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Clay Dot Powder - Clay Dot(R) 4lb Shotshell Powder
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SKU: 749016401
Overview
Designed for light and standard 12 gauge target and competition loads, this powder is aimed at shooters who want a straightforward option for consistent shotshell loading. It is made to meter the same through press powder bushings, which helps keep the loading process familiar for those already set up with compatible load data. Because it uses the same powder charge weights for equal velocity and pressure, it can fit into existing loading routines without requiring bushing changes. For serious clay and competition use, it offers a practical, purpose-built choice from Alliant Powder.
Why Hunters Choose the Alliant Powder
Light Standard
12 gauge target and competition
Meters Same
Through press powder bushings for
Uses Same
Powder charge weights for equal
No Need
To change bushings or load
Offered 4
Lb package for extended loading
Key Features
- Designed for light and standard 12 gauge target and competition shooters.
- Meters the same through press powder bushings as comparable load data.
- Uses the same powder charge weights for equal velocity and pressure.
- Helps avoid changing bushings or load data.
- Packaged as Clay Dot 4 lb shotshell powder.
- Made by Alliant Powder.
Best Used For
- Light and standard 12 gauge target shooters using existing load data and bushings
- Competition shooters wanting a powder that matches established 12 gauge setups
- Reloaders who prefer consistent powder metering through press powder bushings
- Users seeking a 4-pound shotshell powder supply for target and competition loads
Specifications
| Designed For | light and standard 12 gauge target and competition shooters |
|---|---|
| Equal Pressure | yes |
| Equal Velocity | yes |
| Meters Through Press Powder Bushings | yes |
| Need To Change Bushings | no |
| Need To Change Load Data | no |
| Uses Same Powder Charge Weights | yes |
Pros
- Designed for light and standard 12 gauge target and competition shooters.
- Meters the same through press powder bushings for consistent loading.
- Uses the same powder charge weights for equal velocity and pressure.
- No need to change bushings or load data when switching to Clay Dot.
- Offered in a 4 lb package for extended loading supply.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for light and standard 12 gauge target and competition shooters, so it is not presented as a general-purpose powder for every shotgun application.
- The 4 lb package is a larger purchase commitment, which may be more than some shooters need for occasional use.
- The product is described around matching existing bushings and load data, so it is best suited to reloaders already set up for that workflow.
- No additional performance details are provided beyond metering and load-data compatibility, so other characteristics are left unspecified.
Suggested Comparisons
- 12 gauge target shotshell powder
- 12 gauge competition shotshell powder
- Shotshell reloading powder
- Alliant Powder alternatives
Suggested Accessories
- Shotshell reloading press
- Powder scale
- Shotshell wads
- Primers
Frequently Asked Questions
What gauge and type of shotshell loading is Clay Dot designed for?
Clay Dot is designed for light and standard 12 gauge target and competition shooters.
Will I need to change my powder bushings if I switch to Clay Dot?
According to the product description, Clay Dot meters exactly the same through press powder bushings, so you won’t need to change bushings.
Do I need to change my load data when using Clay Dot?
The description says Clay Dot uses the same powder charge weights for equal velocity and pressure, so you won’t need to change load data.
How much powder is included in this product?
This listing is for a 4 lb container of Clay Dot shotshell powder.
Is this powder intended for hunting loads?
The source data says it is designed for light and standard 12 gauge target and competition shooters. It does not state that it is intended for hunting loads.