Description
Winchester StaBALL Match is a medium-slow burn rate rifle propellant designed specifically for precision shooting applications. This powder is well-suited for a variety of popular rifle calibers like 6mm Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, and 6.5 Creedmoor, making it an excellent choice for reloaders seeking to maximize accuracy in long-range disciplines. StaBALL Match exhibits a fine-grained, spherical form, promoting exceptional metering precision and consistency across multiple loadings. Its unique formulation provides outstanding temperature stability, maintaining reliable ballistic performance in a wide range of environmental conditions. Handloaders will appreciate its ability to produce uniform velocity spreads and minimal pressure fluctuations, leading to enhanced shot-to-shot consistency. During load development, it's crucial for reloaders to work incrementally due to the powder's efficient energy characteristics, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Winchester's respected reputation in the handloading community further solidifies StaBALL Match as a go-to propellant for those dedicated to achieving superior shooting accuracy and reliability.
Specifications
Burn Rate
4.8 (Medium)
Bulk Density
0.970 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 — Winchester StaBALL Match
Verified load data combinations using Winchester StaBALL Match.
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 35gr | Berger FB Varmint 35gr
.20 BR
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.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
Peregrine .204 | 36gr | Peregrine VLR-5 36gr
.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
.20 Nosler
Nosler .204 | 40gr | Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint 40gr
.204 Ruger
Berger .204 | 40gr | Berger Varmint 40gr
.204 Ruger
Berger .204 | 55gr | Berger Varmint 55gr
.204 Ruger
Hornady .204 | 45gr | Hornady SP 45gr
.22 ARC
Armscor .224 | 62gr | Armscor FMJ BT 62gr
.22 ARC
Barnes .224 | 62gr | Barnes TSX BT 62gr
Subsonic Loads — Winchester StaBALL Match
Verified subsonic load data combinations using Winchester StaBALL Match.
.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.
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
.308 Win.
Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr
Community Loads — Winchester StaBALL Match
Sample load data calculated with Winchester StaBALL Match.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .224 | 73gr | Hornady ELD Match | 24.0 | 28.3 | 2.22 | 34.6 | 48,008 (92%) | 2956 | |
| .224 | 73gr | Hornady ELD Match | 24.0 | 28.3 | 2.23 | 34.6 | 47,892 (92%) | 2953 | |
| .224 | 77gr | Nosler RDF | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.22 | 34.4 | 51,198 (98%) | 2930 | |
| .224 | 77gr | Nosler RDF | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.4 | 50,154 (96%) | 2917 | |
| .224 | 75gr | Hornady ELD Match | 22.0 | 28.0 | 2.26 | 34.6 | 46,905 (90%) | 2848 | |
| .224 | 80gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 34.0 | 49,864 (96%) | 2795 | |
| .224 | 77gr | Nosler RDF | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.24 | 34.4 | 61,090 (99%) | 2972 | |
| .224 | 88gr | Hornady ELD Match | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.70 | 50.1 | 56,753 (87%) | 3051 | |
| .224 | 53gr | Hornady Match | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.68 | 47.0 | 56,072 (90%) | 3832 | |
| .224 | 53gr | Hornady Match | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.68 | 47.0 | 51,706 (83%) | 3747 | |
| .224 | 77gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKing | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 32.4 | 55,114 (100%) | 2920 | |
| .224 | 73gr | Hornady ELD-Match | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.44 | 30.0 | 51,779 (94%) | 2818 | |
| .224 | 68gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.25 | 30.0 | 49,284 (90%) | 2710 | |
| .224 | 68gr | Hornady BTHP Match | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 30.0 | 48,834 (89%) | 2703 | |
| .224 | 75gr | RMR BTHP 3GH | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 28.8 | 50,952 (93%) | 2674 | |
| .224 | 70gr | Hornady CX | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.26 | 31.5 | 49,908 (91%) | 2864 | |
| .257 | 90gr | Hammer Absolute Hammer | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.60 | 51.5 | 61,511 (99%) | 3238 | |
| .257 | 135gr | Berger LRH Target | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.83 | 51.5 | 59,117 (95%) | 2697 |
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