Reload Swiss RS20 was developed many years ago on behalf of the Swiss Army specifically for 9mm Luger pistol ammunition. Since its introduction, it has proven to be a highly effective and versatile propellant, delivering excellent performance in a variety of different pistol calibers. It is a porous, extruded single-base flake propellant based on nitrocellulose.
Key Features:
- Versatile Pistol Powder: Originally developed for the 9mm Luger, it performs exceptionally well in a wide range of standard pistol calibers.
- Consistent Performance: Manufactured with tight batch-to-batch tolerances (v5 +/- 12 m/s, pmax +/- 250 bar) for reliable and repeatable results.
- Excellent Stability: When stored properly in its original sealed container, the propellant has a safe service life of up to ten years.
- Swiss Quality: Developed and manufactured by Reload Swiss, known for high-quality, clean-burning propellants.
Common Applications / Standard Calibers:
- 9mm Luger
- .38 Special
- .40 S&W
- 7.62×25 Tokarev
- 7.65 Parabellum
Technical Specifications:
Characteristic | Value |
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Heat of Explosion | ca. 4,100 J/g |
Bulk Density | ca. 670 g/l |
Flake Dimensions (L x W) | ca. 1.1 x 1.1 mm |
Flake Thickness | ca. 0.3 mm |
Available Packaging | 500g Can, 4kg Drum |