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.480 Ruger

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Caliber Description

Popular Load Recipes

- 325 gr Hornady XTP, 22.5 gr H110, CCI 350 primer, 1.680" COAL
- 325 gr Hornady XTP, 24.0 gr Lil' Gun, CCI 350 primer, 1.680" COAL
- 355 gr Lead Gas Check, 20.0 gr H110, CCI 350 primer, 1.730" COAL
- 400 gr Jacketed, 18.5 gr H110, CCI 350 primer, 1.740" COAL
- 400 gr Cast LFN, 17.0 gr IMR4227, CCI 350 primer, 1.740" COAL
- 325 gr Cast SWC, 19.0 gr 2400, CCI 350 primer, 1.680" COAL
- 400 gr Hornady XTP, 20.0 gr Lil' Gun, CCI 350 primer, 1.740" COAL
- 370 gr Cast LFN, 15.5 gr IMR4227, CCI 350 primer, 1.740" COAL

All data should be cross-checked with a reputable manual. Start at least 10% below max and work up carefully.

Cost per Reloaded Round

Technical Specifications

Safety Standard / Application

C.I.P. / Revolver / Pistol Caliber

Most Suitable Bullet Weights

302 - 560 Grains

Case Capacity / Average Charge

44 Grains of Water / 12.5 Grains

Average Muzzle Velocity / Energy

1115 fps / 886 ft-lbf

Case Length / Max. C.O.L

1.275'' / 1.65''

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.480 Ruger

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