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Hornady G3-1500 Digital Powder Scale 1500 Grain Capacity
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SKU: 050104-090255501049
Overview
Built for reloaders who need a compact digital scale for powder measurement, this Hornady unit is suited to bench work where precise charge checking matters. It reads in grains with 0.1-grain accuracy and covers a wide range from 0.1 to 1500 grains, with a maximum powder charge of 500 grains. AAA batteries are included, making it ready to use out of the box for routine reloading tasks.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
1500-grain Capacity
Supports a wide range of
Measures Grains
0.1-grain accuracy
Includes Aaa
Batteries for immediate setup
Covers Powder
Charges from 0.1 to 500
Compact Digital
Scale from Hornady, a dedicated
Key Features
- Hornady digital powder scale with 1500-grain capacity
- Measures in grains with 0.1-grain accuracy
- Handles powder charges from 0.1 to 500 grains
- Runs on AAA alkaline batteries
- Batteries are included with the scale
Best Used For
- Handloaders needing grain-level powder measurement for routine reloading sessions
- Shooters working with small to moderate powder charges up to 500 grains
- Reloading bench users who want a compact digital scale with included batteries
- Hunters and precision shooters verifying powder charges in grains before loading
Specifications
| Accuracy | 0.1 Grains |
|---|---|
| Batteries Included | Yes |
| Battery | AAA Alkaline |
| Battery Type | AAA |
| Capacity | 1500 Grains |
| Maximum Powder Charge | 500 Grains |
| Minimum Powder Charge | 0.1 Grains |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Units | Grains |
Pros
- 1500-grain capacity supports a wide range of reloading measurements
- Measures in grains with 0.1-grain accuracy
- Includes AAA batteries for immediate setup
- Covers powder charges from 0.1 to 500 grains
- Compact digital scale from Hornady, a dedicated reloading tools manufacturer
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 1500-grain capacity is generous for a digital powder scale, but the listed maximum powder charge is 500 grains, so the usable range for powder work is narrower than the headline capacity suggests.
- Accuracy is listed at 0.1 grains, which is precise for reloading work, but it still requires careful setup and consistent handling to get reliable readings.
- It runs on AAA batteries, so it is portable and self-contained, but you will need to keep spare batteries on hand for extended bench use.
- Measurements are in grains only, so users working in other units will need to convert separately.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading scales
- Powder measures
- Reloading accessories
- Precision reloading tools
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading bench mat
- Powder funnel
- Powder trickler
- Reloading scale calibration weights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of the Hornady G3-1500 Digital Powder Scale?
The listed capacity is 1500 grains.
What is the scale’s stated accuracy?
The specifications list an accuracy of 0.1 grains.
What is the minimum and maximum powder charge range?
The listed minimum powder charge is 0.1 grains and the maximum powder charge is 500 grains.
What power source does it use, and are batteries included?
It uses AAA batteries, and batteries are included. The battery type is listed as AAA alkaline.
What units does this scale measure in?
The units are listed as grains.