Description
H4831 by Hodgdon is a slow-burning rifle powder, widely favored for its excellent performance in a variety of large capacity magnum cartridges. Its burn rate makes it ideally suited for calibers such as the 270 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, and 7mm Remington Magnum, where it helps achieve optimal velocities and pressures. The extruded cut of H4831 ensures consistent charge weights, though care should be taken with precise measurements due to its granular nature. Experienced reloaders will appreciate its excellent temperature stability, contributing to consistent performance across a range of shooting conditions. This makes it particularly beneficial for long-range shooting applications where minute variances can impact accuracy. During load development, H4831 provides a forgiving pressure curve, allowing for safe experimentation within recommended guidelines to tailor loads to specific firearms. Hodgdon's reputation for quality and reliability in the handloading community is exemplified by the consistency and versatility offered by H4831, making it a staple for those serious about precision long-range shooting.
Specifications
Burn Rate
1.8 (Slow)
Bulk Density
0.936 g/cm³
Density
1.550 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 H4831
Verified load data combinations using Hodgdon H4831.
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 85gr | Barnes Match Burner 85gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target 80gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 80.5gr | Berger Fullbore Target 80.5gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 82gr | Berger LTB 82gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 85.5gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target 85.5gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 90gr | Berger VLD LRBT 90gr
.22 Creedmoor
Berger .224 | 90gr | Berger VLD Target 90gr
.22 Creedmoor
Hornady .224 | 80gr | Hornady ELD-X 80gr
.22 Creedmoor
Hornady .224 | 88gr | Hornady ELD Match 88gr
.22 Creedmoor
Nosler .224 | 80gr | Nosler Custom Competition 80gr
.22 Creedmoor
Nosler .224 | 85gr | Nosler RDF 85gr
.22 Creedmoor
Sierra .224 | 80gr | Sierra HPBT LR MatchKing 80gr
.22 Creedmoor
Sierra .224 | 90gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKinging 90gr
.22 Creedmoor
Sierra .224 | 95gr | Sierra MatchKing 95gr
.220 Howell
Hornady .224 | 80gr | Hornady ELD-X 80gr
.220 Howell
Lehigh Defense .224 | 72gr | Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos 72gr
.220 Howell
Nosler .224 | 77gr | Nosler Custom Competition 77gr
.220 Howell
RMR .224 | 75gr | RMR BTHP 3GH 75gr
Subsonic Loads — Hodgdon H4831
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Hodgdon H4831.
.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.
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
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
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr
7.5 x 55 Swiss
Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr
Community Loads — Hodgdon H4831
Sample load data calculated with Hodgdon H4831.
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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 | 24.0 | 45.0 | 2.70 | 51.0 | 59,321 (91%) | 3235 | |
| .257 | 135gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 26.6 | 44.0 | 2.89 | 51.5 | 56,652 (91%) | 2785 | |
| .264 | 155gr | Sierra HPBT LR MatchKing | 26.0 | 41.0 | 2.80 | 53.5 | 47,268 (79%) | 2497 | |
| .284 | 140gr | Nosler AccuBond | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.33 | 67.9 | 44,933 (76%) | 2736 | |
| .308 | 180gr | Nosler Partition | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 68.2 | 51,314 (87%) | 2598 | |
| .264 | 142gr | Sierra MatchKing | 25.0 | ••.• | 2.83 | 52.5 | 55,114 (87%) | 2671 | |
| .264 | 127gr | Barnes LRX BT | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.96 | 68.0 | 46,151 (71%) | 2667 | |
| .264 | 143gr | Norma Bondstrike | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.15 | 57.0 | 41,205 (75%) | 2470 | |
| .277 | 155gr | Barnes LRX | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.96 | 74.0 | 54,810 (84%) | 2776 | |
| .284 | 175gr | Hornady ELD-X | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.36 | 83.0 | 54,505 (84%) | 2730 |
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