Vihtavuori N120 Rifle Powder - 1 lb
Fast-burning rifle powder ideal for small calibers, light bullets, and short-barrel rifles. Tiny grain size ensures excellent metering in powder measures. Popular with target shooters and small game hunters.
Vihtavuori N120 Rifle Powder
Vihtavuori N120 is a fast-burning rifle powder engineered for precision shooters who demand consistency and reliability. Originally designated N21, this powder has earned its reputation through decades of use by competitive shooters and military applications.
Best Applications
N120 excels in:
- Small-caliber rifles with light bullets
- Short-barrel rifles where velocity optimization is critical
- .222 Remington and 7.62×39 cartridges
- Short-range target shooting
- Small game hunting
Technical Characteristics
Burning Speed: Fast on the Vihtavuori scale—slightly slower than N110, requiring higher pressures to achieve optimal combustion.
Grain Size: The smallest in Vihtavuori's rifle powder lineup at just 0.8mm length and 0.6mm diameter. This diminutive size delivers significant practical advantages.
Why Shooters Choose N120
The tiny grain structure makes N120 exceptionally easy to meter in powder measures, reducing variability between charges. This consistency translates directly to tighter shot groups and more predictable ballistics—essential for competitive shooters and hunters alike.
Whether you're loading for precision rifle competition or preparing ammunition for small game, Vihtavuori N120 provides the performance and ease of use that serious reloaders demand.
