Is Accurate 3100 good for .50 BMG?

Accurate 3100 is commonly listed for .50 BMG (burn-rate rank #80). Other powders reloaders use for .50 BMG include Reloader 33, N105, H50BMG. Verify charges against a published load manual.

Is Accurate 3100 good for .338 Lapua Magnum?

Accurate 3100 is commonly listed for .338 Lapua Magnum (burn-rate rank #80). Other powders reloaders use for .338 Lapua Magnum include MRP2, S365, AR 2217. Verify charges against a published load manual.

Is Accurate 3100 good for .300 Remington Ultra Magnum?

Accurate 3100 is commonly listed for .300 Remington Ultra Magnum (burn-rate rank #80). Other powders reloaders use for .300 Remington Ultra Magnum include Retumbo, AR 2218, Reloader 25. Verify charges against a published load manual.

Accurate 3100 Powder — Burn Rate, Substitutes & Typical Cartridges

Very slow ball powder originally positioned for the .50 BMG and similar ultra-magnum cartridges. Was among the slowest commercial rifle powders available before being discontinued after Western Powders acquired the Accurate Arms brand. No direct replacement was issued; H50BMG fills a similar role.

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