Product Overview and Introduction

Achieve pinpoint match-grade accuracy, extreme temperature insensitivity, and ultra-consistent velocity spreads across your favorite precision rifle calibers with IMR 8208 XBR Smokeless Powder (8 lb). Developed specifically to meet the rigorous demands of competitive high-power rifle shooters and precision handloaders, IMR 8208 XBR is a fast-to-medium burning extruded (stick) propellant that delivers exceptional performance in smaller capacity match cartridges.

Whether you are handloading high-volume match ammunition for the .223 Remington / 5.56 NATO, crafting sub-MOA precision loads for the .308 Winchester, or developing flat-shooting rounds for the 6mm ARC and .204 Ruger, purchasing an 8-pound jug delivers the lot consistency, economic value, and reliable ballistics required by high-volume competitive marksmen.

Match-Grade Precision and Bulk Economy

Engineered using advanced chemical formulation, IMR 8208 XBR offers distinct advantages on the reloading bench while providing the cost efficiency of bulk packaging:

• Lot Consistency & Bulk Value: Purchasing an 8-pound jug ensures identical burning rates across massive reloading batches, saving money while eliminating the need to re-work load data between smaller containers.

• Extreme Temperature Insensitivity: Formulated to maintain identical velocity and pressure stability regardless of whether you are competing in freezing morning conditions or scorching afternoon heat.

• Fast-to-Medium Burn Rate: Perfectly tuned for high-accuracy benchrest, F-Class, and tactical rifle cartridges utilizing medium-to-light projectile weights.

• Extruded Stick Uniformity: Precision-cut short grains meter exceptionally well through volumetric powder measures, ensuring minimal charge weight variance and low standard deviations.

The Professional Choice for Bulk Precision Match Reloading

When your high-volume reloading regimen demands a specialized, temperature-stable propellant in an economical 8-pound container that delivers unmatched accuracy in dominant match calibers like .223 Rem and .308 Win, IMR 8208 XBR Smokeless Powder stands out as a top-tier competition essential.

Key Features and Benefits

• Match Caliber Staple: Exceptional performance in .223 Remington, .308 Winchester, 6mm ARC, .204 Ruger, and 6.8 SPC.

• Economic Bulk Size: 8-pound jug provides maximum value and lot uniformity for competitive shooters and high-volume handloaders.

• Quality Assurance: Extensively laboratory tested for lot-to-lot burning rate uniformity and long-term shelf stability.

• Available Packaging: Economical 8-pound bulk jug designed for frequent competitors and high-volume reloading setups.

Specifications

• Product Type: Smokeless Powder (Extruded / Short Stick)

• Brand: IMR

• Powder Family: IMR 8208 XBR

• Burning Rate: Fast-to-Medium

• Primary Applications: .223 Remington, .308 Winchester, 6mm ARC, .204 Ruger, and Match Rifle Cartridges

• Packaging Size: 8 lb Bulk Jug

• Storage Requirement: Store in a cool, dry place away from heat, sparks, open flames, and direct sunlight