VECTAN Reloading Data

Vectan load data refers to the official reloading information published for Vectan smokeless powders, manufactured by Nobel Sport in France. Vectan powders are widely used in Europe and include well-known series such as the Tubal rifle powders (e.g., Tubal 3000, 5000, 7000) and the Ba pistol and shotgun powders (e.g., Ba9, Ba10). The load data provides pressure-tested minimum and maximum charge weights for a range of rifle, handgun, and shotgun cartridges.

Vectan’s published tables typically list bullet weight, cartridge overall length (when applicable), powder charge ranges, and expected velocities. Data is developed according to CIP standards, which are commonly used in European proof systems. The rifle data often focuses on traditional European calibers alongside popular international cartridges, while the handgun data supports widely used service and sport calibers.

Compared to some larger international reloading manuals, Vectan’s data sets are often concise and powder-specific, concentrating exclusively on combinations validated for Vectan propellants. Reloaders use these tables as a primary reference when working with Vectan powders, beginning with published starting charges and carefully developing loads while observing standard safety practices.