Description
Reload Swiss RS 60 is a high-performance rifle powder known for its medium burn rate, making it especially suitable for a broad range of rifle calibers. This propellant is often favored for applications where both power and precision are paramount, allowing it to excel in calibers such as 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, and 7mm Remington Magnum. RS 60 is extruded in form, facilitating smooth and consistent metering through most powder measures, an essential feature for achieving uniform loads. In terms of temperature stability, RS 60 is engineered to maintain consistent performance across a wide range of conditions, minimizing the effects of external temperature fluctuations on velocity and pressure. This stability is a significant advantage for those pursuing extreme accuracy, particularly in varying field conditions. For load development, RS 60's versatility allows for a broad range of charge weights, from moderate to maximum loads, thus enabling reloaders to fine-tune performance to specific firearms. Reload Swiss is highly regarded within the handloading community for producing powders that deliver reliability and precision, making RS 60 a trustworthy choice for those who demand superior ballistic performance.
Specifications
Burn Rate
2.8 (Medium-Slow)
Bulk Density
0.965 g/cm³
Density
1.610 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 — ReloadSwiss RS 60
Verified load data combinations using ReloadSwiss RS 60.
.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
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon HP 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 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon 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
.20 BR
Speer .204 | 39gr | Speer TNT 39gr
Subsonic Loads — ReloadSwiss RS 60
Verified subsonic load data combinations using ReloadSwiss RS 60.
.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 — ReloadSwiss RS 60
Sample load data calculated with ReloadSwiss RS 60.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .243 | 105gr | Lapua Naturalis | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.71 | 54.0 | 80,133 (133%) | 3392 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Lapua Naturalis | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.71 | 54.0 | 80,133 (133%) | 3297 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Lapua Naturalis | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.71 | 54.0 | 76,217 (127%) | 3261 | |
| .243 | 77gr | IBEX TRD | 23.6 | 43.0 | 2.71 | 54.0 | 51,285 (85%) | 3241 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Lapua Naturalis | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.71 | 54.0 | 64,107 (107%) | 3225 | |
| .243 | 85gr | Nosler Partition | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.66 | 54.0 | 51,793 (86%) | 3143 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Lapua Naturalis | 23.6 | 42.0 | 2.71 | 54.0 | 55,376 (92%) | 3110 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Lapua Naturalis | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.71 | 54.0 | 55,376 (92%) | 3009 | |
| .243 | 100gr | Speer Grand Slam | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.64 | 54.0 | 49,761 (83%) | 2900 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Geco SOFTPOINT | 23.6 | 40.0 | 2.71 | 54.0 | 50,125 (83%) | 2844 | |
| .277 | 130gr | Fox Classic Hunter | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.23 | 67.0 | 57,914 (93%) | 3100 | |
| .277 | 129gr | Barnes LRX BT | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.30 | 67.0 | 56,391 (90%) | 3094 | |
| .277 | 140gr | Sierra GameKing | 22.4 | ••.• | 3.20 | 67.0 | 66,848 (107%) | 3064 | |
| .277 | 145gr | Fox Classic Hunter | 22.4 | ••.• | 3.29 | 67.0 | 59,901 (96%) | 2923 | |
| .277 | 130gr | Fox Classic Hunter | 22.4 | ••.• | 3.20 | 67.0 | 48,726 (78%) | 2910 | |
| .277 | 145gr | Fox Classic Hunter | 22.4 | ••.• | 3.29 | 67.0 | 58,059 (93%) | 2900 | |
| .308 | 181gr | RWS UNI Classic | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.43 | 75.0 | 53,461 (91%) | 2772 | |
| .308 | 181gr | RWS UNI Classic | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.43 | 75.0 | 50,807 (86%) | 2736 |
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