Description
SP 10 by VECTAN is a propellant powder characterized by a medium burn rate and is specifically engineered for rifle loads. This powder is ideal for applications requiring efficient energy delivery in medium to high-velocity cartridges. The physical form of SP 10 ensures consistent metering, as it features a spherical grain structure that flows smoothly through powder dispensing equipment, contributing to uniform charge weights. Renowned for its temperature stability, SP 10 performs reliably across a range of environmental conditions, maintaining consistent pressure levels and velocity outputs. Popular caliber pairings include calibers such as .308 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield, where precision and repeatable performance are paramount. In load development, SP 10 offers handloaders the advantage of easy-to-tune pressures, facilitating a balance between maximum velocity and barrel life. VECTAN is respected within the reloading community for producing high-quality propellants, and SP 10 upholds this reputation with superior performance dynamics suited for competitive shooting or precision hunting applications.
Specifications
Burn Rate
5.2 (Medium)
Bulk Density
0.983 g/cm³
Density
1.640 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 — SNPE Vectan SP 10
Verified load data combinations using SNPE Vectan SP 10.
.17 Rem.
Berger .172 | 25gr | Berger Varmint 25gr
.17 Rem.
Hornady .172 | 20gr | Hornady V-MAX 20gr
.17 Rem.
Hornady .172 | 25gr | Hornady V-MAX 25gr
.17 Rem.
Impala Bullets .172 | 20gr | Impala LWHV LS 20gr
.17 Rem.
Impala Bullets .172 | 22gr | Impala LW CFN 22gr
.17 Rem.
Lehigh Defense .172 | 20gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos 20gr
.17 Rem.
Nosler .172 | 20gr | Nosler Varmageddon BTip 20gr
.17 Rem.
Nosler .172 | 20gr | Nosler Varmageddon 20gr
.17 Rem.
Peregrine .172 | 21gr | Peregrine VLR-4 21gr
.17 Rem.
Peregrine .172 | 22gr | Peregrine VLR-5 22gr
.17 Rem. Fireball
Berger .172 | 25gr | Berger Varmint 25gr
.20 BR
Barnes .204 | 20gr | Barnes Varminator HP FB 20gr
.20 BR
Barnes .204 | 26gr | Barnes Varmint Grenade FB 26gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 35gr | Berger FB Varmint 35gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 24gr | Hornady NTX 24gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 32gr | Hornady V-MAX 32gr
.20 BR
Impala Bullets .204 | 30gr | Impala LW CFN 30gr
Subsonic Loads — SNPE Vectan SP 10
Verified subsonic load data combinations using SNPE Vectan SP 10.
.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 — SNPE Vectan SP 10
Sample load data calculated with SNPE Vectan SP 10.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 55gr | Hornady FMJ BT | 16.3 | 25.9 | 2.26 | 30.5 | 52,214 (95%) | 2959 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 15.9 | ••.• | 2.40 | 28.8 | 72,867 (132%) | 2818 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 15.9 | ••.• | 2.40 | 28.8 | 63,193 (115%) | 2710 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 15.9 | 23.1 | 2.26 | 29.8 | 58,697 (107%) | 2651 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 15.9 | ••.• | 2.40 | 28.8 | 57,116 (104%) | 2631 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 15.9 | ••.• | 2.40 | 29.8 | 52,808 (96%) | 2585 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 15.9 | 22.0 | 2.40 | 28.8 | 49,081 (89%) | 2513 | |
| .308 | 110gr | Hornady V-MAX | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.74 | 56.0 | 57,885 (96%) | 3182 | |
| .308 | 152gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.80 | 56.0 | 76,377 (127%) | 2904 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady CX | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.78 | 55.6 | 64,614 (107%) | 2841 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady CX | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.78 | 56.0 | 63,454 (105%) | 2831 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady CX | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.82 | 56.0 | 63,266 (105%) | 2808 | |
| .308 | 140gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.80 | 56.0 | 56,202 (93%) | 2799 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady CX | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.86 | 56.0 | 61,598 (102%) | 2792 | |
| .308 | 155gr | Brenneke TAG | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.80 | 55.6 | 60,307 (100%) | 2749 | |
| .308 | 155gr | Brenneke TAG | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.80 | 56.0 | 59,074 (98%) | 2740 | |
| .308 | 152gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.80 | 56.0 | 59,321 (99%) | 2707 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 15.9 | ••.• | 2.26 | 28.8 | 64,223 (103%) | 2700 |
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