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Reloder 15 Powder - Reloder 15 1lb Rifle Powder
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SKU: 749011189
Overview
Alliant’s Reloder 15 is a medium rifle powder intended for shooters working across a broad caliber range. It is presented as a versatile option for high-velocity varmint loads and other medium-speed rifle applications, with consistency across temperature conditions. The powder is also noted for use in the U.S. military’s M118 special ball and long-range sniper rounds, which may matter to hunters and precision shooters looking for a proven loading component. For handloaders who want one powder to cover multiple rifle setups, this 1 lb package offers a focused, purpose-built option without unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Alliant Powder
Medium Rifle
A broad caliber range for
Consistent Performance
Across all temperature conditions
Suitable High-velocity
Varmint rounds
Designed As
All-around, medium-speed rifle powder
Selected U.s.
Military for M118 special ball
Key Features
- Medium rifle powder with a broad caliber range
- Consistent at all temperature conditions
- Suitable for high-velocity varmint rounds
- All-around, medium-speed rifle powder
- Selected by the U.S. military for M118 special ball and long range sniper rounds
- Manufactured by Alliant Powder
Best Used For
- Hunters loading medium-speed rifle cartridges across a broad caliber range
- Varmint shooters seeking a powder suited to high-velocity loads
- Reloaders wanting consistent performance across changing temperature conditions
- Shooters working on long-range rifle loads, including M118-style applications
Specifications
| Caliber Range | Broad caliber range |
|---|---|
| Military Use | M118 special ball, long range sniper rounds |
| Package Size | 1 lb |
| Powder Type | Medium rifle powder |
| Product Type | Rifle Powder |
| Temperature Consistency | Consistent at all temperature conditions |
| Use Case | High-velocity varmint rounds |
Pros
- Medium rifle powder with a broad caliber range for versatile loading options.
- Consistent performance across all temperature conditions.
- Suitable for high-velocity varmint rounds.
- Designed as an all-around, medium-speed rifle powder.
- Selected by the U.S. military for M118 special ball and long-range sniper rounds.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a medium rifle powder, so it is best matched to loads that fit that burn-rate range rather than every rifle application.
- The product is presented as a 1 lb package, which may be limiting for high-volume reloaders.
- The description emphasizes broad caliber range and temperature consistency, but it does not provide load data or cartridge-specific guidance.
- Performance will still depend on the exact load recipe and component selection; the listing does not include those details.
Suggested Comparisons
- Other medium rifle powders
- High-velocity varmint powders
- Long-range rifle powders
- Alliant Powder rifle powders
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading scale
- Powder trickler
- Powder measure
- Reloading manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of powder is Reloder 15?
Reloder 15 is described as a medium rifle powder with a broad caliber range.
Is Reloder 15 intended for a specific temperature range?
The product description says it is consistent at all temperature conditions.
What kinds of rifle loads is Reloder 15 described for?
It is described as great for high-velocity varmint rounds and as an all-around, medium-speed rifle powder.
Does the product information list any military use?
Yes. The description says the U.S. military selected this powder for use in its M118 special ball, long range sniper rounds.
Who makes Reloder 15?
The manufacturer listed is Alliant Powder.