Description
Rottweil R 905 is a premium propellant powder revered among rifle reloaders for its slow burn rate characteristics, making it ideal for high-capacity rifle cartridges. This propellant's burn rate is classified as slow, which benefits longer barrels and enhances performance in magnum rifle loads. The powder is presented in an extruded form, ensuring consistent metering through most reloading equipment, making it suitable for precise and repeatable load development. R 905 is highly praised for its temperature stability, maintaining consistent performance across various environmental conditions which is crucial for hunters and competitive shooters pushing the limits of their rifles. This propriety formulation has shown remarkable compatibility with larger calibers such as the 300 Winchester Magnum and the 338 Lapua Magnum. With R 905, handloaders can expect a broad range of load development possibilities and optimized muzzle velocities while maintaining safe pressure levels. Rottweil's reputation for quality and consistency adds an additional layer of trust for those seeking precision and reliability in their reloading pursuits.
Specifications
Burn Rate
2 (Medium-Slow)
Bulk Density
0.913 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 — Rottweil R 905
Verified load data combinations using Rottweil R 905.
.22 Creedmoor
A-Square .224 | 72gr | A-Square e 72gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 77gr | Barnes Match Burner BT 77gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 77gr | Barnes LRX BT 77gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 78gr | Barnes TSX BT 78gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 85gr | Barnes Match Burner 85gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 70gr | Berger LTB 70gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 73gr | Berger BT Target 73gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 75gr | Berger VLD Target 75gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 77gr | Berger LTB 77gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 77gr | Berger OTM Tactical 77gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target 80gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 80.5gr | Berger Fullbore Target 80.5gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 82gr | Berger LTB 82gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 85.5gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target 85.5gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 90gr | Berger VLD LRBT 90gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 90gr | Berger VLD Target 90gr
.22 Creedmoor
Hornady .224 | 70gr | Hornady CX 70gr
.22 Creedmoor
Hornady .224 | 75gr | Hornady Match 75gr
Subsonic Loads — Rottweil R 905
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Rottweil R 905.
.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 | 190gr | AERO SUB,- smax:23.90 190gr
6.5 Creedmoor
Lehigh Defense .264 | 130gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos 130gr
6.5 Creedmoor
RWS .264 | 159gr | RWS TMR 159gr
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Berger .308 | 210gr | Berger VLD Target 210gr
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
Community Loads — Rottweil R 905
Sample load data calculated with Rottweil R 905.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .243 | 105gr | Geco SOFTPOINT | 23.6 | 43.0 | 2.60 | 54.0 | 53,751 (89%) | 2861 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Geco SOFTPOINT | 23.6 | 43.0 | 2.63 | 54.0 | 52,924 (88%) | 2851 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Geco SOFTPOINT | 23.6 | 43.0 | 2.71 | 54.0 | 50,952 (85%) | 2825 | |
| .308 | 180gr | AERO SB,- smax:20.90 | 25.0 | ••.• | 3.60 | 112.5 | 73,839 (114%) | 3123 | |
| .308 | 180gr | AERO SB,- smax:20.90 | 25.0 | ••.• | 3.60 | 114.5 | 66,921 (103%) | 3051 | |
| .308 | 180gr | AERO SB,- smax:20.90 | 25.0 | ••.• | 3.60 | 114.5 | 65,804 (101%) | 3038 | |
| .338 | 230gr | AERO SB,- smax:21.35 | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.60 | 110.0 | 69,720 (109%) | 2972 | |
| .474 | 500gr | Woodleigh RN SN | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.98 | 146.0 | 36,506 (93%) | 2126 | |
| .264 | 93gr | RWS Evolution Green | 25.4 | ••.• | 3.40 | 83.0 | 50,183 (89%) | 3386 | |
| .284 | 160gr | Speer Grand Slam | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.27 | 66.0 | 54,491 (91%) | 2779 |
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