Description
Hodgdon LEVERevolution is a rifle powder designed with a unique burn rate of 3.8, placing it within the medium-slow category, ideally suited for enhancing velocity in lever-action cartridges. This propellant showcases excellent metering properties due to its spherical grain structure, simplifying precise charge weight measurements and supporting consistent load development. Renowned for its temperature stability, LEVERevolution ensures consistent performance across a wide range of environmental conditions, crucial for hunters and sport shooters who face varying field conditions. This powder is particularly effective in classic lever-action calibers such as the 30-30 Winchester and 35 Remington, enabling reloaders to maximize both energy and expanded range. When developing loads, reloaders often appreciate its ability to produce higher velocities without excessive pressure, a distinct advantage for those seeking to exceed factory ammunition performance. LEVERevolution's technical advantages underscore Hodgdon's prestigious reputation within the handloading community, providing a reliable choice for achieving superior ballistic performance in nostalgic and other proven rifle calibers.
Specifications
Burn Rate
3.8 (Medium-Slow)
Bulk Density
0.961 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 LEVERevolution
Verified load data combinations using Hodgdon LEVERevolution.
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 35gr | Berger FB Varmint 35gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 32gr | Hornady V-MAX 32gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 40gr | Hornady V-MAX 40gr
.20 BR
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon HP 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 32gr | Nosler Varmageddon 32gr
.20 BR
Nosler .204 | 40gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 40gr
.20 BR
Peregrine .204 | 34gr | Peregrine VLR-4 34gr
.20 BR
Peregrine .204 | 36gr | Peregrine VLR-5 36gr
.20 BR
Sierra .204 | 32gr | Sierra BlitzKing 32gr
.20 BR
Sierra .204 | 36gr | Sierra Spitzer (SPT) 36gr
.20 BR
Sierra .204 | 39gr | Sierra Tipped VarmintKing 39gr
.20 BR
Speer .204 | 39gr | Speer TNT 39gr
.20 Nosler
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.20 Nosler
Hornady .204 | 40gr | Hornady V-MAX 40gr
.20 Nosler
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
Subsonic Loads — Hodgdon LEVERevolution
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Hodgdon LEVERevolution.
.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.
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.
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
.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 LEVERevolution
Sample load data calculated with Hodgdon LEVERevolution.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 62gr | Hornady ELD-VT | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 49,081 (94%) | 3015 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady ELD Match | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 51,213 (98%) | 2969 | |
| .224 | 62gr | Hornady ELD-VT | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 44,063 (85%) | 2910 | |
| .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 50,531 (97%) | 2867 | |
| .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target | 22.0 | 27.8 | 2.26 | 34.6 | 49,429 (95%) | 2848 | |
| .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target | 22.0 | 27.7 | 2.26 | 34.6 | 48,936 (94%) | 2841 | |
| .224 | 80gr | Berger VLD Target | 22.0 | 27.4 | 2.26 | 34.6 | 47,297 (91%) | 2812 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.16 | 34.6 | 48,211 (93%) | 2776 | |
| .224 | 85.5gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 48,066 (92%) | 2733 | |
| .224 | 90gr | Hornady A-Tip Match | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 51,837 (100%) | 2720 | |
| .224 | 70gr | Barnes TAC-X | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 61,293 (99%) | 3071 | |
| .224 | 70gr | Barnes TAC-X | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 54,868 (88%) | 2976 | |
| .224 | 70gr | Barnes TAC-X | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.6 | 49,197 (79%) | 2874 | |
| .224 | 73gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.44 | 30.0 | 50,749 (92%) | 2841 | |
| .224 | 70gr | Hornady CX | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 31.5 | 48,950 (89%) | 2887 | |
| .257 | 110gr | Hornady FTX | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.55 | 38.0 | 43,033 (97%) | 2329 | |
| .257 | 110gr | Hornady FTX | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.55 | 38.0 | 44,048 (100%) | 2306 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Sierra SPFN 30-30 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.36 | 45.0 | 40,001 (86%) | 2260 |
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