ADI AP 100

Handgun

Burn Rate: 7 (Medium-Fast)

Description

AP 100 by ADI is a medium burn rate propellant ideally suited for handgun and pistol applications. This powder is characterized by its consistent burn rate, which caters well to precision-target shooting and competition scenarios. Manufactured with a cylindrical shape, AP 100 offers excellent metering properties, ensuring accurate charge weights and reliable performance with each use. The formulation of AP 100 provides remarkable temperature stability, reducing variations in velocity and pressure across different ambient conditions, a vital factor for demanding handloaders seeking uniformity. Popular caliber pairings for AP 100 include the .357 Magnum and other magnum revolver cartridges, where its medium burn speed allows for optimal energy conversion and manageable recoil. During load development, users should note its moderate burn rate, offering substantial versatility across various load pressures. Handloaders will appreciate the tailored energy efficiency and clean burning characteristics of AP 100, which extends barrel life and minimizes fouling. ADI's commitment to quality and precision ensures AP 100 is a trusted choice for those seeking accuracy and reliability in their handgun reloads.

Specifications

Burn Rate

7 (Medium-Fast)

Bulk Density

0.635 g/cm³

Density

1.570 g/cm³

Temperature Sensitivity

Low

Suitable Substitutes

Powders with a similar burn rate that may be suitable alternatives (also see burn rate chart):

Hodgdon Longshot

Hodgdon · Burn Rate: 7

Shooters World Major Pistol

Shooters World · Burn Rate: 7

SNPE Vectan BA7 1/2

VECTAN · Burn Rate: 7

Vihtavuori N350

Vihtavuori · Burn Rate: 7

Ramshot Silhouette

Ramshot · Burn Rate: 7

Lovex D037.1

Lovex · Burn Rate: 7

Standard Loads — ADI AP 100

Verified load data combinations using ADI AP 100.

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.22 Picra

Barnes .224 | 36gr | Barnes Varmint Grenade FB 36gr

187 loads

30 powders

.22 Picra

Barnes .224 | 45gr | Barnes BND SPIT-FIRE 45gr

173 loads

30 powders

.22 Picra

Barnes .224 | 50gr | Barnes Solid Spitz 50gr

144 loads

25 powders

.22 Picra

Fox Bullets .224 | 50gr | Fox Classic Hunter 50gr

190 loads

31 powders

.22 Picra

Nosler .224 | 35gr | Nosler Varmageddon 35gr

150 loads

29 powders

.22 Picra

Rhino Bullets .224 | 40gr | Rhino Solid Shank 40gr

195 loads

32 powders

.22 Picra

Sierra .224 | 40gr | Sierra VarmintKing 40gr

195 loads

32 powders

.22 Picra

Sierra .223 | 40gr | Sierra VarmintKing 40gr

190 loads

31 powders

.22 Picra

Styria Arms | AERO .224 | 50gr | AERO SOLR,- smax:9.55 50gr

162 loads

28 powders

.22 Picra

Styria Arms | AERO .224 | 51gr | AERO SB,- smax:9.50 51gr

190 loads

33 powders

.30 Picra

H&N .311 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr

163 loads

27 powders

.30 Picra

H&N .309 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr

165 loads

28 powders

.30 Picra

LEE .311 | 93gr | LEE Mold 311-093-1R 93gr

120 loads

19 powders

.30 Picra

Lehigh Defense .308 | 85gr | Lehigh Defense Xtreme Cavitator 85gr

157 loads

29 powders

.30 Picra

Prvi Partizan .31 | 85gr | Prvi Partizan FMJ 85gr

149 loads

26 powders

.30 Picra

Sellier & Bellot .310 | 85gr | Sellier & Bellot FMJ 85gr

149 loads

26 powders

.327 Federal Mag.

CamPro .312 | 115gr | CamPro FP 115gr

253 loads

46 powders

.357 Auto Mag.

CamPro .355 | 95gr | CamPro RN 95gr

107 loads

19 powders

Subsonic Loads — ADI AP 100

Verified subsonic load data combinations using ADI AP 100.

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.30-06 Spring.

Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical 230gr

1039 loads

162 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid Target 230gr

981 loads

157 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr

734 loads

133 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr

827 loads

139 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr

0 loads

0 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr

923 loads

151 powders

.30-06 Spring.

MAKER .308 | 200gr | MAKER 200 Grain .308 Expanding Subsonic Blackout Bullets 200gr

802 loads

136 powders

.30-06 Spring.

MAKER .308 | 220gr | MAKER 300 blackout 220gr

3347 loads

257 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Peregrine .308 | 155gr | Peregrine Subsonic 155gr

833 loads

129 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Reichenberg .308 | 154gr | Reichenberg HDB Subsonic 154gr

709 loads

124 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Reichenberg .308 | 200gr | Reichenberg Subsonic 200gr

14 loads

3 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Sierra .308 | 220gr | Sierra MatchKing 220gr

3323 loads

257 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 95gr | AERO SUB-I,- smax:11.30 95gr

0 loads

0 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 115gr | AERO SUB,- smax:11.40 115gr

678 loads

110 powders

.30-06 Spring.

Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 190gr | AERO SUB,- smax:23.90 190gr

775 loads

134 powders

.300 AAC Blackout

Barnes .308 | 180gr | Barnes MRX BT 180gr

336 loads

62 powders

.300 AAC Blackout

Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr

428 loads

79 powders

.300 AAC Blackout

Ferrobull Europe .308 | 180gr | Ferrobull Tripple Expand Jagd 180gr

427 loads

72 powders

Community Subsonic Loads — ADI AP 100

Sample load data calculated with ADI AP 100.

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Cartridge	Bullet	Barrel (in)	Charge (gr)	OAL (in)	Case Volume (GoW)	Max. Pressure (psi)	Muzzle Velocity (fps)
.357 SIG	.355 \| 147gr \| Hornady XTP	5.0	6.0	1.14	19.5	27,224 (62%)	1109

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