Comparing AR-Comp with H4895

[Laurie]

I can tell you AR Comp fills up a 223 case more at the same charge weight and causes more pressure. The kernals are also heavier than 4895 by a good bit. It shoots good though.

I tested AR-Comp against the now banned in the UK H4895 in a long-freebore 223 F rifle and also found it rather 'quicker' than the Hodgdon grade. Very consistent results though, and an excellent powder. In the UK it is eye-wateringly expensive, assuming you can find a tin. Results here:

https://www.targetshooter.co.uk/?p=3934

 

[saunaking]

I tested AR-Comp against the now banned in the UK H4895 in a long-freebore 223 F rifle and also found it rather 'quicker' than the Hodgdon grade. Very consistent results though, and an excellent powder. In the UK it is eye-wateringly expensive, assuming you can find a tin. Results here:

https://www.targetshooter.co.uk/?p=3934

Fantastic read; thank you.

 

[BoydAllen]

AR Comp has a somewhat unique reaction to differences in temperature.

 

[BoydAllen]

I should have included this in my earlier post. Thanks for providing such an informative and detailed post.

 

[6BRA]

AR Comp has a somewhat unique reaction to differences in temperature.
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Why is AR Comp the Red Headed Step Child?

So if one is looking for another powder to use in a .223 trainer for banging steel out to 700-800 yards this would be a good powder to try?

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