Description
Hodgdon H414 is a versatile, spherical propellant characterized by a medium burn rate, making it well-suited for a variety of rifle cartridges. Its spherical powder form facilitates excellent metering properties, allowing for consistent powder charges that are critical in precision reloading operations. H414 exhibits reasonable temperature stability, providing dependable performance across a range of environmental conditions—a key consideration for hunters and competitive shooters alike. The propellant is particularly popular among reloaders looking to develop loads for cartridges such as the 30-06 Springfield, 270 Winchester, and the 7mm Remington Magnum. Load development with H414 should emphasize its balanced burn rate, as it sits comfortably between faster and slower powders, providing flexibility in achieving desired velocity and pressure parameters. Its composition is especially advantageous in that it maximizes case fill while maintaining a moderate pressure curve. Hodgdon's reputation for quality ensures that H414 remains a reliable choice for experienced handloaders striving for optimal ballistic performance.
Specifications
Burn Rate
3 (Medium-Slow)
Bulk Density
0.944 g/cm³
Density
1.620 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 H414
Verified load data combinations using Hodgdon H414.
.22 ARC (bolt action)
Sierra .224 | 90gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKinging 90gr
.22 Creedmoor
A-Square .224 | 72gr | A-Square e 72gr
.22 Creedmoor
Armscor .224 | 62gr | Armscor FMJ BT 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 55gr | Barnes MPG FB 55gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 55gr | Barnes TSX BT 55gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 55gr | Barnes RRLP 55gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 62gr | Barnes TAC-X 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 62gr | Barnes TSX BT 62gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 62gr | Barnes TTSX BT 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 TAC-X 70gr
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 70gr | Barnes TSX BT 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 | 55gr | Berger Target FB 55gr
Subsonic Loads — Hodgdon H414
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Hodgdon H414.
.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.
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.308 Win.
Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr
.308 Win.
Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr
.308 Win.
MAKER .308 | 200gr | MAKER 200 Grain .308 Expanding Subsonic Blackout Bullets 200gr
.308 Win.
MAKER .308 | 220gr | MAKER 300 blackout 220gr
Community Loads — Hodgdon H414
Sample load data calculated with Hodgdon H414.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .257 | 117gr | Hornady BTSP | 36.0 | 45.0 | 2.83 | 53.0 | 56,869 (92%) | 3219 | |
| .257 | 117gr | Hornady BTSP | 22.0 | 45.0 | 2.83 | 51.5 | 60,539 (98%) | 2946 | |
| .257 | 120gr | Speer Boat Tail Soft Point | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.83 | 51.5 | 61,482 (99%) | 2930 | |
| .257 | 128gr | Hornady ELD-X | 22.0 | 41.0 | 2.83 | 51.5 | 56,449 (91%) | 2749 | |
| .277 | 145gr | Hornady ELD-X | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.29 | 67.0 | 56,101 (90%) | 2877 | |
| .277 | 145gr | Hornady ELD-X | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.29 | 67.0 | 55,790 (89%) | 2874 | |
| .277 | 145gr | Hornady ELD-X | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.29 | 67.0 | 46,818 (75%) | 2723 | |
| .375 | 260gr | Nosler Partition | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.60 | 95.3 | 50,894 (82%) | 2690 | |
| .264 | 144gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.81 | 50.8 | 59,306 (94%) | 2726 | |
| .264 | 144gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.81 | 50.8 | 58,334 (92%) | 2713 | |
| .264 | 144gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.81 | 50.8 | 55,216 (88%) | 2671 |
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