Description
Reloder-26 from Alliant Powder is known for its slow burn rate, making it an ideal choice for rifles, particularly those loaded for high-capacity magnum cartridges. Its physical form is a dense, extruded powder, which provides consistent metering properties. While traditionally extruded powders can present challenges in volumetric measurement, Reloder-26 is engineered to maintain uniformity in charge weights during the loading process. One of its key attributes is its enhanced temperature stability, minimizing variances in performance across a broad spectrum of environmental conditions. Popular among reloaders for calibers such as 7mm Remington Magnum, .300 Winchester Magnum, and the .26 Nosler, this propellant excels in maximizing velocity while maintaining accuracy. When developing loads, users should start at reduced charges and incrementally work up, mindful of potential pressure fluctuations. The advantages for handloaders include a superb balance of energy release and control, enabling superior consistency in high-performance rounds, solidifying its reputation within the seasoned handloading community.
Specifications
Burn Rate
1.2 (Slow)
Bulk Density
0.989 g/cm³
Density
1.600 g/cm³
Temperature Sensitivity
Low
Suitable Substitutes
Powders with a similar burn rate that may be suitable alternatives (also see burn rate chart):
Standard Loads — Alliant Reloder-26
Verified load data combinations using Alliant Reloder-26.
.22 Creedmoor
A-Square .224 | 72gr | A-Square e 72gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 62gr | Barnes TSX BT 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 62gr | Barnes TTSX BT 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 62gr | Barnes TAC-X 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 65gr | Barnes LRX BT 65gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 69gr | Barnes Match Burner BT 69gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 70gr | Barnes TSX BT 70gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 70gr | Barnes TAC-X 70gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 77gr | Barnes Match Burner BT 77gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 77gr | Barnes LRX BT 77gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 78gr | Barnes TSX BT 78gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 85gr | Barnes Match Burner 85gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 60gr | Berger FBHP 60gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 60gr | Berger FB Varmint 60gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 62gr | Berger Varmint 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 64gr | Berger Varmint 64gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 69gr | Berger BT Target 69gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 70gr | Berger LTB 70gr
Subsonic Loads — Alliant Reloder-26
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Alliant Reloder-26.
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid Target 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.30-06 Spring.
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
.30-06 Spring.
Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr
.30-06 Spring.
Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
MAKER .308 | 200gr | MAKER 200 Grain .308 Expanding Subsonic Blackout Bullets 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
MAKER .308 | 220gr | MAKER 300 blackout 220gr
.30-06 Spring.
Peregrine .308 | 155gr | Peregrine Subsonic 155gr
.30-06 Spring.
Reichenberg .308 | 154gr | Reichenberg HDB Subsonic 154gr
.30-06 Spring.
Reichenberg .308 | 200gr | Reichenberg Subsonic 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
Sierra .308 | 220gr | Sierra MatchKing 220gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 190gr | AERO SUB,- smax:23.90 190gr
.308 Win.
MAKER .308 | 220gr | MAKER 300 blackout 220gr
6.5 Creedmoor
Lehigh Defense .264 | 130gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos 130gr
6.5 Creedmoor
RWS .264 | 159gr | RWS TMR 159gr
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Berger .308 | 210gr | Berger VLD Target 210gr
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
Community Loads — Alliant Reloder-26
Sample load data calculated with Alliant Reloder-26.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 73gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 24.0 | 45.4 | 2.62 | 50.0 | 48,631 (75%) | 3294 | |
| .224 | 88gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 22.0 | 46.0 | 2.68 | 51.0 | 58,682 (90%) | 3146 | |
| .243 | 95gr | Berger Classic Hybrid Hunter | 27.0 | ••.• | 2.71 | 57.0 | 42,038 (76%) | 3097 | |
| .243 | 115gr | DTAC RBT Closed Nose - Boron Nitride | 27.0 | ••.• | 2.71 | 57.0 | 48,002 (87%) | 2953 | |
| .243 | 120gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 27.0 | 45.6 | 2.72 | 57.0 | 51,639 (93%) | 2946 | |
| .243 | 100gr | Speer Boat-Tail | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.71 | 54.0 | 32,433 (54%) | 2602 | |
| .257 | 107gr | Hammer HBC | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 72.5 | 64,971 (100%) | 3402 | |
| .257 | 107gr | Hammer HBC | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 72.5 | 63,834 (98%) | 3386 | |
| .257 | 107gr | Hammer HBC | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 72.5 | 62,791 (97%) | 3373 | |
| .257 | 112gr | Hornady CX | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 72.5 | 64,861 (100%) | 3337 | |
| .257 | 100gr | Barnes TSX BT | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.17 | 84.0 | 53,330 (84%) | 3356 | |
| .264 | 144gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.45 | 82.0 | 60,379 (97%) | 3074 | |
| .277 | 140gr | Nosler AccuBond | 25.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 67.0 | 61,003 (98%) | 3153 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 27.5 | ••.• | 3.40 | 68.5 | 61,946 (99%) | 3136 | |
| .277 | 140gr | Nosler AccuBond | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 67.0 | 61,003 (98%) | 3123 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 27.5 | ••.• | 3.40 | 68.5 | 58,929 (94%) | 3097 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler Partition | 25.0 | ••.• | 3.27 | 67.0 | 61,374 (98%) | 3058 | |
| .277 | 140gr | Nosler AccuBond | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 67.0 | 53,715 (86%) | 3018 |
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