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HORNADY 190173 POWDER BUSHING 498

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Interchangeable Charge

Bushing designed to prevent shot

Machined From

Solid bar stock and reamed

Always Verify

An accurate scale

Charge Weights

May vary significantly from chart

Hornady Rcbs

Bushings are interchangeable

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SKU: 190173-090255191738

Overview

This interchangeable charge bushing is intended for use in a reloading setup where keeping powder and shot bushings properly identified matters. It is machined from solid bar stock and reamed, with a design that helps prevent shot and powder bushings from being accidentally reversed in the charge bar. Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable, which adds flexibility for users working with compatible equipment. As noted by the manufacturer, powder charge weight should always be verified with an accurate scale, since listed weights can vary significantly.

Why Hunters Choose the Hornady

Interchangeable Charge

Bushing design helps prevent shot

Machined From

Solid bar stock for a

Reamed Consistent

Fit and function

Hornady Rcbs

Bushings are interchangeable

Compatible Choosing

Choosing adjacent bushing sizes for

Key Features

  • Interchangeable charge bushing designed to prevent shot and powder bushings from being reversed in the charge bar.
  • Machined from solid bar stock and reamed for precise fit.
  • Always verify powder charge weight with an accurate scale.
  • Charge weights may vary significantly from chart listings.
  • Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable.
  • Part number 190173, bushing size 498.

Best Used For

  • Reloaders using interchangeable charge bushings for organized powder measurement setups
  • Users who want to prevent shot and powder bushings from being reversed
  • Handloaders verifying powder charges with an accurate scale before loading
  • Hornady or RCBS bushing users needing interchangeable compatibility

Specifications

Bushing Number498
Designed To Prevent ReversalYes
InterchangeableYes
Machined From Solid Bar StockYes
NotesAlways verify the powder charge weight with an accurate scale. Weights may vary significantly from the chart listings. For best results, choose the bushing needed and then purchase it and the next number higher and lower bushing. Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable.
ReamedYes

Pros

  • Interchangeable charge bushing design helps prevent shot and powder bushings from being reversed in the charge bar.
  • Machined from solid bar stock for a precise, durable construction.
  • Reamed for consistent fit and function.
  • Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable.
  • Compatible with choosing adjacent bushing sizes for finer charge adjustment.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Powder charge weights can vary significantly from the chart listings, so an accurate scale is needed to verify the actual throw before use.
  • For best results, Hornady recommends buying the needed bushing along with the next number higher and lower, which may mean additional purchases to fine-tune the charge.
  • This is a single powder bushing, so it is a component for an existing charge bar setup rather than a complete reloading system.
  • Compatibility is limited to Hornady and RCBS bushings being interchangeable, so it should be matched to the correct charge bar application.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Shotshell reloading accessories
  • Powder measuring accessories
  • Reloading press components
  • Shotshell reloading parts

Suggested Accessories

  • Reloading scale
  • Powder measure accessories
  • Shotshell reloading accessories
  • Reloading bench tools

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hornady 190173 Powder Bushing 498 used for?

It is an interchangeable charge bushing designed for use in a charge bar, helping keep shot and powder bushings from being accidentally reversed.

Are Hornady and RCBS bushings compatible?

Yes. The product information states that Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable.

Should I rely on the chart listing for powder charge weight?

No. The product notes say to always verify powder charge weight with an accurate scale because weights may vary significantly from the chart listings.

Does Hornady recommend buying only one bushing size?

The notes recommend choosing the needed bushing and also purchasing the next number higher and lower bushing for best results.

What does the product description say about how this bushing is made?

It says the bushing is machined from solid bar stock and reamed.