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HORNADY 190201 POWDER BUSHING 489
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SKU: 190201-090255192018
Overview
This interchangeable charge bushing is intended for use in a charge bar setup where keeping shot and powder bushings correctly oriented matters. Machined from solid bar stock and reamed, it is built for reloaders who want a straightforward component for managing powder charges. Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable, which adds flexibility when matching existing equipment. As noted by the manufacturer, powder charge weight should always be confirmed with an accurate scale, since chart listings can vary significantly.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Interchangeable Charge
Bushing design helps prevent shot
Machined From
Solid bar stock for a
Reamed Construction
Supports consistent bushing sizing
Hornady Rcbs
Bushings are interchangeable for added
Clear Guidance
An accurate scale
Key Features
- Interchangeable charge bushing for Hornady powder systems
- Designed to prevent shot and powder bushings from being reversed in the charge bar
- Machined from solid bar stock
- Reamed for precise fit
- Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable
- Always verify powder charge weight with an accurate scale
Best Used For
- Reloaders using compatible charge bars who want interchangeable powder bushing setup.
- Shooters verifying powder charges with an accurate scale during routine loading sessions.
- Users selecting adjacent bushing sizes to fine-tune charge weight adjustments.
- Reloaders who need Hornady and RCBS bushing interchangeability in one setup.
Specifications
| Designed To Prevent Reversal | Yes |
|---|---|
| Hornady And Rcbs Bushings Interchangeable | Yes |
| Interchangeable | Yes |
| Machined | Yes |
| Material | Solid bar stock |
| Notes | Always 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. |
| Reamed | Yes |
Pros
- Interchangeable charge bushing design helps prevent shot and powder bushings from being reversed.
- Machined from solid bar stock for a precise, utilitarian fit.
- Reamed construction supports consistent bushing sizing.
- Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable for added compatibility.
- Clear guidance recommends verifying powder charge weight with an accurate scale.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Powder charge weights should always be checked with an accurate scale; the listed chart values may vary significantly from actual results.
- For best fit and flexibility, Hornady recommends buying the needed bushing along with the next higher and lower sizes, which adds extra setup cost.
- This is a single interchangeable bushing component, so it is only useful for users already set up with a compatible charge bar system.
- Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable, but compatibility is limited to that specific bushing format rather than universal use across all reloading equipment.
Suggested Comparisons
- Shot and powder bushings
- Shotshell reloading accessories
- Reloading scale and charge verification tools
- Shotshell loading components
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading scale
- Powder measure accessories
- Shotshell reloading accessories
- Bushing storage organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hornady 190201 Powder Bushing 489 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 interchangeable with this bushing?
Yes. The product information states that Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable.
Should I rely on the chart listing for the exact 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.
What does the product information recommend when selecting a bushing?
It recommends choosing the bushing you need and then purchasing that bushing plus the next number higher and lower bushing for best results.
What is known about how this bushing is made?
The product description says it is machined from solid bar stock and reamed.