Description
Lovex S065 is a medium to slow-burning powder ideal for a range of rifle cartridges, providing versatility for reloaders who seek consistent performance. This tubular extruded powder is known for its excellent metering properties, ensuring uniform charge weights vital for precision shooting. S065's temperature stability makes it a reliable choice for varying environmental conditions, maintaining performance integrity from one season to the next. Reloaders often pair S065 with popular calibers such as .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and 6.5x55 Swedish, where it delivers superior velocity and accuracy. During load development, careful attention to S065's burn rate is crucial to optimize pressure and velocity levels, ensuring safe and effective loads. Its intrinsic consistency allows for predictable performance, a significant advantage for target shooters and hunters alike. Lovex is well-regarded within the handloading community for its quality control and innovative formulations, making S065 a trusted option in crafting customized ammunition that meets specific shooting requirements.
Specifications
Burn Rate
3.4 (Medium-Slow)
Bulk Density
0.900 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 S065
Verified load data combinations using Lovex S065.
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.22 ARC
Sierra .224 | 90gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKinging 90gr
.22 ARC (bolt action)
Sierra .224 | 90gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKinging 90gr
.22 BR Rem.
Berger .224 | 82gr | Berger LTB 82gr
.22 Creedmoor
A-Square .224 | 72gr | A-Square e 72gr
.22 Creedmoor
Armscor .224 | 62gr | Armscor FMJ BT 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 50gr | Barnes XLC S 50gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .204 | 50gr | Barnes Varminator HP FB 50gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 50gr | Barnes Varmint Grenade FB 50gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 50gr | Barnes X S 50gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 50gr | Barnes TSX BT 50gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 50gr | Barnes VLC S 50gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 50gr | Barnes Solid Spitz 50gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 52gr | Barnes Match Burner BT 52gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 53gr | Barnes X S 53gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 53gr | Barnes TAC-X 53gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 53gr | Barnes XLC S 53gr
Subsonic Loads — Lovex S065
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Lovex S065.
.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 | 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
.308 Win.
Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr
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