20 gauge hunting load data hodgdon. I really like 572 in 28 gauge. HOWEVER, I have just reviewed this old manual and can find no 1 1/8 loads in a 20 gauge 2 3/4 inch hull that do not use cardboard over-powder cards and felt wads. 135 card and a 1/4 inch Feltan Blue Streak. (ft/s) 20 ga 1 oz. I've got some data for Activ 3" hulls and I think data from Federal for Dec 31, 2008 · BRAVO55. 5 gr. Aug 8, 2022 · 155 posts · Joined 2008. 209P WAA20F1 19. They shot fine and broke stationary clay targets at 40 yards. 3598 posts · Joined 2004. If I didn't have a pointer and birds were flushing wild, IC over Modified would be my choice. I reduced them 10% for use with plastic wads, as suggested in Speer #8 (1970 edition), and went out to the range. Jul 16, 2013 · J. Results: 9085 PSI 1305 FPS. Fortunately, I had the loads tested by Tom May 6, 2015 · 1259 posts · Joined 2014. In 20 gauge I’ve found four loads from four Dec 10, 2009 · Burnt Powder. The AA hull works very well for loads that size! BP. PROPELLANT: Hodgdon Lil'Gun 33. This spherical powder is a versatile shotshell propellant for heavy field loads, providing true magnum velocities with superb patterns. Feb 3, 2013 · For 1 oz field loads, I like Hodgdon Longshot. 410 AA-HS hulls require different loading data and wads than the compression-formed hulls in those bore sizes. 15/16 /oz in Fed or Fiocchi 3" hulls. Dec 16, 2015 · I just got a 4# jug of Tidewad powder. any other suggestions for a good slow burning powder, slower than bluedot would be good. 4. 209 BP HV28 23 11,700 PSI 1200 Lead Shot 28 1 oz. As noted, 20/28 is more cost effective now. 5gr, Greendot, CB1075-20, 3/4oz - Thats gotta just disingrate clay targets! Total smoke! Definitely Hi-Velocity! From Alliant load data the fastest load listed for Rem hulls is: 3/4oz 1,250fts Rem209P Green Dot CB 1075-20 14. Sep 8, 2003 · That said, Clays is meant for 12 ga and is not recommended for 20 ga. You will have to go "down a wad or two. Mar 11, 2015 · You will like 20 grains of HS-6 in 20 gauge 7/8th's oz. Hard enough to get a solid 1200 FPS. Oct 2, 2010 · Load data for Hodgdon HS-7 is the same as 571, they are the same powder made at the same plant. (492 gr. +1, there are also some zippy 7/8 Oz loads using Longshot. "Hi-Skor" 700-X. The progressive crush section allows this wad to be loaded in either 2-3/4 or 2-1/2 cases. 28 Gauge (Hodgdon Data): 2 3/4" Fiocchi Plastic Target Shells. Mar 7, 2013 · Here are two loads from the lyman # 4 manual. Best Apr 29, 2012 · All good advice. At one time there was some 20 gauge load data for 7/8 oz loads @ 1100 FPS. #4 · Aug 18, 2022. Extremely clean burning with proven lot-to-lot consistency, 20/28™ is sure to elevate any sub-gauge shooter's confidenceand scores. Nov 23, 2011 · Mike Robinson. Apr 9, 2016 · Best powder for those light weight shot loads would be the fastest burning powder that you can get. 0 Grains. in AA cases. Nov 2, 2018 · At the rate I shoot titegroup in 9mm, I have a lifetime supply of it. of Lil' Gun powder, TPS1230 wad & 1 1/4 oz. 571 is great for 1 1/4 oz 12 gauge loads and for 1 oz 20 gauge loads. 2 loads in Fiocchi hulls. My 1oz load in Rem is 22g Blue Dot with SP20. Jun 11, 2020 · Wad set: Ballistics Products BPGS gas seal, then a 1/2" and a 1/4" fiber wad under the pellets. Feb 7, 2024 · And the 20 can still shoot the mild ⅞-ounce target and dove loads. WAA20F1 wad. This extruded flake type powder is ideally suited for shotshell in 12 and 16 gauge where clay target and light field loads are the norm. Reloading. It has been a favorite for the 28 ga for many years. However I am told that a load of 13. 209P Rem. 5s + O/S card = 975 fps, 10,127 psi (with standard deviations of 102 fps and 606 psi). The excellent flow characteristics allow accurate Mar 20, 2013 · Bob_K. Easy for me to find on the shelf at Sportsman's, etc. 410 Bore (Hodgdon Data), . Longshot has the advantage of being very dense, and allowed decent 28 ga loads in the short WW AAHS hulls Winchester originally came out with. W209 primer. My personal opinion is that anytime you get over 1 oz of shot in a 20 ga load you are just whistiling "Dixie". Trap, skeet, sporting clay or hunting loads. PROPELLANT: HODGDON LIL’ GUN 41. 50711 788 12 2. 5 HS-7 WIN 209 primer. load in the 20 ga. I use brass hulls from Rocky mountain Cartridge in 3 different gauges and all are made to actual chamber lengths. Hodgdon has data on there site. Favorite modern powders are Hodgdon's Longshot and Alliant's 20/28. Loads using Remington and AA cases were scarce as hens teeth and do develop high chamber pressures. 20g loadings, but I don't believe anyone has developed such loads. of Universal, which I used for both 20 and 28 gauge loads. Aug 5, 2018 · Lil' Gun Powder & 12 ga. A double-base, clean burning, high performance propellant that is perfect for elk country cartridges such as the 270 Winchester, 300 WSM and 338 Win Mag. wad : Gualandi 2021 sold by BPI under the name of SG 20 M. Most of the loads use a 0. I really don't think you'll have an issue. Feb 6, 2011 · HS7 load data I still use HS7 (bought too much) in my 38super race gun. I use it almost exclusively for clay targets. 5 loads in Federal PB hulls. Dec 8, 2008 · The WAA20 OEM wad is the tallest 20 ga. Remington SP-20 wad and one ounce of lead shot for Jan 22, 2024 · 3586 posts · Joined 2016. You lie to the Government, it's a Felony, they lie to you, it's Politics! Save. Here you will find load data for some of Jan 20, 2019 · These loads toss a traditional payload of 1-1/8 ounce shot and come to market in three versions: Light (~1145 fps), Heavy (~1200 fps) and Handicap (~1235 to 1255 fps). loads in the 20ga. 1 oz in a 20 gauge, would be considered a Heavy Payload. Aug 20, 2010 · HULL = Remington STS 20 gauge, 7/8 oz lead shot PRIMER = W209 WAD = Remington RXP20 (or equivalent CB 1078-20, DownRange DVR-20 WAD) POWDER = Hodgdon UNIVERSAL 16. Posted January 28, 2003. Curly got it right. Here are the best break-action, pump, and semi-auto 20 gauge shotguns you can buy right now. As others have said, just close your eyes and pick any listed 1-ounce load, and just load 7/8th's oz shot. It is very easy to grab the wrong caliber and insert it into the gun. Because brass hulls are chamber length, you can use 2 3/4" published loads. loads) 3. 5 CSD078 OS12 7/8 382. I had the same issue with Longshot with high PSI's, (+11. 12-10-2020, 01:50 PM #3. Actually I am looking for a slow burning magnum powder. We are currently populating the cartridge drop-down menu with updated cartridge renderings, new propellants and bullets, and links to complementary product pages. wad available and is best for 3/4 oz. 5 12,000 PSI 1200 IMHO, if you need 1 oz, you need a 20 gauge. 12 gauge. #6 · Apr 3, 2013. Realize that they might not cycle some semi autos. I've been using Longshot with Cheddite primers for my 20 and 28 gauge loads. SP20 19. Hull Primer Shot Powder Grains Wad Vel. field loads 800-X or if you like real fast, Longshot. You won't find 20 gauge data with TiteWad because it is far too fast a burning powder to be useful at safe pressures in your 20. Shell: 2 3/4" WINCHESTER COMPRESSION - FORMED AA & HS TYPE PLASTIC SHELLS. 28 gauge. I use Tightgroup in Nitro 27 clone loads. 5 grs 700X was rather common in the past, and a few people loaded 14. Powder Primer Wad Powder Wt. HS-6 31. If you are a 16-gauge shooter, there are currently only two loads—a 7⁄8-oz Polywad and ¾-oz RST—that fit my definition of light recoil. Location. For buffered heavy (1 3/4 ounce lead) in a 3" 12 gauge you can get at least 100 fps more velocity, at the same pressure, using STEEL powder than with either Longshot or Blue Dot. Feb 8, 2005 · The best advise I have heard is ,use Longshot or HS-6, or HS-7 for 1 oz. you can also use the remington RP twelve wad with the same results and I have fired lots of these loads with great results. NRA Benefactor Member. Jan 28, 2003 · 14. Use the load data as listed, personal opinions don't count for much with your health at Jan 17, 2010 · It seems that 14. 5 nickel plated (the ''real plating'' not the paint) made in Italy sold Mar 17, 2014 · The "best" result of the five loads from that batch was: B&P hull + Win 209 primer + 17. Load Titles. The F1 wads are out-of-print, so I haven't used them. May 31, 2023 · For use in 7/8 to 1-1/8 oz. 410 (Winchester Data), . For the convenience of using a plastic wad, here's one from Hodgdon's on-line data: Win AA HS hull. Usually 1165 FPS max. Wow, Thats a Fast Load! 14. Oct 9, 2020. #3 · Mar 27, 2017. For reloading 20 gauge slugs google Emma Young. If the birds won't hold for the dog, I pass on the shot. #28 · Sep 12, 2023. Under more demanding conditions (longer range, wild flushing birds, bigger birds) I go to bigger & more shot. (Gr. Not sure about HS-5. From our friends at Precision Reloading comes a portion of the Nice Shot reloading data they have developed thus far for 20 gauge loads. If you have ever shot Remington nitro sporting or Winchester super sporting, Pro Reach yeilds the same results, minus the $11 a box price. I use it exclusively for skeet loads that mirror my hunting loads velocity-wise. It's a lot of reading and confusing to Feb 13, 2006 · Yeah, there are lower pressure loads like, for example, 14 grs. Also had two boxes of my standard Universal load and one brand spanking new box of Gun Clubs. #6 · Mar 22, 2006. You will need Aliant Steel powder. 1 1/4 oz is mighty heavy for a 20 gauge. Feb 19, 2020 · 11042 posts · Joined 2005. All the loads are developed by the staff of Handloader magazine and the archives of Handloader and Rifle magazines. Aug 25, 2013 · 10292 posts · Joined 2006. Feb 4, 2012 · I loaded 1 1/8 in 20 gauge 2 3/4 inch hulls with AL-8 which was a published load. Jul 15, 2013 · It covers high-performance, high-velocity 1 ounce to 1-1/8 ounce 12 gauge lead loads and 20 gauge 3/4 ounce to 7/8 ounce loads. Use size 8 or 8 1/2 shot for sporting clays and 9s for skeet. 313 posts · Joined 2006. I shoot nothing but 3/4 oz for targets in 12 and 20 ga and 5/8 oz in 28 ga. Avid reloaders and shooters often head out to the range with multiple calibers of firearms. As far as 20 ga 3/4 oz loads, you will be hard pressed to beat Green Dot or Hodgdon's International. I wised up years ago, when it became evident that a 7/8 oz. Faster burning powders work best in "light" payloads. Today I shot in a 20 gauge Mini 100 and one box was a new test load featuring 16. Jun 1, 2021 · 156 posts · Joined 2015. 322 posts · Joined 2010. 5 grain 1 ounce Blue Dot load with AA hulls is really good. Put whatever size shot you want in them. Apr 9, 2008 · I found an old recipe for 20 gauge 3" heavy loads using Alliant 2400 powder, and I assembled a couple of shells for test purposes. HULL: CHEDDITE 20-gauge 2. Very nice load, very well-behaved, cycles my 1100 fine. BTW, Longshot is a near perfect powder for 40 S&W loads, 1165 fps with a 165 grain bullet is a fairly stout load. Its made by Alliant and is named 20/28, as that's its primary purpose. 17856 posts · Joined 2003. Mar 21, 2022 · Sporting 28-II Super wad (250/bag) The SG28-II is an updated model of the SG28 wad that has been a favorite of European field shooters for many years. oldthompson, the AA-HS 12 and 20 ga. /sec. Try Hodgdon/IMR/WW, Alliant, and Accurate. And Hodgdon’s Reloading Center is “mobile-friendly” so it works well with smartphones and tables. of shot and 540 powder. Jan 22, 2011 · GreenDot. LoadData. SR7625 and Unique for 1 oz. 8 Steel Orig Buffer 11,400 1,720 Fold Duck+Upland HYPSTEEL. NAHC Life Member. Become a Load Data member, access over 311,644 load recipies. The problem is that you will have to send your own loads in for pressure testing. HS-6 is the same as the old Winchester 540. #3. This shot is essentially Federals Heavy Weight shot, 15 g/cc in density #7 shot. loads for pheasants or turkeys. FOLD CRIMP: 6-point + OS20 over the shot. Nov 5, 2017 · I am loading some 2 3/4 in 20 gauge shells using Remington Game Load Hulls and WSF powder with 7/8 oz shot. Oct 26, 2012 · In 28GA that powder would be Alliant 20/28. 3" Federal Hull. 209 primer. The Claybuster CB 5034-28HS is the correct wad for this hull. I'm trying to find load data for Win Autocomp for 38super major power factor to shoot IPSC. 9 pellets of 00 Buck. Load Type Gauge Shot Wt. I would recommend 1 ounce loads instead, unless you have a large frame 7+ pounds. In 7/8 loads Rem wads with Win case and vice versa works the best. Universal Clays Developed to be the most elastic of all the Clay-series of powders. 20 ga. Its geometry and density results in excellent ignition, superb metering and low charge weights that deliver consistent patterns with mild report and low recoil. The smallest powder bushing Lee provided is marked 095 and it throws a bit more then 17 grains of WSF. 209 or Remington STS primer. #5 · Jul 16, 2013. Feb 16, 2012 · The answer depends on YOUR SHOTGUN & YOUR hunting conditions so it can only be answered in general terms. Are there any around? Thanks. 0 gr. . #4 · Mar 21, 2013. Performs best in tapered hulls, Remington or Winchester. CB6100-12 (-) For use in 7/8 to 1 oz. She offers loading components and loading data for 12 and 20 gauge slugs using Hornady . The extra pellets do help in tight cover. 25. Doubled Distinguished. Designed for Federal and all Imports These "new" Hodgdon powders are very dense. For 7/8 oz target loads, Alliant 20/28 is a good choice. #1 · May 6, 2015. If you're doing this for pheasant hunting the 23. 0 grains (starting) – 18. in the 20 ga. Traditional shot size for these loads are 7-1/2's or 8's. I've used quite a few 1 oz. 75" + (2 ) 14C28 ¼” filler wads or (1) FC28 soft fiber wad. 8 11,900 PSI 1165. I am positive that HS-6 is W540 and HS-7 is W571. Herco and Blue Dot are your only options in the Alliant lineup for 1 ounce 20 gauge loads (they also have one recipe for 20/28 powder with AA hulls). lead BB shot has about 64 pellets in 1-1/4 oz of shot. For stout 1 1/8 oz. Longshot Fed. My 1oz load in Fed is Long shot with 20S1. Each month new loads are added to the database. I then switched wads and used a Circle Fly prelubed 3/8" fiber wad. 571/HS-7 is a little slower and I use it/them for 1 3/8 or 1 1/2 oz. #15 · Mar 31, 2020. shot: 1 oz of #5. Jager11. The density is similar to Hodgdon Longshot. Result: PSI 11100 FPS 1675. For now, we're going to concentrate on the Light load. Best of my knowledge there isn't a lot of 3" 20 ga data. 75”. load at 1300 fps+, you'll have to change your hull choice to Federals and use 800X, as per Hodgdon's website. 5 11,800 PSI 1165. Dec 21, 2019 · 1. I doubt seriously you can actually achieve a true HIGH VELOCITY load, in a 20 ga. But you want to use a heaver bullet. pheasant load with 1 1/4oz of shot at 1330fps. Unfortunately much of the info is spread over 10 years of posts, and some of the real golden nuggets are embedded in threads that at first glance don't appear of interest. 0 MG42/STS 1/8FW20+OS Card 7/8 382. And I also use it for 9mm/45acp reloading. than Longshot. 452 250 gr and 300 gr pistol bullets. It is designed to load light, 5/8oz to 7/8oz, loads in the 28 gauge. Dec 5, 2023 · This yearly manual contains some of the most up-to-date load data for everything ranging from the tried and true 12-gauge load, as well as some of the hottest modern precision rifle cartridges like 7mm PRC. Best of luck. Aug 21, 2006 · My favorite loads is Remington 20ga hull, Orange Duster wad, 16. 410 Bore (IMR Data), . Rifle shooters will find dozens of loads for their favorite Hodgdon, IMR, and Winchester powders such as H4198, H4895, Varget, H4350, and IMR 8208 XBR. powder :21 gr of Longshot (Hyper versatile powder 12 ga, 20 ga,shot, slugs,ect…. There are plenty of 12 gauge 1 oz loads on the Hodgdon website, not sure there is specific RIO hull data. 2. of Hodgdon's HS-7. 1 grains (max) Use load data at your own risk. 75 Multi-Hull MH209 Longshot 34. #5 · Dec 31, 2008. Feb 23, 2016 · It has 19 loads listed for 1 oz of steel shot using Longshot powder. In Status of Steel, 18th Edition, page 112, this load appears; 3" Cheddite hull, Ched. Skeet and Improved Cylinder in my 20 gauge over/under. 1 1/8 oz #5 shot. Get the most performance from Federal components by using our carefully developed, high-performance reloading data. Ramshot HUNTER. Nov 4, 2016 · Nov 4, 2016. com. If you reload and shoot multiple caliber firearms, be aware of unsafe firearm and ammunition combinations. I'll accept this word "from the horse's mouth" and not be tempted to try it. Has anyone tried this load? PROPELLANT: HODGDON LIL’ GUN 45. 1 oz. Size six shot. Best Overall: Beretta A400. The best load for waterfowl comes from RSI. 99. NSSA Life Member. Designed for Skeet and Sporting Clays. #2 · Jun 1, 2021. 1 1/4 oz. Introducing 20/28™, a powder designed to deliver competition-grade performance to 20 and 28 gauge clay target shooters. Load Data | The Best Reloading Manual Online 20 Gauge: 2 3/4" Slug Roll Crimped Loads: 5: 20 Gauge: 2 3/4" Winchester-Western Compression-Formed Plastic Shell: 3: Dec 11, 2021 · CSD 20ga steel wad UNslit (250/bag)-ballisticproducts. NSSA Level I Instructor. field loads are tough to beat. All clones of this wad are a tad shorter. Perfect Pattern is a fast-burning, flattened, spherical shotshell powder designed for light and extra-light field and target loads for the 12-gauge shotgun. loads also. In the Data Center, you’ll find thousands of load recipes for pistol, rifle, and shotgun. #6 · Aug 8, 2022. There is another powder coming on line that is going to be a superb powder in 20 and 28 gauges. Hodgdon even posted that information at one time. It never was a great 20 gauge powder, that is first hand experience. Apr 19, 2005 · Blue Dot is the number one high velocity heavy load champ for 1-1/8 and 1-1/4 oz 16 gauge loads. I doubt you can even get the wads or some of the powder any longer. Dec 20, 2022 · 1677 posts · Joined 2020. I haven't loaded any 3" 20 ga in years and I am down to my last 2 boxes. Jan 19, 2016 · 599 posts · Joined 2010. Press. 28. 616 BP HV28 23. Here’s the load I am planning on rolling in the coming days. Load data shotgun gauges are . 5 grains W-W 571, W-209 primer, 1 3/8 ounces lead shot w-AA 12r wad at 1290fps with 10,500 LUP. This new edition of the annual manual is available now directly from Hodgdon for a very reasonable price of just $14. I have lots of loading data for 12 gauge but can't find any for 20 gauge. Since Clays is a very fast burning powder and the 20 is a small bore, slight changes in powder weight can lead to to Aug 10, 2004 · Titewad, WAA12L (gray) wad, Win. Here is my YouTube video of the chrono test. According to the Lyman reloading book for target loads I should use 16 grains of powder and for hunting loads I should use 17 grains. We'll talk about the other two loads in future articles. Oct 9, 2020 · Messages. Example, 7/8 oz. Clays worked well with 1 oz. Use 7/8 oz data and add filler beneath the shot to get a decent crimp. Cheddite 20 gauge 2 3/4″ pre-primed hulls from Ballistic Products (also reloaded these after firing) Powder Charge (Hodgdon Universal): 17. 20 ga 1 oz. 7/8 oz. Apr 3, 2013 · 29 posts · Joined 2012. Load 150217-6319 Softer load for older guns. The AA wad, (current production), is simply the best wad for 3/4 oz. Dec 1, 2022 · HULL: Cheddite 20-gauge 3°. I know all the powder companies do have some, just not a lot. 5 x 1/2" wad + O/W card + 7/8 oz 7. Unfortunately, the 28 and . This is a maximum load so don't go beyond 18 grs. load would outperform a 1 oz. My interest in 3/4 ounce 20 gauge loads is for use on quail in close - probably over a dog and to duplicate 28 gauge rounds, but never had a chance to try them yet. I have also loaded some AAHS and Rem STS with Alliant Pro Reach powder for 1,300. There's plenty of bismuth load data for this wad in Lyman's 5th; 1 oz loads in Federal, STS, or Win hulls using Blue Dot powder. #11 · Sep 10, 2017. my favourite load for pheasant in 20 ga (wild pheasant): Hull : Cheddite or Fiocchi. 20ga data is limited. #14 · Dec 13, 2011. May 19, 2022 · Because I'm down to the last 2 lbs. The Universal clays works well with 7/8 oz. Dec 11, 2020 · 7,136. 5g to make major in my race gun (7 port comp) for years. Lil'Gun Ched. Dec 8, 2004 · Longshot. 7 loads in Cheddite hulls. 28 Gauge (Hodgdon Data): 2 3/4" Remington STS Plastic Shells (Lead Shot) 4. Like. Win. It’s the only spherical powder in the popular 4350 burn range making it an ideal powder for a wide range of cartridges. Nov 28, 2023 · 1150 3/4 oz loads are your friends in 20 ga. 5. (3/4 oz. #6's is my standard squrrel load with most any 7/8 Reloading Data. 28 Gauge (Hodgdon Data): 2 3/4" Winchester AA Plastic Shells. Trap, skeet, or sporting clay loads. #5 · Jan 19, 2016. 8 Steel buffered 11,000 1,700 Fold Game LD12-MG42. #3 · Oct 2, 2013. There's not a lot of things you can do with a 3" 20 ga hull so there isn't a lot of need for data. If Lyman, Hodgdon, or Alliant don't have loads for 1-1/8 ounce, check with B&P. DOn't take a chance on your health and others. 410 Gauge (Lyman Data), 10 Gauge, 10 Gauge (Alliant Data), 10 Gauge (Hodgdon Data), 10 Gauge (IMR Data), 10 Gauge (Lyman Buckshot Data), 12 Gauge, 12 Gauge (Accurate Data), 12 Gauge (ACTIV Data), 12 Gauge (Alliant Data), 12 Gauge (Alliant Promo Data Lighter shot charges—7⁄8 oz or even ¾ oz—would be better yet for 12-gauge loads at no higher than 1,200 fps and still better at 1,100 to 1,150 fps. Pretty much the only load I use for pheasant hunting with my 20 ga. 75 Federal PB Fed 209A Longshot 34. Nov 18, 2017 · Since they make 1-1/8 ounce 20 gauge factory loads, I'm guessing there's a way to do it. #2 steel shot yielding 10,300 psi. #7 · Aug 25, 2013. I've not tried it myself, so can't help with patterned loads. Folded crimp. I will say you will want Federal 3" hulls, either Federal 209a or Winchester 209 primers, and bluedot powder. I haven't checked to see if Hodgdon has these 3/4 ounce loads on line, but they are in Hodgdon's 2004 Annual Manual page 177 and 178. 5 grains of Blue Dot powder. Aug 18, 2022 · 904 posts · Joined 2006. I tend to use the hottest standard primers in the winter, but have found no need to use magnums. Idaho. Again, it has the perfect burn rate for loads over 1200 FPS with these weight loads and gives good cold weather performance. HS-6 Rem. Get the RSI manual and wads from Buck's Run, weigh every powder and shot charge, and follow the load data as listed. For shooting coyotes with 12 ga 2-3/4" loads there are much better lead shot sizes than Number 4 buck. I have used Winchester 572 in 20 gauge and 28 gauge. If you really feel you need a 1 oz. DLM. 1 load in Rio hulls. The shot is contained using a glued in overshot card. Load. Dec 5, 2018 · WAD: TPS20 2. ) #7 SpheroTungsten-15 shot. SHOT: 1-1/8 oz. 209A WAA20 17. #4 · Jan 22, 2024. 2 3/4" 12 ga. International in combination with the PC20 wad and the Rem. FOLD CRIMP: 6 or 8 point. It works well but it is a bit dirty when used at shotgun pressures. With most powders, you run into excess pressures before you even get to 1200 fps. It doubles as an excellent pistol target powder for such cartridges as the 38 Special and 45 ACP and many more. I think it’s a fantastic powder for both, and it’s currently relatively available. There are a lot of threads on loading 20 gauge 3/4 oz loads, and a lot of interest. Stripersonfly. loads, Hodgdon would tell you so. 4 loads in Rem STS hulls. ) Pressure Vel. , hands down. Covers a performance range from heavy 12 gauge clay target loads to 1-1/4 ounce upland field loads. , and most data only showed velocities under 1200 FPS. 209 primer, 52. Aug 16, 2017 · 78 posts · Joined 2015. 5 grs 700X (11,200 PSI), was the top load for Federal Plastic hulls using a W-209 primer. 6 grain of Longshot, one cheerio, and 7/8 ounce of shot in a Cheddite hull. SHOT: 1-1/8 ounce Bismuth Shot #4 (492 grains) FOLD CRIMP: 6-point. primer for 10,900 psi. BTW, in 20 gauge, Remington hulls are best, and they all use the same data. " I've found some load data for lighter steel loads and my suspicion is the powder will over pressure too quickly in larger steel loads but I figured it was worth an ask. 0 ounce loads in 28 gauge for hunting and, IIRC, B&P is the only one offering appropriate wads and data. An Orange Duster wad, (second tallest), CAN be used, but will have a good bit of dishing in the crimp. Ultimate Reloader is not responsible for errors in load data on this website. 28 Gauge (Hodgdon Data): 2 3/4" Cheddite Plastic Shells - Lead Shot. I still like it mainly for its' clean shooting Aug 31, 2014 · D L Marcum said: The OP stated a HIGH VELOCITY 20 ga. PRIMER: CH209. 410 Bore Loads, . Longshot, as others have noted, is a very good powder for 20ga. , and don't change the wad or primer components. 37. 0 of Bluedot, 4 fiber. 58. In addition, LONGSHOT is the best choice for those competitors shooting games such as "Buddy", "Annie Jan 19, 2013 · Mild recoil and smashes clay when I do my part. Find load data for Hodgdon HS-6 propellant by clicking the button "Loads for this Powder". I like to use 1. For more information or to purchase Nice Shot in bulk, contact Precision Reloading: Oct 4, 2017 · Components and Load Data. I load a lot of 1oz hunting loads with the fiber basewad hulls using a recipe from the Lyman manual: 19grs longshot. and 1475 ft. 540/HS-6 is a great 12ga. loads. At one time, Rem used Tightgroup in the OEM Nitro load and still uses a similar powder. 410 Bore (Alliant Data), . . 28g loadings, and presumably could work in magnum, ie. If U. May 23, 2023 · Description. 2gr 11,100psi. load. If the Clays load is listed, get a scale and weigh the power throw before you use it. Winchester AA-HS is the best hull for 28 gauge reloading, lasting for 10 decent reloads on average. Jun 11, 2007 · There are far better powders for the 20 ga. List up to 1330 in Fiocchi hull. loads for grouse hunting, but never felt a need for speeds over 1220 fps. 5 gr Hodgdon Universal, Claybuster WAA20 clone wad, W209 primer. Select A Caliber or Gauge Below To View Recipes. There is a similar situation with Remington hulls. -BCS. Dec 15, 2016 · 700-X is basically a 12 gauge target load powder best for 7/8, 1 & 1 1/8 oz. Results: 8780 PSI 1315 FPS. Aug 7, 2007 · Lil'gun is used in a few 1oz. WAD: NC20 + CSD203. Mar 26, 2017 · Super X 1. It also the powder that duplicates the factory load for AA compression formed cases loaded with 3/4 oz of shot. Great loads in 28-, 20-, 16- and 12-gauge are shown in Hodgdon’s Reloading Data Center. hulls were designed by Winchester to use the same load data as the AA-compression formed shells. Unique + O/P card + 1. 17 grains makes an excellent Skeet load and there are no fit problems. One of the best powders for those loads would be Accurate's Nitro 100. Sep 17, 2004 · It surprised me that Hodgdon didn't list any 3/4 ounce data for the 2 3/4" 20 gauge Fiocche, Cheddite or Federal hulls they also listed data for. 209A WAA20 18. If I'm loading one oz loads, I use Hodgdon Longshot and the SP20 wad. More about this powder: HS-6 is a fine spherical propellant that has wide application in pistol and shotshell. 738 posts · Joined 2012. Performance is listed at 1247 FPS and 9400 PSI pressure. Win 209 primer. It works equally as well in AA HS cases. Aug 12, 2023 · Good Morning! I was hoping to get some advice on the 20 ga federal hulls with plastic basewad. 5 gr Unique, STS primer, 7/8 oz of shot. I don't have any info on heavier bullets. 20 gauge. It works for fast loads 7/8 oz. 0 grains. Unique is also a good 20 gauge powder for 7/8 Oz loads, but I switched to 20/28 and am very happy with it. In pistol, 9mm, 38 Super, 40 S&W and 10mm Auto are some of the cartridges where HS-6 provides top performance. com is a powerful search engine that allows you to search an ever-expanding database of loads. They said that it is too fast for the snaller bore. Mostly true. 7 grains @ 11,400 psi and 1225 fps. WAD: CSD20 (4 slits) + 14C28 in the wad base. Jan 27, 2010 · Hodgdon lists these 2 loads with Fiocchi hulls. You can obtain about the same performance with 25 grs. Feb 3, 2021 · Hi, welcome on the forum. This load produces a little over 1200 fps and the pressures are down under 10,000 psi. Jun 8, 2018 · 70625 182 12 2. 1 10,600 PSI 1250. I load with Hornady 20 ga SST range pick up cases, Win 209 primer, 30. Universal is another good powder for 16 Gauge 1 oz. Dec 25, 2014 · flyndutchman. 3 11,700 PSI 1300. International Clays and Universal Clays are the typical powders used. There is seldom any need for more than 7/8 oz. I was told those are the same as the CDS203 but with slits, so I have that. I have the NC 20 and the TUWSBL2028 wad. 3342 posts · Joined 2010. For the AA (old style) hull, I use 15. Regards , Pete. 27 posts · Joined 1998. Number of Loads. If the caliber just does not fit, this is simply embarrassing. I think 1350 to 1450 fps will be plenty fast for hunting dove. 785 is a magnum rifle powder. Aug 25, 2010 · HS6 & W540 are the same powder. Reloading Modern 20 gauge. Also Hodgdon's Titewad should work very well. #7 · Dec 25, 2014. You'll get a little over 1200 fps at somewhere around 12,000 psi. I have a Winchester load booklet from 1979 that shows two loads for a Win AA hull, 1 1/8 oz. 572 is a fairly dense, flattened ball powder and doesn’t take up much space in the hull. 1,900. I too got well supplied due to circumstances and have good results loading 12 gauge, 1 oz at about 1250 fps. (ft/s) Lead Shot 28 1 oz. Win waa20 (I use claybuster 1078) 1 oz lead. Mar 21, 2006 · Burnt Powder. Lil'Gun Fio. 550 posts · Joined 2008. 20 / 28. There are only about 27 pellets in a 1-1/4 oz load of lead number 4 buck. Well, I have been using 115g JHP at 10. May 19, 2022 · Product Overview. I recently received an answer to my question posed to Hodgdon about why there is no data in your book (s) about using Clays in the 20 ga. SHOT: ITX- EX13 #6 370 gr. There is also 1 1-1/8 load in 3" federal hulls using Longshot. 5K), using steel shot. Finally, Ballistic Products also has a 1 oz Lil gun load for this wad in a cheddite hulls if Sep 1, 2012 · In a Remington hull, even with the hotter Fed 209A, these are the figures Hodgdon's website gives. Remington SP20 wad. 0 grs. If you really want to use only one propellant for both gauges, Hodgdon's International or Universal are good candidates as is Alliant's Unique with 12 gauge 1-1/8 and 20 gauge 7/8 ounce shot May 31, 2016 · Yes 540 and HS 6 are one and the same. My hunting buddy shoots a Parker with 2 1/2' chambers and he uses all brass hulls. Look to another powder for your 20 gauge needs. It wasn't any dirtier that any other powder really. Hodgdon has numerous 1oz loading spec'd at 1275 in the fed hull though. Universal amd Unique have been the most used favorites for years and are still the most preferred for this use. 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