Explosia/Lovex Powders

[Hondo 60]

I found this data on https://shootersworldpowder.com/reloading-guide/
So I thought I'd post this.
I'm new to these powders, but so far Cleanshot has reloaded very well.
I had consistent powder drops, but haven't been to the range yet.

Canister Name vs Lovex Number

SPARTA 100 is exactly the same as D013
CLEAN SHOT is exactly the same as D032-03
AUTO PISTOL is exactly the same as D036-03
ULTIMATE PISTOL is exactly the same as D036-07
MAJOR PISTOL is exactly the same as D037-01
HEAVY PISTOL is exactly the same as D37-02
BLACKOUT is exactly the same as D063-02
UTILITY RIFLE is exactly the same as D073-01
AR PLUS is exactly the same as D037-04
MATCH RIFLE is exactly the same as D073-06
COWBOYis exactly the same as D060-01

 

[Texas10mm]

Since the Lovex powders aren't imported under the Lovex brand that info really doesn't help much.

Shooter's World imports Lovex and gives them names.

 

[Hooda Thunkit]

Actually, Lovex powder data is easier to find, and more complete than Shooters World data. So, knowing the direct crossover of Lovex/Shooters World powder can be helpful.

Although, the Lovex data is CIP rather than SAAMI, so some of the max loads may be a bit more stout than what the US makers show.

 

[wbbh]

I like their line of powders, especially since I can buy them locally.

 

[Bat Rastard]

I have been using sw4350 and loving it.
I will try their flavor of Varget (Precision Rifle) when I run out of Varget.

 

[WelshShooter]

Since the Lovex powders aren't imported under the Lovex brand that info really doesn't help much.

Shooter's World imports Lovex and gives them names.

There's also a lot of info that shows what the equivalent Accurate naming was (eg Lovex D032 is Accurate No2). This way you can compare powders between Shooters World and Accurate

 

[Hondo 60]

Since the Lovex powders aren't imported under the Lovex brand that info really doesn't help much.

It helped me because I found data for D032-03.
So I had to know what powder it was equal to (Cleanshot).
Or was it?
Without the above info data for D032-03, it wouldn't have been a bit helpful.

So for me, it WAS very helpful.

Just my 2¢ worth. YMMV

 

[Otto]

It helped me because I found data for D032-03.
So I had to know what powder it was equal to (Cleanshot).
Or was it?
Without the above info data for D032-03, it wouldn't have been a bit helpful.

So for me, it WAS very helpful.

Just my 2¢ worth. YMMV

Regarding Cleanshot...aka. D032
The Lovex reload guide list 3.5gr -- 4.1gr. for a 115gr FMJ 9mm
The Shooters World guide list 4.0 -- 4.7gr. for a 115gr FMJ 9mm
.
So which guide are you using?

 

[packetloss]

I would only use those loads as a guideline. The lovex guide lists a COL of 1.169 (29.69mm) for the 115gr FMJ.

Probably best to start 10% low and work up from there.

Also the Lovex guide I just downloaded has 3.9-4.3 for clean shot for a 115 gr FMJ.
D032 0.250 3.9 325 1066 0.280 4.3 375 1230 2340 33900

I believe you were looking at the 115 L bullet. Not sure what L means as they also have LRN which I would assume is lead round nose. Scroll down further on the page and after they get to 153 grains it goes back to 100 and then 115. Must be a European thing, I have no idea why they would break up the data and not sort it.

 

[packetloss]

There's also a lot of info that shows what the equivalent Accurate naming was (eg Lovex D032 is Accurate No2). This way you can compare powders between Shooters World and Accurate

Keep in mind Clean Shot IS Lovex D032. It's "similar" in burn rate to Tightgroup but not the same.

Supposedly it is exactly the same powder as AA#2 (as in made in the same factory). You can also check out the Western reloading guide PDF. I think it's pretty good.
https://blog.westernpowders.com/newest-reloading-data/

ACCURATE NO. 2
90 HDY XTP 4.8 1,214 5.4 1,293 34,863 1.070
90 SF RHFP 4.3 1,080 4.8 1,200 34,620 1.120
95 BARNES TAC-XP 4.2 1,083 4.7 1,158 34,754 1.160
100 SF RHFP 4.0 978 4.4 1,087 34,270 1.120
115 NOSLER JHP 4.2 1,016 4.7 1,077 34,725 1.077
115 SIERRA FMJ 3.7 971 4.6 1,088 34,202 1.100
115 BARNES XPB 4.1 905 4.6 1,005 33,330 1.160
115 (P) BERRY RNDS 4.2 1,043 4.7 1,103 34,853 1.130
115 (P) RAIN HP 3.7 977 4.4 1,034 34,550 1.100
115 (P) RAIN RN 4.2 1,023 4.7 1,100 34,695 1.140
115 (L) LC RN 3.9 1,055 4.4 1,109 34,808 1.070
124 HDY XTP 3.3 877 3.6 938 34,518 1.060
124 REM GS 4.3 989 4.8 1,054 34,859 1.145
124 SPEER GDHP 3.9 917 4.3 989 34,347 1.105

 

[Demi-human]

I think I’d rather have Lovex than an Explosia.

 

[Texas10mm]

I would only use those loads as a guideline. The lovex guide lists a COL of 1.169 (29.69mm) for the 115gr FMJ.

Probably best to start 10% low and work up from there.

Also the Lovex guide I just downloaded has 3.9-4.3 for clean shot for a 115 gr FMJ.
D032 0.250 3.9 325 1066 0.280 4.3 375 1230 2340 33900

I believe you were looking at the 115 L bullet. Not sure what L means as they also have LRN which I would assume is lead round nose. Scroll down further on the page and after they get to 153 grains it goes back to 100 and then 115. Must be a European thing, I have no idea why they would break up the data and not sort it.

L and the gray color are lead bullets in the Lovex guide.

 

[right winger]

I’ve bought and tried so far tactical rifle in 5.56 loads, precision rifle in 308, and major pistol in 40 sw. They all worked for me and I’m pleased with the clean burn and price. I’ll be buying more for sure.