IMR 4895 Smokeless Gun Powder Overview

IMR 4895 Smokeless Gun Powder is a versatile, medium-burning rifle powder trusted by reloaders for decades. Known for its consistency and clean burn, it is ideal for a wide range of cartridges, including .308 Winchester, .223 Remington, and military surplus rounds like .30-06.

This powder features a fine-grained extruded formulation, ensuring uniform metering and reliable ignition. Whether you’re loading precision match rounds or hunting ammunition, IMR 4895 Smokeless Gun Powder provides excellent velocity and pressure control.

Key Features & Benefits

• Medium Burn Rate: Optimized for .223, .308, and military cartridges.

• Clean & Consistent: Minimal residue for reliable long-range accuracy.

• Temperature Stable: Performs well in varying weather conditions.

• Trusted Brand: Backed by IMR’s legacy of quality reloading powders.

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Recommended Loads for IMR 4895 Smokeless Gun Powder

IMR 4895 works exceptionally well with:

• .308 Winchester (150-180gr bullets)

• .223 Remington (55-77gr bullets)

• .30-06 Springfield (150-220gr bullets)

• 7.62x39mm (123-154gr bullets)

Always consult reloading manuals for precise charge weights. This powder is also compatible with IMR 4895 Smokeless Gun Powder load data from Hodgdon’s official guides.

Reloading Tips & Safety

• Store in a cool, dry place away from open flames.

• Use a quality powder measure for consistent charges.

• Start with minimum loads and work up safely.

For pistol applications, consider IMR Target Smokeless Powder as a complementary option.