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Accurate #2495 Powder - #2495 1 Lb Rifle Powder
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SKU: 749101704
Overview
Designed for serious rifle reloaders, this smokeless powder was developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge and can also be used across a range of rifle calibers. It is suited to loading for hunting and long-range rifle shooting, as well as other rifle applications where consistent loads are a priority. For shooters building ammunition around the .308 Winchester, it offers a focused option without unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Accurate Powder
Developed Specifically
For the .308 Winchester cartridge
Suitable Loading
Wide range of rifle calibers
Serious Reloaders
Seeking consistent loads
Part Accurate
Powder’s smokeless powder lineup
Available 1
Lb package for rifle loading
Key Features
- Smokeless rifle powder from Accurate Powder
- Developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge
- Suitable for loading a wide range of rifle calibers
- Offered in a 1 lb container
- Part of Accurate Powder’s line for serious loaders
Best Used For
- Reloaders working with .308 Winchester cartridges and similar rifle calibers
- NRA High Power rifle shooters seeking a powder developed for .308 Winchester
- Serious rifle handloaders needing a smokeless powder for a wide range of rifle calibers
- Hunters and target shooters looking for a rifle powder from Accurate Powder
Specifications
| Compatible Calibers | A wide range of rifle calibers |
|---|---|
| Developed For | .308 Winchester cartridge |
| Powder Type | Smokeless powder |
| Product Type | Rifle Powder |
| Use Case | Rifle loading |
| Weight | 16 oz |
Pros
- Developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge.
- Suitable for loading a wide range of rifle calibers.
- Designed for serious reloaders seeking consistent loads.
- Part of Accurate Powder’s smokeless powder lineup.
- Available in a 1 lb package for rifle loading.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge, so it is not a universal powder choice for every rifle application.
- The description notes use across a wide range of rifle calibers, but it does not provide load data or caliber-specific guidance here.
- This is a 1 lb container, which may be convenient for testing or smaller-volume use but may require more frequent reordering for regular loading.
- The product is positioned for serious loaders seeking consistent loads, but the listing does not provide performance metrics or detailed application limits.
Suggested Comparisons
- Other rifle powders for handloading
- Powders developed for .308 Winchester
- Smokeless powders for rifle cartridges
- Powders for target and high-power rifle loads
Suggested Accessories
- Powder scale
- Powder measure
- Reloading press
- Reloading manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Accurate #2495 Powder developed for?
According to the product data, Accurate 2495 was developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge.
Can this powder be used for other rifle calibers besides .308 Winchester?
Yes. The description says Accurate 2495 can be used for loading a wide range of rifle calibers, but no specific additional calibers are listed.
Is this powder intended for hunting loads or target shooting?
The brand description says Accurate offers powders tailored for different shooting uses, including full power powders for hunting and long range rifle shooting. For this specific powder, the data only states it was developed for .308 Winchester and used for NRA High Power rifle shooting.
How much powder is included in this product?
This product is listed as 1 lb of rifle powder.
Does the product data list load data, burn rate, or performance details?
No. The provided information does not include load data, burn rate, or detailed performance specifications.