.357 Magnum Cartridge - Load Data

Sources of Load Data

  • Accurate Arms Loading Book (AA5)
  • Internet (rec.guns, C&R FFL Mailing List)

    Test Equipment

    Firearm used for testing is an S&W 686 (6")
    A Pact Model 1 Chronograph was used to collect the data.
    Dies manufactured by RCBS (carbide).

    Load Data Tables

    These tables are still under construction.

    .357 Magnum Load Data by Powder Type-Bullet Type
    AA5-125gr GS AA5-140gr JHP AA5-158gr JHP
    Unique-125gr GS Unique-140gr JHP Unique-158gr JHP
    W296-125gr GS W296-140gr JHP W296-158gr JHP
    AA7-125gr GS AA7-140gr JHP AA7-158gr JHP
    Titegroup-125gr GS Titegroup-140gr JHP Titegroup-158gr JHP

    .357 Magnum Commercial Loads
    TBD TBD TBD

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