IMR 8208 XBR Smokeless Gun Powder

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IMR 8208 XBR Smokeless Gun Powder

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IMR 8208 XBR Smokeless Gun Powder

IMR 8208 Smokeless Powder

The latest in the versatile IMR line of fine propellants, this accurate
metering, super short grained rifle powder was designed expressly for match, varmint,
and AR sniper cartridges. Ideally suited for cartridges like the 223 Remington/5.56mm,
308 Winchester/7.62mm NATO and the 6mm PPC, shooters will find IMR 8208 XBR totally
insensitive to changes in temperature, while yielding max velocities.

Hodgdon IMR 8208 XBR smokeless rifle powder is a medium burn propellant that is ideal for match, varmint and AR sniper cartriges. 8208 XBR yields maximum velocities and amazing accuracy. This propellant is preferred by many varmint rifle hunters. A great choice for 223 Remington, 308 Winchester, the 6mm PPC and many others.

WARNING: This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

IMR 8208 Smokeless Powder

Brand	IMR
Dimensions	N/A
Hazmat Class	1.4C
Product Model	8208 XBR
Size	1#
Weight	1.139 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is IMR 8208 XBR best for?

IMR 8208 XBR is a short-grained, medium-burn rifle powder built for match, varmint, and AR loads. It's a strong fit for the .223 Remington/5.56, .308 Winchester/7.62 NATO, and 6mm PPC. The short grains meter cleanly through a powder measure, and it's designed to hold steady across temperature changes.

2. What's the difference between 8208 XBR and Varget?

8208 XBR burns faster than Varget on Hodgdon's burn-rate chart. In the .223 it covers a broad range of bullet weights, while Varget tends to favor heavier bullets. Both are popular in the .308. They aren't interchangeable, so use the published data for whichever powder you choose.

3. Is IMR 8208 XBR the same as Hodgdon Benchmark?

No. Benchmark is a slightly faster extruded powder that shows up in many of the same cartridges, like the .223 and 6mm PPC. They're separate powders with separate data, so don't load one at the other's charge weight. Benchmark is a good one to look at if 8208 XBR is out of stock.

4. Where can I find IMR 8208 XBR load data?

Hodgdon's free Reloading Data Center has IMR 8208 XBR data for the .223, .308, 6mm PPC, and a range of other match and varmint cartridges, and current reloading manuals list it too. Start at the listed starting charge and work up carefully.

5. Is 8208 XBR a good powder for AR-15 loads?

Yes, that's one of the jobs it was designed for. 8208 XBR is a strong fit for the .223/5.56 in an AR-15, and Hodgdon publishes data for it across a range of bullet weights, including heavy 77 grain match bullets. Its short grains also meter consistently in a progressive press. As with any gas-gun load, stay within published data so your rifle cycles reliably.

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New powder for me but getting 7 ES for my first batch after ladder test. Slightly higher velocity than 3 sources say, but temps in the 102*

5 stars

What good is it if never available!

Powder Valley is awesome.

Awesome product! Preformed well.

Product was shipped quickly and has a good price point.

Aside from the click and wait over and over item was delivered in less than a week.

There is a reason the label is gold

One of my favorite powder for the 22-250, great results and easy to load.

Works great for my 308 load. Std Deviation of 8.6.

My loading manual recommended this powder for my 22-250. It performs quite nicely.

5 stars

I've waited several years for this powder to come in. Most glad to get an alert it had.

5 stars

Hard powder to get hold of, sells out quickly. Best powder I’ve found for reloading 308.

Shoots sub 1" groups with my 6.5 Grendel.
Not affected by the extreme temperature changes.
Took 2 whitetail deer with this powder, in my 6.5 Grendel. Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great powder for 6.8 SPC and 6.5 grendel

5 stars

Arrived as advertised. Have already used a pound on 7.62 and 6.5 Grendel.

Hello, I would rate a higher score but I haven't used the powder yet.

Powder Valley came through again

5 stars

Great service! Prompt shipping

This powder is hard to find, much less at a decent price. Here and 1 other place I found this. This powder is great for lots of different cartridges, and it us temperature friendly. This was shipped promptly and arrived quickly!

Very accurate powder in Grendel, Valkyrie and 223. Thank you Powder Valley for having it available.

5 stars

Awesome service and fast shipping. Great prices!!

Outstanding powder for my uses. 556/6.5 Grendel. Unfortunately price has gone through the roof, as with all things reloading. Powder Valley had it in stock and shipped it quickly as usual.

Powder Valley always seems to do a great job of getting my orders correct and out as soon as can be expected. IMR 8208 is my favorite powder for 22BR, .204 Ruger and .223. Glad to get some again.