Description
Lovex D037.2 is a versatile propellant powder with a fast burn rate of 5.3, making it an optimal choice for handgun and pistol loads. Its quick ignition and efficient combustion characteristics are well-suited for standard pistol cartridges, providing consistent pressures and velocities across a range of calibers. The powder form of D037.2 is small, spherical, which contributes to excellent metering properties in volumetric powder measures, ensuring precise and repeatable charges. Experienced reloaders will appreciate its remarkable temperature stability, maintaining performance across varied environmental conditions. Popular caliber pairings include 9mm Luger, .38 Special, and .45 ACP, where it excels in producing clean-burning and accurate loads. When developing loads, users should account for its fast burn rate by adhering closely to established load data to avoid overpressure. Lovex's reputation for producing high-quality, reliable powders is well regarded, and D037.2’s efficiency, ease of use, and performance consistency make it a preferred choice among dedicated handloaders seeking optimized handgun loads.
Specifications
Burn Rate
6.2 (Medium-Fast)
Bulk Density
0.986 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):
Standard Loads — Lovex D037.2
Verified load data combinations using Lovex D037.2.
Subsonic Loads — Lovex D037.2
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Lovex D037.2.
.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.
Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr
.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
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