Description
Vihtavuori N135 is a medium burn rate rifle propellant, positioned as an optimal choice for a variety of standard caliber applications. Especially well-suited for cartridges such as .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and .223 Remington, N135 provides versatility for reloaders aiming to optimize performance across medium to heavy bullet weights. Its extruded tubular form ensures consistent metering, making it a reliable choice for reloaders focused on precision and accuracy. Renowned for its exceptional temperature stability, N135 maintains consistent velocities and pressures across a wide range of environmental conditions, enhancing uniformity in performance. This characteristic is particularly advantageous for competitive shooters or hunters who require reliability in varied climates. In load development, N135's predictable behavior supports fine-tuning to achieve maximal ballistic efficiency, while its clean-burning properties reduce fouling, aiding in straightforward maintenance and longer barrel life. Vihtavuori's reputation for consistency and quality has secured N135 a respected status within the handloading community, offering both novice and experienced reloaders a propellant that marries reliable performance with meticulous Scandinavian craftsmanship.
Specifications
Burn Rate
4.2 (Medium)
Bulk Density
0.870 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 — Vihtavuori N135
Verified load data combinations using Vihtavuori N135.
.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
.17 Rem. Fireball
Hornady .172 | 25gr | Hornady V-MAX 25gr
.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
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 24gr | Hornady NTX 24gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 32gr | Hornady V-MAX 32gr
Subsonic Loads — Vihtavuori N135
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Vihtavuori N135.
.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 — Vihtavuori N135
Sample load data calculated with Vihtavuori N135.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 20.0 | 25.2 | 2.23 | 34.0 | 46,818 (90%) | 2733 | |
| .224 | 35gr | Hornady V-MAX | 24.8 | 35.5 | 2.35 | 43.5 | 42,264 (72%) | 3904 | |
| .224 | 35gr | Hornady V-MAX | 24.8 | 33.8 | 2.35 | 43.5 | 36,013 (61%) | 3734 | |
| .224 | 40gr | Hornady V-MAX | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.35 | 43.5 | 48,950 (83%) | 3684 | |
| .224 | 50gr | Hornady SP | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.35 | 43.5 | 39,262 (67%) | 3330 | |
| .224 | 52gr | Hornady ELD Match | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.35 | 43.5 | 47,935 (82%) | 3317 | |
| .224 | 52gr | Hornady ELD Match | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.45 | 43.5 | 45,905 (78%) | 3278 | |
| .224 | 60gr | Hornady Varmint | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.35 | 43.5 | 48,154 (82%) | 3136 | |
| .224 | 53gr | Hornady V-MAX | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.25 | 30.0 | 39,073 (71%) | 3028 | |
| .224 | 55gr | CamPro FMJ SBT | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 43,163 (78%) | 3022 | |
| .224 | 53gr | Hornady V-MAX | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 38,754 (70%) | 3022 | |
| .224 | 50gr | Hornady ECX | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 41,466 (75%) | 2995 | |
| .223 | 55gr | Merlin Virtus | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 41,392 (75%) | 2940 | |
| .224 | 55gr | Barnes TTSX BT | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 41,640 (76%) | 2874 | |
| .224 | 55gr | CamPro FMJ SBT | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 38,986 (71%) | 2871 | |
| .224 | 55gr | CamPro FMJ SBT | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 35,897 (65%) | 2854 | |
| .223 | 55gr | Merlin Virtus | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 34,695 (63%) | 2831 | |
| .224 | 69gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKing | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.2 | 49,545 (90%) | 2828 |
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