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HODGDON 43508 H4350 8 LB.
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SKU: 43508-039288500933
Overview
H4350 is a versatile extruded propellant intended for reloaders working with a range of popular hunting and magnum cartridges. Its shortened grains are designed to improve metering, and Hodgdon identifies it as insensitive to hot and cold temperatures within the Extreme series. It is listed as a strong fit for the WSM family and for cartridges such as the .243 Winchester, 6mm Remington, .270 Winchester, and .338 Winchester Magnum. For load development, Hodgdon directs users to consult a reloading manual or the powder manufacturer’s published data.
Why Hunters Choose the Hodgdon
Extruded Propellant
In Hodgdon’s Extreme series for
Modernized Grain
Shape for improved metering consistency
Insensitive Hot
Cold temperatures
Suitable Wsm
Family calibers including .270, 7mm,
Listed As
Standard powder for .243 Winchester,
Key Features
- Extruded propellant in Hodgdon’s Extreme series
- Modernized with shortened grains for improved metering
- Insensitive to hot and cold temperatures
- Suitable for WSM family calibers including .270, 7mm, .30, and .325
- Listed as a standard powder for cartridges such as .243 Winchester, 6mm Remington, .270 Winchester, and .338 Winchester Magnum
- Packaged in an 8 lb. container
Best Used For
- Reloaders working with WSM family calibers, including 270, 7mm, 30, and 325.
- Hunters loading 243 Winchester, 6mm Remington, 270 Winchester, or 338 Winchester Magnum.
- Shooters seeking an extruded propellant with shortened grains for improved metering.
- Users who want a powder described as insensitive to hot and cold temperatures.
- Reloaders using magnums with light- to moderate-weight bullets and consulting load data.
Specifications
| Bullet Weight Suitability | Light- to moderate-weight bullets |
|---|---|
| Caliber Compatibility | WSM family of calibers (270, 7mm, 30, 325); 243 Winchester; 6mm Remington; 270 Winchester; 338 Winchester Magnum; many more |
| Load Data Guidance | Check your reloading manual or powder manufacturer's website for load data |
| Metering | Improved metering |
| Powder Name | H4350 |
| Product Type | Extruded propellant |
| Series | Extreme series |
| Temperature Sensitivity | Insensitive to hot and cold temperatures |
| Weight | 8 lb. |
Pros
- Extruded propellant in Hodgdon’s Extreme series for reloading applications.
- Modernized grain shape for improved metering consistency.
- Insensitive to hot and cold temperatures.
- Suitable for WSM family calibers including .270, 7mm, .30, and .325.
- Listed as a standard powder for .243 Winchester, 6mm Remington, .270 Winchester, and .338 Winchester Magnum.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Best suited to cartridges and bullet weights specifically listed in the product description; it is not presented as a universal powder for every hunting load.
- The description points users to reloading manuals or the powder manufacturer’s website for load data, so setup requires reference to published data rather than relying on the product listing alone.
- As an extruded propellant, it may not be the preferred choice for reloaders who prioritize a different powder form factor or metering behavior.
- The 8 lb. package is a larger purchase commitment, which may be more than some shooters need for occasional reloading.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading powder
- Extruded propellant
- Magnum rifle powder
- Hunting cartridge reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Powder measure
- Reloading manual
- Powder funnel
- Reloading scale
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of powder is HODGDON H4350 8 LB.?
H4350 is an extruded propellant in Hodgdon’s Extreme series.
What cartridges is H4350 described as suitable for?
The product data says H4350 is ideal in the WSM family of calibers, including .270, 7mm, .30, and .325, and is also standard in cartridges such as .243 Winchester, 6mm Remington, .270 Winchester, and .338 Winchester Magnum.
Is H4350 described as temperature sensitive?
No. The product description says Hodgdon modernized H4350 to be insensitive to hot and cold temperatures.
What does Hodgdon say was changed about H4350?
The description says the grains were shortened for improved metering.
Where can I find load data for H4350?
The product description directs you to check your reloading manual or visit the powder manufacturer’s website for load data.