Powder choices

[redneckchris]

I'm going to load up a bunch of 30-06 and have decided to use 4350, what is the difference between imr and Hodgens what do you recommend and why? Thanks for your advice
Red

 

[bb07]

H-4350 is a wee bit slower than IMR 4350 if I remember correctly, but I've never used the Hodgdons. I would say you can't go wrong with either. Use whichever you have access to. I've always used IMR in the past simply because it's the one most commonly available to me.

 

[HIGHRPM]

On the Hodgen site you can download their burn rate chart. On it you will see either how close or how far away the different powders are. In a couple of instances, I have compared two different powders, from Hodgen and IMR(which Hodgdon bought) and really never saw a big enough difference to go either way. Since I grew up reloading with great Canadian powder (IMR) I tend to stay with it and have never had an issue. But again, people who use Hodgdon mainly will also endorse their preference. I have both on my shelf, also some Alliant Reloader, which is also very good powder. I am glad we have a great variety of powders to choose from !

 

[jethunter]

The data is not interchangeable - use the right data for which ever one you select.
In 30-06 i got better results from IMR variety, and yes there is a noticeable difference.

 

[redneckchris]

Thanks for the info. Imr is easier to get and a few bucks less so I think I'll try that one first
Red

 

[kamlooky]

I only use two......... IMR 4320 and IMR 4350
Both of these have worked extremely well for me.

 

[horseman2]

Have used both IMR and H4350. Both show up in the most accurate loads category and appear to be almost interchangable in application.
Saying that, start below max a work up your load.
In the .30-06, IMR 4350 seemed to give better results with 165 grain bullets, and H4350 with 180's.
The next rifle might be exactly the opposite.

 

[Ganderite]

The two powders are slightly different. each rifle is different. Powders vary from lot to lot, and vary with time as the powder you have dries out.

Start with the START load and work up and see what works in your rifle. Either flavour is an excellent 30-06 powder for anything 165gr and up.