Hodgdon - Benchmark, 1 lbs Can

Precision-Caliber Extruded Propellant Engineered for Benchrest and Varmint Cartridges

Hodgdon Benchmark 1 lb Can is the ultimate extruded propellant in Hodgdon’s Extreme series, meticulously formulated for precision shooters who demand unrivaled consistency and accuracy. Developed specifically for match-grade and small-caliber cartridges, Benchmark delivers the uniform metering, temperature stability, and clean-burning performance needed to push your loads—and your scores—to the next level.

Featuring small, extruded grains that flow effortlessly through powder measures and progressive presses, Benchmark ensures every charge is virtually identical. This uniformity translates into minimal velocity spread and tighter groupings, key factors in benchrest competition and varmint hunting where one-tenth of an inch can make all the difference. Whether you’re dialing in loads for the 6 mm PPC, 22 PPC, or 6 mm BR, Benchmark’s modernized granule design offers precise control over each increment of powder weight, giving you confidence in repeatable, match-winning performance.

Benchmark excels in a broad range of cartridges prized for precision shooting. In popular small-varmint calibers like .223 Remington and .222 Remington, its balanced burn rate produces consistent pressures and velocities, maximizing ballistic coefficient and downrange energy. The propellant also shines in the .204 Ruger, where its clean-burning formula reduces fouling, allowing you to maintain peak accuracy over extended strings of fire. For light-match bullets in larger calibers such as .308 Winchester, Benchmark’s steady combustion rate ensures predictable trajectory and minimal vertical dispersion, making long-range targets easier to hit.

One of Benchmark’s standout attributes is its insensitivity to temperature extremes. From cold-weather benchrest matches to hot summer varmint hunts, this extruded powder maintains stable performance across a wide temperature range. You’ll experience uniform ignition and burn rates whether ambient conditions dip below freezing or soar into the triple digits. Combined with Hodgdon’s Extreme-series chemistry, Benchmark provides shooters with the confidence that their loads will behave the same way—every time, everywhere.

Key Features:

• Precision Extruded Grains: Small, uniform granules for smooth, consistent metering.

• Temperature Stability: Reliable performance from –40 °F to +120 °F.

• Clean-Burning Formula: Minimal residue for extended barrel life and easier maintenance.

• Optimized for Precision Cartridges: Ideal for 6 mm/22 PPC, 6 mm BR, .223/222 Rem., .204 Ruger, and .308 Win.

• Progressive Press Compatibility: Flows effortlessly through auto-indexing powder measures.

Benefits of Hodgdon Benchmark:

1. Tighter Groups: Uniform granule size and flow ensure each round loads identically, reducing shot-to-shot variance.

2. Consistent Velocities: Modernized grain geometry and Extreme chemistry deliver predictable muzzle speeds for precise hold-overs.

3. Reduced Fouling: Clean combustion keeps your bore clear, minimizing cleaning intervals and maintaining accuracy during long strings.

4. Versatile Applications: From benchrest benches to field varmint stands, Benchmark adapts to a spectrum of small- to medium-caliber cartridges.

5. Australian Quality: Manufactured under strict quality controls to ensure every 1 lb can meets Hodgdon’s exacting standards.

Join the ranks of elite competitors and dedicated varminters who trust Hodgdon Benchmark to unlock the true potential of their rifles. Whether you’re chasing hundred-yard groups on the benchrest or popping prairie dogs at dawn, Benchmark delivers the precision, consistency, and reliability you need to succeed. Elevate your reloading game with Hodgdon Benchmark 1 lb Can—where extreme-series innovation meets match-grade performance.