Description
Hodgdon CFE223 is a medium burn rate propellant specifically engineered for rifle applications, offering optimal performance in a range of popular calibers such as 223 Remington, 308 Winchester, and 30-06 Springfield. This spherical powder is renowned for its superior metering properties, making it particularly well-suited for high-volume progressive reloading setups where consistency and efficiency are paramount. CFE223 exhibits excellent temperature stability, maintaining reliable performance across diverse environmental conditions, thus appealing to both competitive shooters and hunters. Integral to its formulation is the Copper Fouling Eraser technology, which reduces copper residue in barrels, enhancing accuracy and reducing cleaning time. Load development with CFE223 is often straightforward due to its predictable pressure curve; however, users are advised to adhere meticulously to established load data, beginning at recommended starting loads and gradually increasing. Recognized for its versatility, CFE223 remains a staple choice for handloaders seeking a dependable balance of speed and precision across various rifle platforms.
Specifications
Burn Rate
4.2 (Medium)
Bulk Density
1.003 g/cm³
Density
1.640 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 — Hodgdon CFE223
Verified load data combinations using Hodgdon CFE223.
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 40gr | Hornady V-MAX 40gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 40gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Speer .204 | 39gr | Speer TNT 39gr
.20 Nosler
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.204 Ruger
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.22 ARC
Barnes .224 | 77gr | Barnes LRX BT 77gr
.22 ARC
Berger .224 | 77gr | Berger OTM Tactical 77gr
.22 ARC
Berger .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target 80gr
.22 ARC
Berger .224 | 80.5gr | Berger Fullbore Target 80.5gr
.22 ARC
Hornady .224 | 75gr | Hornady ELD Match 75gr
.22 ARC
Hornady .224 | 75gr | Hornady Match 75gr
.22 ARC
Hornady .224 | 77gr | Hornady AEROMATCH 77gr
.22 ARC
Hornady .224 | 80gr | Hornady ELD Match 80gr
.22 ARC
Hornady .224 | 80gr | Hornady ELD-X 80gr
.22 ARC
Nosler .224 | 70gr | Nosler RDF 70gr
Subsonic Loads — Hodgdon CFE223
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Hodgdon CFE223.
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid Target 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 | 95gr | AERO SUB-I,- smax:11.30 95gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 115gr | AERO SUB,- smax:11.40 115gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 190gr | AERO SUB,- smax:23.90 190gr
.308 Win.
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.308 Win.
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
.308 Win.
Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr
Community Loads — Hodgdon CFE223
Sample load data calculated with Hodgdon CFE223.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 80gr | Hornady ELD-X | 16.0 | 28.5 | 2.26 | 34.6 | 57,386 (93%) | 2789 | |
| .224 | 62gr | Hornady ELD-VT | 24.1 | 36.0 | 2.40 | 44.9 | 57,866 (99%) | 3540 | |
| .224 | 55gr | Hornady SP | 24.0 | 33.0 | 2.35 | 43.5 | 42,105 (72%) | 3353 | |
| .224 | 55gr | X-TREME FMJ | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 51,388 (93%) | 3127 | |
| .224 | 64gr | Sierra Tipped GameKing | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.14 | 31.6 | 53,560 (97%) | 3163 | |
| .277 | 129gr | Barnes LRX BT | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.71 | 54.0 | 78,487 (98%) | 3064 | |
| .277 | 140gr | Berger VLD Hunting | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.77 | 54.0 | 77,852 (97%) | 2959 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Berger VLD Hunting | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.85 | 54.0 | 78,231 (98%) | 2871 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.70 | 54.0 | 62,687 (99%) | 2569 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.66 | 54.0 | 62,023 (98%) | 2556 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.66 | 54.0 | 60,537 (96%) | 2536 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.66 | 54.0 | 56,764 (90%) | 2487 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.70 | 54.0 | 53,476 (85%) | 2444 | |
| .277 | 150gr | Nosler AccuBond Long Range | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.70 | 54.0 | 46,369 (73%) | 2336 | |
| .308 | 165gr | Barnes TTSX BT | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.96 | 70.0 | 57,255 (92%) | 2894 | |
| .308 | 165gr | Hornady SST InterLock | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 68.2 | 57,946 (99%) | 2854 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady ECX | 16.5 | ••.• | 3.34 | 68.2 | 56,395 (96%) | 2756 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Nosler Expansion Tip | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.70 | 52.5 | 47,783 (90%) | 2677 |
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