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Accurate #2495 Powder - #2495 8 Lb Rifle Powder
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SKU: 430102481
Overview
Developed for the .308 Winchester cartridge, this smokeless rifle powder is intended for reloaders building loads for hunting and other rifle applications. It also serves a broader range of rifle calibers, giving handloaders flexibility when working up loads for different setups. The product is positioned for shooters who want a powder suited to full-power rifle use rather than reduced or specialty loads. For serious reloaders, it offers a practical option when consistency and cartridge-specific application matter.
Why Hunters Choose the Accurate Powder
Developed Specifically
For the .308 Winchester cartridge
Suitable Loading
Wide range of rifle calibers
Serious Loaders
Seeking consistent loads
Part Accurate
Powder's smokeless powder lineup
Available 8
Lb rifle powder package
Key Features
- Smokeless powder from Accurate Powder for serious reloaders
- Developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge
- Suitable for loading a wide range of rifle calibers
- Designed for full-power rifle shooting applications
- Packaged as an 8 lb rifle powder container
Best Used For
- Reloaders working with .308 Winchester loads for target or competition use
- Rifle shooters seeking a powder developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge
- Loaders building rifle ammunition across a wide range of compatible calibers
- Serious handloaders wanting a smokeless powder from Accurate Powder's rifle lineup
Specifications
| Application | NRA High Power rifle |
|---|---|
| Compatible Calibers | Wide range of rifle calibers |
| Country Of Origin | Accurate Powder |
| Developed For | .308 Winchester cartridge |
| Powder Type | Smokeless powder |
| Use Case | Rifle loading |
| Weight | 128 oz |
Pros
- Developed specifically for the .308 Winchester cartridge.
- Suitable for loading a wide range of rifle calibers.
- Designed for serious loaders seeking consistent loads.
- Part of Accurate Powder's smokeless powder lineup.
- Available in an 8 lb rifle powder package.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Developed specifically for the .308 Winchester, so it is most directly aligned with that cartridge rather than being a general-purpose powder first.
- The description notes use across a wide range of rifle calibers, but it does not provide load data or caliber-specific guidance here, so application details still need to be verified before use.
- Sold as an 8 lb rifle powder container, which is practical for frequent loading but may be more than some shooters need for occasional use.
- The product information emphasizes consistency and suitability for NRA High Power rifle use, but it does not provide performance specifics beyond that description.
Suggested Comparisons
- Other rifle powders for handloading
- Powders developed for .308 Winchester
- Smokeless powders for hunting loads
- Smokeless powders for long-range rifle shooting
Suggested Accessories
- Powder measure
- Reloading scale
- Reloading press
- Powder funnel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Accurate #2495 Powder developed for?
According to the product description, 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 2495 can be used for loading a wide range of rifle calibers, though no specific additional calibers are listed.
Is this powder intended for hunting loads, target loads, or both?
The brand description says Accurate Powder offers powders tailored for different shooting uses, including full power powders for hunting and long range rifle shooting, as well as reduced loads for other applications. For this specific product, the source only states it is developed for .308 Winchester and used for a wide range of rifle calibers.
What size is this product package?
This listing is for an 8 lb container of Accurate #2495 Powder.
Does the product description mention specific load data or performance details?
No. The provided source does not include load data, charge weights, or detailed performance specifications, so those would need to be checked in the manufacturer’s published data or other verified loading references.