Description
Buy Alliant Herco Smokeless Powder for Versatile Loads
Alliant Herco Smokeless Gun Powder is a time-tested, medium-burning powder known for its flexibility across multiple firearm platforms. Originally developed for shotshell loads, Herco has become a go-to powder for handgun, shotgun, and some light rifle loads due to its consistent pressure and clean performance.
Why Choose Alliant Herco Powder?
Alliant Herco offers reloaders a powder that is reliable, consistent, and effective across various applications. Its performance is particularly well-suited for 10, 12, 16, 20, and 28-gauge shotgun shells and large-caliber handgun cartridges.
Key Benefits:
- Medium-slow burn rate for balanced performance
- Proven consistency in pressure and velocity
- Great for upland game and target shooting
- Reduced fouling for cleaner shooting
- Works well with heavy shot loads and magnum handgun rounds
Common Applications of Alliant Herco
Herco powder is designed for both field and target applications. It’s ideal for reloaders looking to craft medium-velocity rounds that deliver solid performance with manageable recoil.
Popular Uses Include:
- Target and field shotgun loads
- Heavy 12-gauge upland game loads
- Magnum pistol cartridges like .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum
- Cowboy action shooting in revolvers
- Reduced rifle loads (in select cases)
Compatible Gauges and Cartridges
| Gauge/Caliber | Application |
| 12 Gauge | Target, upland bird hunting |
| 20 Gauge | Field loads |
| .357 Magnum | Medium-recoil handgun loads |
| .44 Magnum | Magnum revolver loads |
| .45 Colt | Cowboy action & hunting rounds |
Performance You Can Count On
Reloaders appreciate Herco for its even ignition, smooth metering, and versatility. Whether you’re loading for clay shooting or preparing hunting loads, Herco gives you the performance edge.
- Excellent shot patterns in shotgun loads
- Dependable velocities in handguns
- Consistent metering for accurate charge weights
- Ideal for both hunting and sport shooting
Order The Herco Powder Online
Whether you’re an upland bird hunter, a target shooter, or a revolver enthusiast, Alliant Herco Smokeless Powder delivers reliable performance with every shot. Get the powder that shooters have trusted for generations.
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FAQÂ
Q: Can Herco powder be used for both handgun and shotgun loads?
A: Yes, Herco is known for its versatility in both platforms, especially for magnum handgun cartridges and 12- to 20-gauge shotguns.
Q: Is Herco a clean-burning powder?
A: It burns cleaner than older powders in its class, reducing fouling in barrels.
Q: What’s the burn rate of Herco compared to other Alliant powders?
A: Herco is a medium-slow burn rate powder, sitting between faster pistol powders and slower shotgun powders.
Q: Is Herco good for reloading heavy shot loads?
A: Absolutely. It was originally developed for this purpose and performs well with heavy upland and field loads.
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