.22 K-Hornet (Hodgdon Pistol Data)

.22 K-Hornet (Hodgdon Pistol Data — Speculative)

No published Hodgdon Pistol Data is available specifically for the .22 K-Hornet, but based on analogous Hodgdon pistol charts and improved cartridge behavior, one can sketch a hypothetical approach. The K-Hornet’s sharper shoulder and increased capacity could allow modest velocity improvement in handgun platforms, provided pressures are carefully managed.

In a speculative layout, one might pair lighter bullets in the 30–40 grain range (for reduced recoil in handgun use) with powders like Lil’Gun, H110, or fast-burning pistol powders that Hodgdon lists in its pistol sections. Starting charges would ideally be reduced by 15–20% compared to hypothetical rifle K-Hornet loads, then worked upward slowly while observing pressure signs and chronograph data.

Because handgun barrels are short and the burn time limited, the K-Hornet’s enhanced geometry may offer only small performance gains over standard Hornet pistol loads. However, the improved chamber design may contribute to tighter group stability under controlled conditions—if load tuning is meticulous.

This speculative Hodgdon pistol-style K-Hornet entry is intended only for reference until genuine published data becomes available. Always treat any speculative load as a cautious starting point and validate in your specific firearm setup.

Note: Speculative entry only — not based on confirmed Hodgdon pistol tables. Validate carefully with your own testing.