Hodgdon HS-6 is a top-tier spherical propellant known for its outstanding versatility across both pistol and shotshell applications. Designed with a fine-grained composition that promotes smooth metering and reliable ignition, HS-6 performs exceptionally in pistol cartridges such as 9mm, .38 Super, .40 S&W and 10mm, delivering consistent pressures and tight velocity spreads. Equally effective in shotshell reloading, it provides ideal performance for heavy field loads across 28-, 20, 12 and 10 Gauge platforms. As a direct equivalent to the discontinued Winchester 540, HS-6 preserves the legacy of a beloved powder while being proudly manufactured in the USA. It remains a dependable go-to choice for handloaders seeking accuracy, clean-burning consistency and flexible load development.

• A fine spherical propellant ideal for precise pistol and shot shell reloading
• HS-6 performs exceptionally in 9mm, .38 super, .40 S&W and 10mm pistol cartridges
• Excellent choice for heavy field loads in 10 gauge, 12 gauge, 20 gauge and 28 gauge shot shells
• HS-6 powder offers outstanding performance for spherical propellant applications
• Formulated to match the performance of discontinued Winchester 540