Vihtavuori Powders

Rooted in over a century of Finnish manufacturing excellence, Vihtavuori smokeless powders are produced in Vihtavuori, Finland with uncompromising attention to safety, consistency, and performance. Our heritage is built on precision – and our commitment to quality continues to drive everything we do.

Here you’ll find product insights, reloading guidance, behind-the-scenes looks at our production, and stories from shooters around the world who trust Vihtavuori powders.

Engineered for consistency. Proven in performance. Trusted worldwide.


Vihtavuori Powders

Learn what separates Good Shooters from the great ones as Vihtavuori’s Francis Colon joins Caylen on Modern Day Sniper!

5 months ago | [YT] | 0

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If you’re looking for a highly educational, interesting conversation with one of the world’s best shooters, look no further! Tune in as US Rifle Team Shooter, Team Vihtavuori’s Ian Klemm Ian Klemm joins the studio to chat long-range shooting’s past and present.

5 months ago | [YT] | 0

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Team VV's Francis Colon in 500 yard BlackJack Challenge 26. Take a look!

5 months ago | [YT] | 0

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Just watched Tomas break down his go-to 7 mm PRC setup, and it’s a seriously impressive blend of precision and performance.

Setup: Lapua 7 mm PRC brass, 195gr Berger EOL bullet, Vihtavuori N565 powder, and a 27" barrel.



Results:

Charge range: 64.5–66.0 gr

Velocity: 854–872 m/s (2802–2867 fps)

SD: 1–3 m/s (3–10 fps)

ES: 2.4–7.3 m/s (8–24 fps)



That level of consistency is exactly what you want when pushing distances in real hunting conditions.



Have you tried Vihtavuori powders in your 7 mm PRC yet?

5 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Reloading safety starts with knowledge – and the right powder.

In this video, Vihtavuori R&D experts Taneli and Meeri walk you through five critical safety principles for working with Vihtavuori smokeless powders, filmed at our test shooting center in Finland.

You’ll learn:
1️⃣ Why smokeless powders must always be treated as explosives
2️⃣ Why mixing different powder types is dangerous
3️⃣ Why fast-burning powders don’t belong in slow-burning applications
4️⃣ The importance of following Vihtavuori’s tested reloading data
5️⃣ How to recognize and respond to overpressure signs

At Vihtavuori, every powder lot undergoes 150+ rigorous tests to ensure safety, consistency, and temperature stability – so you can focus on precision and performance.

7 months ago | [YT] | 1

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In the latest episode of the Johannes Thingnes Bø x Lapua Ammunition documentary series, Vihtavuori and Lapua come together to show how world-class performance is created from the inside out.
As Johannes Thingnes Bø continues his transition from Olympic biathlon to big game hunting, he and Rasmus Løberg take a closer look at high-performance ammunition design. All episodes of the series are now live!

#VihtavuoriPowders #LapuaAmmunition #LapuaTRX #TrueRangeExpanding #BallisticConsistency #PrecisionFromWithin #JohannesThingnesBø

8 months ago | [YT] | 2

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N100 vs N500: Which Vihtavuori Powder Series Is Right for You? | Expert Reloading Tips

Choosing between Vihtavuori’s N100 and N500 powder series? In this video, our R&D experts Taneli and Meeri break down the key differences, benefits, and best use cases for each – filmed right at the Nammo Vihtavuori Shooting Center in Finland.

10 months ago | [YT] | 4

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From airsoft to the world stage.
What began as one son’s wish to try airsoft has grown into three generations of the Pätsi family competing in practical shooting.

In this video, Team Pätsi shares their journey:
• How a hobby led to international competitions
• What it takes to compete at the highest level
• Why they trust Vihtavuori powders to deliver consistency, accuracy, and safety in every load

Watch their story — and see how passion, precision, and family come together in practical shooting.

11 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Our Vihtavuori Team members in action.

2 years ago | [YT] | 3