Description
IMR 4895 is a versatile medium burn rate rifle powder renowned in the reloading community for its adaptability and consistent performance. It is ideally suited for a wide range of rifle cartridges, including the popular .308 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield, making it a staple among intermediate rifle shooters and match competitors. The powder's extruded grain form ensures precise and uniform metering, vital for achieving consistent velocities and pressures in handloads. Despite its extruded nature, it meters well through most volumetric powder measures, maintaining accuracy. Temperature sensitivity with IMR 4895 is minimal, providing reliable performance across varying environmental conditions, a crucial factor for competitive shooters and hunters requiring dependable results. Its moderate burn rate offers a balance of performance, fostering efficient load development and allowing tailored loads that can maximize a projectile’s ballistic potential. IMR's long-standing reputation and their stringent quality controls ensure that this powder delivers top-tier performance, cementing its position as a go-to choice for seasoned reloaders aiming for precision in their rifle loads.
Specifications
Burn Rate
4.4 (Medium)
Bulk Density
0.920 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 — IMR 4895
Verified load data combinations using IMR 4895.
.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
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
Hornady .204 | 40gr | Hornady V-MAX 40gr
.20 Nosler
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.20 Nosler
Nosler .204 | 40gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 40gr
.204 Ruger
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.204 Ruger
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.22 ARC
Barnes .224 | 70gr | Barnes TAC-TX BT 70gr
.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
Subsonic Loads — IMR 4895
Verified subsonic load data combinations using IMR 4895.
.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 — IMR 4895
Sample load data calculated with IMR 4895.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 85.5gr | Berger Long Range Hybrid Target | 24.0 | 24.7 | 2.23 | 34.6 | 45,136 (87%) | 2703 | |
| .224 | 78gr | Barnes TSX BT | 18.0 | 37.3 | 2.70 | 51.0 | 58,320 (90%) | 3002 | |
| .224 | 77gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKing | 24.0 | 24.0 | 2.28 | 30.6 | 50,676 (92%) | 2802 | |
| .257 | 138gr | Hornady A-Tip Match | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.87 | 51.9 | 61,144 (99%) | 2720 | |
| .257 | 128gr | Hornady ELD-X | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.83 | 51.5 | 50,488 (81%) | 2618 | |
| .277 | 145gr | Hornady ELD-X | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 67.0 | 62,156 (100%) | 2864 | |
| .277 | 130gr | Barnes TTSX FB | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.30 | 67.0 | 42,651 (68%) | 2726 | |
| .284 | 150gr | Sierra Tipped GameKing | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.33 | 74.0 | 50,357 (77%) | 2792 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady SP | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 68.2 | 47,601 (81%) | 2841 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady FMJ BT | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.19 | 68.2 | 54,505 (93%) | 2818 | |
| .308 | 165gr | Hornady SST InterLock | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 68.2 | 56,832 (97%) | 2795 | |
| .308 | 168gr | Barnes TTSX BT | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.34 | 68.2 | 55,309 (94%) | 2736 | |
| .308 | 155gr | Sierra Palma MatchKing | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.24 | 68.2 | 42,076 (72%) | 2677 | |
| .308 | 155gr | Sierra Palma MatchKing | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.24 | 69.0 | 41,207 (70%) | 2664 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady FMJ BT | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.19 | 68.2 | 36,463 (62%) | 2598 | |
| .308 | 150gr | Hornady FMJ BT | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.19 | 68.2 | 36,593 (62%) | 2480 | |
| .308 | 170gr | Hornady InterLock FP | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.55 | 45.0 | 42,653 (92%) | 2172 | |
| .308 | 170gr | Hornady InterLock FP | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.55 | 45.0 | 40,622 (88%) | 2139 |
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