As you found out, Hodgdon's 45 Super data is weak.
Sierra's Handloading Handbook has some good 45acp +P load data in the 45acp revolver section. They work fine in my 3rd Gen 45 autos too, with a good recoil spring installed.
RealGuns had 45 Super data but I see they now require you to be a paid member to access it. I saved the data & have used the same load data in both my revolvers (325/625s) & autos (1911/4506/4586).
Examples:
Using a 185gr JHP (Nosler, Hornady, & Zero) my max is 11.3gr/Power Pistol & a 1.200" COAL minimum.
Using a 200gr JHP (Hornady) my max is 10.4gr/Power Pistol & a 1.200" COAL minimum. (10.8gr/P-P caused bulged cases in my 1911)
- Work up slowly for each gun used & watch the COAL" (make sure they pass the plunk test on each) -
All are in new Starline 45 Super brass or Starline 45 Auto Rim brass. Both equally strong.
Power Pistol & LongShot are very close in burn rate in this size case. LongShot being slightly slower.
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