Description
Alliant Powder's UNIQUE is a versatile, medium burn rate propellant with a burn rate index of approximately 8.5 on standardized reloading charts. This powder is celebrated for its flexibility, making it highly suitable for use in a variety of handgun and pistol applications. UNIQUE is well-regarded for subsonic loads, where precision and consistency are paramount. Its consistent flake form ensures reliable metering, though some users may find that precise adjustments in powder measures are occasionally necessary. It exhibits notable temperature stability, which provides consistent performance across diverse environmental conditions. UNIQUE is particularly popular among reloaders working with calibers such as 9mm Luger, .38 Special, and .45 ACP, offering dependable ignition and burn characteristics. In load development, UNIQUE offers superior advantages in achieving uniform shot-to-shot performance and moderate recoil, which is especially valuable in training and competition settings. Alliant's long-standing reputation for quality underscores the reliability of UNIQUE, making it a steadfast choice in handloading circles.
Specifications
Burn Rate
7.8 (Medium-Fast)
Bulk Density
0.593 g/cm³
Density
1.630 g/cm³
Temperature Sensitivity
Low
Suitable Substitutes
Powders with a similar burn rate that may be suitable alternatives (also see burn rate chart):
Standard Loads — Alliant UNIQUE
Verified load data combinations using Alliant UNIQUE.
.30 Super Carry
Berry's .312 | 71gr | Berry's Round Nose 71gr
.30 Super Carry
CamPro .312 | 115gr | CamPro FP 115gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .309 | 71gr | H&N RN HS 71gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .311 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .309 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC 90gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC KB Match 90gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 100gr | H&N WC KB Match 100gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N RN HS 100gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N RN F 100gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N WC HS Match 100gr
.30 Super Carry
Hornady .311 | 71gr | Hornady FMJ RN 71gr
.30 Super Carry
Hornady .314 | 90gr | Hornady SWC 90gr
.30 Super Carry
Hornady .312 | 100gr | Hornady XTP 100gr
.30 Super Carry
Lapua .314 | 98gr | Lapua Lead Wadcutter 98gr
.30 Super Carry
LEE .314 | 90gr | LEE Mold 314-090-SWC 90gr
.30 Super Carry
LEE .311 | 93gr | LEE Mold 311-093-1R 93gr
.30 Super Carry
LEE .311 | 100gr | LEE Mold 311-100-2R 100gr
Subsonic Loads — Alliant UNIQUE
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Alliant UNIQUE.
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid Target 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.30-06 Spring.
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
.30-06 Spring.
Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
MAKER .308 | 200gr | MAKER 200 Grain .308 Expanding Subsonic Blackout Bullets 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
MAKER .308 | 220gr | MAKER 300 blackout 220gr
.30-06 Spring.
Peregrine .308 | 155gr | Peregrine Subsonic 155gr
.30-06 Spring.
Reichenberg .308 | 154gr | Reichenberg HDB Subsonic 154gr
.30-06 Spring.
Reichenberg .308 | 200gr | Reichenberg Subsonic 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
Sierra .308 | 220gr | Sierra MatchKing 220gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 95gr | AERO SUB-I,- smax:11.30 95gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 115gr | AERO SUB,- smax:11.40 115gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 190gr | AERO SUB,- smax:23.90 190gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Barnes .308 | 180gr | Barnes MRX BT 180gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Ferrobull Europe .308 | 180gr | Ferrobull Tripple Expand Jagd 180gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
Community Subsonic Loads — Alliant UNIQUE
Sample load data calculated with Alliant UNIQUE.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .314 | 90gr | Hornady SWC | 3.0 | 6.0 | 1.48 | 19.0 | 26,977 (60%) | 1115 | |
| .357 | 125gr | Hornady XTP | 4.0 | ••.• | 1.15 | 12.0 | 16,894 (97%) | 909 | |
| .401 | 180gr | ACME FP-NLG COATED | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.14 | 21.5 | 29,602 (91%) | 1047 | |
| .401 | 180gr | ACME FP-NLG COATED | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.14 | 21.5 | 27,456 (84%) | 1014 | |
| .43 | 240gr | Rim Rock SWC | 4.0 | ••.• | 1.61 | 39.5 | 24,410 (60%) | 988 | |
| .452 | 200gr | LEE Mold 452-200-SWC | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.25 | 25.0 | 17,651 (94%) | 968 | |
| .452 | 200gr | LEE Mold 452-200-SWC | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.25 | 25.0 | 16,940 (90%) | 955 | |
| .452 | 230gr | Speer Lead RN | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.24 | 25.0 | 17,260 (92%) | 876 | |
| .355 | 147gr | Hornady XTP | 4.0 | ••.• | 1.17 | 13.8 | 26,760 (79%) | 974 | |
| .355 | 147gr | Hornady XTP | 4.0 | ••.• | 1.17 | 13.8 | 24,207 (71%) | 938 |
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