Uses
When it comes to applications, RS52 propellant is comparable to our RS50. In short, it is a typical 308 Win. powder, featuring an outstanding pressure/velocity ratio and flat temperature behaviour.
Standard calibres
.308 Win.
.30 - 06 Spring. with lightweight bullets
6 mm BR Norma
7 mm - 08 Rem.
8 x 57 IS
Powder type
RS52 is an extruded, single-based propellant powder based on nitrocellulose. A unique impregnation method using nitroglycerine assures top performance.
Verification tolerances
Batch-to-batch tolerance:
v5 ±12 m/s
pmax ±250 bar
Key characteristics
Heat of explosion approx. 3,900 J/g
Bulk density approx. 950 g/l
Grain diameter approx. 0.75 mm
Grain length approx. 1.1 mm