Description
Lovex S062 is a medium burn rate rifle powder, meticulously engineered for handloaders seeking precision in various rifle cartridge applications. Its burn rate is ideally suited for mid-sized calibers, making it a popular choice for reloaders fine-tuning loads for calibers such as .308 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield. The propellant features a single-base composition with a fine grain structure, lending itself to excellent metering properties, ensuring consistent loads and tight groupings. Lovex S062 exhibits stable performance across a range of temperatures, offering reliable ignition characteristics even in variable climatic conditions. This attribute facilitates consistent velocities and pressures, aiding in predictable shot placement, which is critical for precision shooting. When developing loads, reloaders will appreciate S062's versatility and the extensive load data available from Lovex, which supports comprehensive load experimentation tailored to individual firearms and shooting disciplines. The powder's consistency and ease of measuring make it an exceptional choice for those seeking to maximize the accuracy and efficiency of their rifle ammunition.
Specifications
Burn Rate
4.2 (Medium)
Bulk Density
0.895 g/cm³
Density
1.600 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 S062
Verified load data combinations using Lovex S062.
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 35gr | Berger FB Varmint 35gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.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
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon HP 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler CT Ballistic Silvertip RN 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 40gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Peregrine .204 | 34gr | Peregrine VLR-4 34gr
.20 BR
Peregrine .204 | 36gr | Peregrine VLR-5 36gr
.20 BR
Sierra .204 | 32gr | Sierra BlitzKing 32gr
.20 BR
Sierra .204 | 36gr | Sierra Spitzer (SPT) 36gr
.20 BR
Sierra .204 | 39gr | Sierra Tipped VarmintKing 39gr
.20 BR
Speer .204 | 32gr | Speer TNT Green 32gr
Subsonic Loads — Lovex S062
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Lovex S062.
.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 S062
Sample load data calculated with Lovex S062.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .277 | 150gr | Sellier & Bellot SP | 22.0 | 47.0 | 3.20 | 67.0 | 59,045 (95%) | 2730 | |
| .308 | 165gr | Hornady SST InterLock | 20.1 | 44.0 | 2.80 | 56.0 | 57,680 (96%) | 2618 | |
| .308 | 165gr | Hornady SST InterLock | 20.1 | 44.0 | 2.80 | 56.0 | 56,981 (95%) | 2612 | |
| .228 | 71gr | RWS TMS | 21.7 | ••.• | 2.51 | 35.0 | 45,440 (95%) | 2805 | |
| .228 | 71gr | RWS TMS | 21.7 | ••.• | 2.51 | 35.0 | 36,651 (77%) | 2621 | |
| .243 | 90gr | Nosler Expansion Tip | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.83 | 51.5 | 52,098 (84%) | 3041 | |
| .264 | 140gr | Sellier & Bellot SP | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.80 | 53.8 | 58,349 (92%) | 2690 | |
| .284 | 180gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.02 | 61.0 | 56,543 (100%) | 2490 | |
| .284 | 154gr | Hornady SST InterLock | 20.1 | ••.• | 3.07 | 60.0 | 44,309 (90%) | 2415 | |
| .323 | 175gr | Sierra Pro-Hunter | 21.7 | ••.• | 3.18 | 63.0 | 54,411 (96%) | 2703 | |
| .323 | 220gr | Sierra GameKing | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.18 | 63.0 | 51,661 (91%) | 2398 | |
| .323 | 220gr | Sierra GameKing | 21.7 | ••.• | 3.18 | 63.0 | 53,603 (95%) | 2382 | |
| .323 | 220gr | Sierra GameKing | 21.7 | ••.• | 3.18 | 63.0 | 51,671 (91%) | 2356 | |
| .366 | 270gr | Speer Spitzer Soft Point | 19.7 | ••.• | 3.37 | 75.0 | 56,289 (100%) | 2395 | |
| .366 | 270gr | Speer Spitzer Soft Point | 19.7 | ••.• | 3.37 | 76.0 | 55,056 (97%) | 2385 |
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