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HODGDON PYRODEX RS (RIFLE) 1 LB.
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SKU: RS-039288602217
Overview
Built for percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns, this powder is intended for hunters who want a single option with broad application across multiple calibers. It is positioned as the most versatile powder in the Pyrodex line, making it a practical choice for general muzzleloading use. Compared with blackpowder, it is described as burning cleaner and producing less fouling. Its particle size is said to compare to FFg blackpowder, which helps place it within familiar muzzleloading powder categories.
Why Hunters Choose the Hodgdon
Use Percussion
Muzzleloading rifles and shotguns
Suitable All
Calibers of percussion muzzleloading rifles
Wide Application
Makes it the most versatile
Burns Cleaner
Than blackpowder
Produces Less
Fouling than blackpowder
Key Features
- Designed for percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns in all calibers.
- Versatile powder with a wide range of uses in the Pyrodex line.
- Burns cleaner than blackpowder.
- Produces less fouling than blackpowder.
- RS compares to FFg blackpowder on a particle size basis.
- Packaged as a 1 lb. container.
Best Used For
- Percussion muzzleloading rifle hunters needing one powder for multiple calibers
- Muzzleloading shotgun users seeking a versatile Pyrodex option
- Shooters comparing RS to FFg blackpowder particle size
- Hunters who want a cleaner-burning alternative to blackpowder
Specifications
| Application | wide application of uses |
|---|---|
| Blackpowder Comparison | FFg blackpowder on a particle size basis |
| Burn Characteristics | burns cleaner and produces less fouling than blackpowder |
| Designed For | all calibers of percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns |
| Line Position | most versatile powder in the Pyrodex line |
| Package Size | 1 lb. |
| Powder Type | Pyrodex RS |
| Retailer Price | $35.99 |
Pros
- Designed for use in percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns
- Suitable for all calibers of percussion muzzleloading rifles
- Wide application makes it the most versatile Pyrodex grade
- Burns cleaner than blackpowder
- Produces less fouling than blackpowder
- RS compares to FFg blackpowder on a particle size basis
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns, so it is not a universal powder for every muzzleloading setup.
- Its broad versatility is a strength, but that also means it is not presented as a specialized option for a single narrow use case.
- Pyrodex RS is described as comparable to FFg blackpowder on a particle-size basis, so users should match it to the intended application rather than assume it is interchangeable with other grades without checking their load requirements.
Suggested Comparisons
- Muzzleloading rifle powder
- Muzzleloading shotgun powder
- Black powder substitute
- Percussion muzzleloading accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Powder measure
- Powder flask
- Muzzleloading cleaning kit
- Percussion caps
Frequently Asked Questions
What firearms is Pyrodex RS designed for?
Pyrodex RS is designed for use in all calibers of percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns.
Is Pyrodex RS intended for rifles only?
No. The product data says it is designed for percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns.
How does Pyrodex RS compare to blackpowder?
The product description says it burns cleaner and produces less fouling than blackpowder, and that it compares to FFg blackpowder on a particle size basis.
What makes Pyrodex RS different from other Pyrodex grades?
The provided description says it has a wide application of uses and is the most versatile powder in the Pyrodex line.
How much powder is included?
The product title lists this as a 1 lb. package.