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32 S&W Long Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 32 S&W Long with the free, in-browser MyLoads internal ballistics simulator. The figures below are illustrative estimates from a physics model — not a recommended load. Always cross-check a current published loading manual.

32 S&W Long reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)1,000 BAR
Nominal case capacity15.0 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.312 in (7.92 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Hornady 0.312 85 gr XTP
Powder
Hodgdon HP-38
Charge
1.5 gr
Barrel
4 in

Muzzle velocity

610 fps

Peak chamber pressure (interval, ±10% burn rate)

9,646 – 10,191 – 10,702 psi

nominal is 70% MAP (14,504 psi)

The simulator isn't optimized for this cartridge yet: there isn't enough published pressure data to check it.

Illustrative example — every figure is an estimate; always confirm your load against a current published manual before loading.

Popular 32 S&W Long powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 32 S&W Long, drawn from public discussion and listed most common first. They appear as the Popular group in the calculator's pickers. This is not a load recommendation — always check your load against a current published manual.

Popular 32 S&W Long bullets

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