is in my near future.