Hodgdon Varget VAR1 Smokeless Extruded Rifle Powder, 1 lb

Hodgdon Varget VAR1 is a versatile smokeless extruded rifle powder designed for consistent performance across a broad range of popular cartridges. As one of Hodgdon’s Extreme Extruded Powders, Varget uses small extruded grains that promote uniform metering and dependable ignition. Its formulation is engineered to provide reduced sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures, helping support more consistent results across changing shooting conditions.
Varget delivers strong energy and reliable velocity within its burn-rate class, making it a popular choice for precision rifle, competitive match, and general-purpose reloading applications. The powder is especially well suited for .223 Remington loads using heavy bullets, while also providing excellent performance in cartridges such as .22-250 Remington, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and .375 H&H Magnum. Its clean-burning characteristics can help simplify firearm maintenance while supporting repeatable accuracy when used with appropriate components and published loading data.
This Hodgdon rifle powder is packaged as one 1-pound container and carries part number VAR1. Whether you are preparing ammunition for competition, varmint hunting, target shooting, or big-game applications, Varget offers a balanced combination of metering consistency, temperature stability, ignition reliability, and velocity potential. Always use current, reputable reloading manuals and follow established safety procedures when selecting components and developing loads. Do not exceed published maximum charges, and verify compatibility with your specific firearm, cartridge, bullet, and primer combination.

Features:

• Type: Smokeless extruded rifle powder

• Brand: Hodgdon

• Part Number: VAR1

• Weight: 1 lb

• Quantity: 1 container

• Performance: Temperature-insensitive formulation designed for consistent results in varying conditions

• Metering: Small extruded grains support uniform powder measurement

• Applications: Suitable for .223 Remington, .22-250 Remington, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, .375 H&H Magnum, and other compatible cartridges

• Burn Characteristics: Clean-burning formulation for reliable ignition and simplified maintenance