
Description
Vihtavuori's N350 is a medium burn rate powder notably recognized within the handloading community for its applicability in a wide range of handgun calibers. This double-base powder, formulated primarily for pistols, offers outstanding versatility for those crafting precision-loaded ammunition. Its physical form, a fine granule structure, ensures excellent metering characteristics, providing consistent charge weights in progressive reloaders. N350 is celebrated for its temperature stability which reduces variations in performance across different environmental conditions, making it an excellent choice for competitors and precision shooters. Typical applications of N350 include popular calibers such as 9mm Luger, .38 Special, and .40 S&W, with potential for use in .357 Magnum, allowing handloaders to achieve optimal velocity and accuracy. When developing loads, careful attention to starting loads and gradual increments towards maximum specifications is advisable due to its medium burn characteristic. Vihtavuori's reputation for high-quality, reliable propellants ensures that N350 remains a top choice among experienced reloaders seeking precision and reliability in their ammunition crafting endeavors.
Specifications
Burn Rate
7 (Medium-Fast)
Bulk Density
0.660 g/cm³
Density
1.420 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 N350
Verified load data combinations using Vihtavuori N350.
.30 Super Carry
CamPro .312 | 115gr | CamPro FP 115gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC 90gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC KB Match 90gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 100gr | H&N WC KB Match 100gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N WC HS Match 100gr
.30 Super Carry
Rim Rock .313 | 100gr | Rim Rock DEWC 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
ACME .313 | 100gr | ACME RN COATED 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
Berry's .312 | 71gr | Berry's Round Nose 71gr
.327 Federal Mag.
CamPro .312 | 115gr | CamPro FP 115gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .311 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .309 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC 90gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC KB Match 90gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 100gr | H&N WC KB Match 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 100gr | H&N WC F Match 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N RN HS 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N WC HS Match 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
Lapua .314 | 83gr | Lapua Lead Wadcutter 83gr
Subsonic Loads — Vihtavuori N350
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Vihtavuori N350.
.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 | 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
.300 AAC Blackout
Barnes .308 | 180gr | Barnes MRX BT 180gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Ferrobull Europe .308 | 180gr | Ferrobull Tripple Expand Jagd 180gr
Community Loads — Vihtavuori N350
Sample load data calculated with Vihtavuori N350.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .357 | 158gr | Sierra JSP FN | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 42,482 (98%) | 1683 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Sierra JSP FN | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 38,072 (87%) | 1634 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Sierra JSP FN | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.58 | 25.6 | 37,826 (87%) | 1598 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Sierra Sports Master | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 35,375 (81%) | 1591 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Sierra JSP FN | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 33,721 (77%) | 1585 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Sellier & Bellot SP | 22.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 39,059 (90%) | 1575 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Sellier & Bellot SP | 22.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 35,070 (81%) | 1562 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Sellier & Bellot SP | 5.5 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 39,059 (90%) | 1293 | |
| .357 | 158gr | LOS FP | 3.9 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 40,553 (93%) | 1224 | |
| .357 | 158gr | LOS HP | 6.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 29,022 (67%) | 1211 | |
| .357 | 158gr | LOS FP | 3.9 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 38,711 (89%) | 1204 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Fiocchi SJSP | 4.0 | 9.0 | 1.59 | 25.6 | 37,695 (87%) | 1191 | |
| .357 | 158gr | LOS FP | 3.9 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 35,926 (83%) | 1175 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Nosler JHP | 4.0 | ••.• | 1.58 | 25.6 | 37,521 (86%) | 1168 | |
| .355 | 115gr | Nosler FMJ | 5.3 | ••.• | 1.14 | 19.5 | 38,537 (87%) | 1529 | |
| .355 | 115gr | Nosler FMJ | 5.3 | ••.• | 1.14 | 20.0 | 36,230 (82%) | 1512 | |
| .355 | 115gr | Nosler FMJ | 5.3 | ••.• | 1.14 | 19.5 | 32,663 (74%) | 1450 | |
| .355 | 115gr | Nosler FMJ | 5.3 | ••.• | 1.14 | 20.0 | 30,821 (70%) | 1434 |
Community Subsonic Loads — Vihtavuori N350
Sample load data calculated with Vihtavuori N350.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .357 | 158gr | LOS FP | 3.9 | 8.5 | 1.59 | 25.6 | 31,691 (73%) | 1125 | |
| .357 | 158gr | LOS HP | 6.0 | ••.• | 1.59 | 25.6 | 22,829 (52%) | 1112 | |
| .357 | 158gr | LOS FP | 3.9 | 7.5 | 1.59 | 25.6 | 24,439 (56%) | 1020 | |
| .400 | 180gr | Hornady FMJ FP | 5.3 | ••.• | 1.13 | 20.5 | 23,641 (72%) | 1037 | |
| .400 | 180gr | Hornady FMJ FP | 5.3 | ••.• | 1.13 | 20.5 | 22,075 (68%) | 1010 | |
| .410 | 210gr | Hornady XTP | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.15 | 21.6 | 26,266 (80%) | 935 | |
| .400 | 180gr | Hornady FMJ FP | 4.6 | ••.• | 1.26 | 25.4 | 23,931 (64%) | 1079 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Sellier & Bellot FMJ | 6.0 | ••.• | 1.17 | 13.8 | 18,652 (55%) | 1063 |
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