Description
Hodgdon H4831 SC is a spherical-shaped rifle propellant with a slow burn rate, offering optimal performance in larger magnum calibers. Designed for rifle applications, this powder is particularly well-suited for cartridges such as the 270 Winchester, 300 Winchester Magnum, and 7mm Remington Magnum, where it delivers consistent performance and high velocities. Its small, cut granules promote excellent metering, ensuring precise charge weights in each reloading cycle, which enhances shot-to-shot consistency. Renowned for its temperature stability, H4831 SC maintains excellent performance across a broad range of environmental conditions, making it a reliable choice for long-range shooters and hunters looking to maintain accuracy in varying temperatures. This characteristic helps reduce pressure and velocity variations that often occur with temperature fluctuations. During load development, experienced handloaders will appreciate the forgiving nature of H4831 SC's slow burn rate, which provides ample room for achieving maximum loads while maintaining safety. Hodgdon's reputation for quality and consistency is evident in this powder, making it a staple in many reloading benches.
Specifications
Burn Rate
2 (Medium-Slow)
Bulk Density
0.930 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 SC
Verified load data combinations using Hodgdon H4831 SC.
.22 Creedmoor
Barnes .224 | 85gr | Barnes Match Burner 85gr
.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 | 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 | 90gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKinging 90gr
.22 Creedmoor
Sierra .224 | 95gr | Sierra MatchKing 95gr
.220 Howell
Hornady .224 | 80gr | Hornady ELD-X 80gr
.220 Howell
Nosler .224 | 77gr | Nosler Custom Competition 77gr
.220 Howell
RMR .224 | 75gr | RMR BTHP 3GH 75gr
.220 Howell
RMR .224 | 75gr | RMR BTHP 75gr
.220 Howell
RWS .224 | 74gr | RWS Kegelspitz 74gr
.220 Howell
Sierra .224 | 80gr | Sierra HPBT LR MatchKing 80gr
.223 WSSM
Lapua .224 | 77gr | Lapua ScenarL 77gr
Subsonic Loads — Hodgdon H4831 SC
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Hodgdon H4831 SC.
.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 SC
Sample load data calculated with Hodgdon H4831 SC.
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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 | 44.0 | 2.70 | 51.0 | 54,810 (84%) | 3159 | |
| .224 | 88gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.82 | 51.5 | 62,381 (96%) | 3071 | |
| .224 | 88gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 20.0 | 42.5 | 2.65 | 50.0 | 61,409 (94%) | 2986 | |
| .224 | 88gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.70 | 50.0 | 59,944 (92%) | 2966 | |
| .224 | 88gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 20.0 | 42.0 | 2.65 | 50.0 | 58,972 (91%) | 2949 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Speer Gold Dot Soft Point | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.43 | 50.3 | 49,922 (86%) | 3054 | |
| .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.67 | 46.9 | 45,992 (79%) | 2907 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Berger Hybrid Target | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.46 | 53.9 | 61,105 (96%) | 3081 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Berger Hybrid Target | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.36 | 53.9 | 56,028 (88%) | 2989 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Berger Hybrid Target | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.46 | 53.9 | 53,679 (84%) | 2963 | |
| .243 | 105gr | Berger Hybrid Target | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.36 | 53.9 | 48,385 (76%) | 2897 | |
| .243 | 110gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKing | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.46 | 53.9 | 47,834 (75%) | 2792 | |
| .257 | 135gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 26.6 | ••.• | 2.89 | 51.5 | 54,505 (88%) | 2756 | |
| .257 | 135gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 26.6 | ••.• | 2.89 | 51.5 | 52,025 (84%) | 2717 | |
| .257 | 110gr | Nosler AccuBond | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.24 | 67.0 | 61,554 (94%) | 3146 | |
| .257 | 110gr | Nosler AccuBond | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.24 | 65.8 | 55,361 (85%) | 3041 | |
| .257 | 110gr | Hornady ELD-X | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.25 | 65.8 | 53,592 (82%) | 3031 | |
| .257 | 110gr | Hornady ELD-X | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.25 | 65.8 | 47,848 (73%) | 2923 |
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