Vihtavuori N560 Rifle Powder 1 lb
Slow-burning magnum rifle powder designed for large calibers like .270 Winchester, 7mm Remington Magnum, .338 Lapua Magnum, and .416 Rigby. Delivers higher velocities at safe pressures for long-range hunting and precision shooting.
High-Energy Magnum Powder for Serious Riflemen
Vihtavuori N560 is a slow-burning rifle powder engineered specifically for large and magnum calibers where maximum velocity and energy are essential. This is powder for shooters who demand performance in demanding applications.
Ideal Calibers
- .270 Winchester
- 7mm Remington Magnum
- 7mm Weatherby Magnum
- .338 Lapua Magnum (with bullets 250 grains or lighter)
- .416 Rigby
- Other large-bore rifle cartridges
Technical Specifications
Grain Type: Tubular
Grain Dimensions: 14mm length × 12mm diameter
Burn Rate: Slow (positioned between N160 and N165 on Vihtavuori's burn rate scale)
Energy Content: Enhanced with added nitroglycerine for superior energy density compared to standard powders
Performance Advantages
N560 delivers measurably higher muzzle velocities than comparable powders at identical pressure levels. This means you achieve superior ballistic performance without exceeding safe pressure limits—a critical advantage for precision shooting and long-range hunting.
The high loading density accommodates the large charge weights necessary for magnum cartridges, making N560 the logical choice for hunters and precision shooters who refuse to compromise on velocity or consistency.
Best Applications
N560 excels in big game hunting, long-range precision shooting, and sniper ammunition applications where larger caliber rifles demand uncompromising performance. Its characteristics make it particularly valuable in extended-range hunting scenarios where every foot-per-second of velocity matters.
