30-40 Krag OAL?

[roysclockgun]

In terms of OAL for 30-40 Krag cartridges, the only data I am finding is for the original US Army cartridge, at 3.10" for the 220gr. RN bullet, measured from base to tip.
I am loading Sierra 180gr. SP BT and figuring about 3.148" OAL as that has me a good distance from the lands.
My starting load is 45gr. IMR 4350 which may get around 2200 FPS MV.
Comments?
Best,
Steven

 

[Kodiak]

Have you tried your 180 loaded round on the magazine box? Are you loading for a military style Krag?

 

[roysclockgun]

I am shooting single shot, as the peep sight precludes the use of the cut-off switch. However, the loads do go through the mag with room to spare.

 

[duckcreekdick]

My 7th ed. Hornady book shows a maximum load of 42.6 gr. of IMR 4350 for a 180 gr. bullet. I load 43 gr. of AA 4350 with a 180 gr. RN for all of my Krags and my 95 Winchester. I seat to the cannelure.