Hodgdon Benchmark smokeless powder is an Extreme Extruded propellant, meticulously developed for precision cartridges used in various outdoor sporting and hunting applications. This 450gm (1lb) canister of Hodgdon Benchmark smokeless powder is a popular choice among reloaders seeking consistent performance, particularly those looking for a reliable benchmark gun powder.

As its name suggests, Benchmark is ideally suited for benchrest and small varmint cartridges such as the 6mm PPC, .22 PPC, 6mm BR, .223 Rem., and .222 Rem. Furthermore, this Hodgdon powder performs superbly in the .204 Ruger and with light match bullets in .308 Winchester, making it a versatile option for rifle enthusiasts.

Featuring small, easy-metering granules, Hodgdon Benchmark ensures consistent flow through progressive presses, a quality highly valued by competitive-shooting reloaders. This precision allows for accurate charge weights, contributing to improved shot consistency with Hodgdon Benchmark gun powder.