Description
Lovex D073.5 is a versatile propellant powder known for its medium burn rate, making it an excellent choice for a range of rifle loads. Its burn rate, quantified at 2.8, positions it ideally for mid-range velocities, catering especially to medium-caliber cartridges. Designed in a spherical granular form, D073.5 boasts superior metering properties, offering precision in case filling and consistency across charges. Temperature stability is a hallmark of this powder, ensuring reliable performance in varied environmental conditions. It is particularly well-suited for calibers such as .223 Remington, .308 Winchester, and similar cartridges where balanced pressure and burn characteristics are desired. For handloaders, Lovex D073.5 provides the dual advantages of consistent performance and adaptability, particularly when fine-tuning loads for both target shooting and hunting applications. A robust choice for reloaders, it facilitates load development with predictable pressure curves and uniform velocity outcomes, contributing to its favorable reputation in the handloading community.
Specifications
Burn Rate
5.2 (Medium)
Bulk Density
0.987 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 D073.5
Verified load data combinations using Lovex D073.5.
.17 Rem.
Berger .172 | 25gr | Berger Varmint 25gr
.17 Rem.
Hornady .172 | 25gr | Hornady V-MAX 25gr
.17 Rem.
Impala Bullets .172 | 22gr | Impala LW CFN 22gr
.17 Rem.
Peregrine .172 | 22gr | Peregrine VLR-5 22gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 35gr | Berger FB Varmint 35gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 32gr | Hornady V-MAX 32gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 40gr | Hornady V-MAX 40gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.20 BR
Impala Bullets .204 | 30gr | Impala LW CFN 30gr
.20 BR
Impala Bullets .204 | 30gr | Impala LWHV LS 30gr
.20 BR
Lehigh Defense .204 | 28gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos 28gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Lead Free 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon HP 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler CT Ballistic Silvertip RN 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 40gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 40gr
Subsonic Loads — Lovex D073.5
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Lovex D073.5.
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid Target 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical 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
.308 Win.
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.308 Win.
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
.308 Win.
Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr
Community Loads — Lovex D073.5
Sample load data calculated with Lovex D073.5.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 55gr | Prvi Partizan FMJ BT | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 50,937 (93%) | 3045 | |
| .224 | 55gr | Prvi Partizan FMJ BT | 20.1 | 24.7 | 2.26 | 30.0 | 40,248 (73%) | 2838 | |
| .224 | 70gr | Berger VLD Target | 22.0 | 23.0 | 2.26 | 30.0 | 45,165 (82%) | 2700 | |
| .224 | 70gr | Berger VLD Target | 22.0 | 21.0 | 2.26 | 30.0 | 34,403 (63%) | 2487 | |
| .308 | 159gr | Hasler ARIETE | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.79 | 53.9 | 66,543 (111%) | 2753 | |
| .308 | 148gr | Hasler ARIETE | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.79 | 53.9 | 56,855 (94%) | 2749 | |
| .308 | 159gr | Hasler ARIETE | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.79 | 53.9 | 61,670 (102%) | 2717 | |
| .308 | 159gr | Hasler ARIETE | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.79 | 53.9 | 60,930 (101%) | 2707 | |
| .224 | 50gr | Sellier & Bellot SPSemiSp | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.36 | 34.0 | 38,464 (70%) | 3074 | |
| .323 | 196gr | Norma VULKAN | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.03 | 65.9 | 54,012 (95%) | 2507 | |
| .323 | 196gr | Norma VULKAN | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.03 | 65.9 | 52,576 (93%) | 2487 | |
| .323 | 196gr | Norma VULKAN | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.03 | 65.9 | 51,764 (92%) | 2474 | |
| .323 | 196gr | Norma VULKAN | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.03 | 65.9 | 49,472 (87%) | 2441 | |
| .323 | 196gr | Norma VULKAN | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.03 | 65.9 | 48,443 (86%) | 2428 | |
| .323 | 196gr | Norma VULKAN | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.23 | 63.0 | 47,877 (85%) | 2421 | |
| .366 | 184gr | RWS Evolution Green | 25.6 | ••.• | 3.33 | 88.0 | 58,682 (92%) | 3097 |
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