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Buy Winchester StaBall 6.5 Smokeless Gun Powder

Winchester StaBall 6.5 is in stock now at Primers Reloading, giving precision rifle reloaders a ball powder that stays consistent whether it’s blazing hot or freezing cold. It’s designed for popular cartridges like the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6 Creedmoor, and 7mm-08 Remington, and its smooth metering makes loading faster and more consistent.

What is Winchester StaBall 6.5?

Winchester StaBall 6.5 is a spherical (ball-shaped) smokeless rifle powder from Winchester Smokeless Propellants, a brand licensed by Hodgdon Powder Company. When it launched in 2019, it was introduced as the world’s first temperature-insensitive ball powder, meaning its velocity stays steadier when the weather swings from very hot to very cold.

Hodgdon’s chief ballistician said the powder was built to fill a gap for precision shooters: a powder that meters precisely on a progressive press, stays stable in changing temperatures, and helps fight copper fouling all at once.

Which cartridges use Winchester StaBall 6.5?

Winchester StaBall 6.5 is well suited to high-performance mid-size cartridges, including:

• 6.5 Creedmoor
• 6 Creedmoor
• 6mm GT
• 7mm-08 Remington
• .270 Winchester

Reloaders also use it in other cartridges. Always check Hodgdon’s published load data for your exact cartridge, bullet weight, and primer before loading, since not every cartridge is listed for every powder.

Why reloaders choose Winchester StaBall 6.5

• Temperature insensitive – Velocity stays steadier in extreme heat or cold, which matters for hunters and long-range shooters.
• Precise metering – The round grains flow smoothly, so reloaders can throw very consistent charges. One reloader reported getting about a tenth of a grain of accuracy through a powder thrower.
• Match-grade consistency – Precise metering helps improve velocity and pressure standard deviations, which are key measures of accuracy.
• Higher velocities – Depending on the cartridge, Hodgdon says it can reach 30 to 200 feet per second more than other propellants in its class.
• Copper fouling reducer – Added ingredients help you shoot longer between bore cleanings.
• Fast loading – Hodgdon says handloaders can load it much faster than traditional extruded powders on a single-stage press.
• Environmentally friendly – It’s REACH-compliant and described as an “environmentally green” propellant.

Available sizes

• 1-pound container – Great for trying it out or working up a new load.
• 8-pound container – Best value for high-volume reloaders.

Why buy Winchester StaBall 6.5 from Primers Reloading

• Trusted brand – Winchester Smokeless Propellants is backed by Hodgdon’s long history in powder making.
• In stock and ready to ship – No long waits or backorders.
• Right size for your bench – From a single pound to a full 8-pound container.

Shipping information

Smokeless powder is classified as a hazardous material for shipping, so a few rules apply:

• Ground shipping only — never by air.
• Shipped separately from non-hazmat items, and typically cannot ship in the same box as primers due to combined hazmat limits.
• Requires an adult signature (21+) upon delivery.
• Some states and localities have additional restrictions on powder shipments, and per-order quantity limits may apply.

We handle all of the compliance details on our end, so all you need to do is place your order and be ready to sign when it arrives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is StaBall 6.5 best used for?
It’s built for precision rifle cartridges like the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6 Creedmoor, 6mm GT, 7mm-08 Remington, and .270 Winchester.

Is StaBall 6.5 temperature stable?
Yes. Winchester describes it as the world’s first temperature-insensitive ball powder, stable in both extreme heat and cold.

Does StaBall 6.5 help reduce copper fouling?
Yes. It contains copper fouling reducer additives, so you can often shoot longer between bore cleanings.

Does StaBall 6.5 work in a progressive press?
Yes. Its ball shape meters precisely, and Hodgdon designed it with progressive press loading in mind.

What sizes does StaBall 6.5 come in?
It’s available in 1-pound and 8-pound containers.

Can smokeless powder be shipped to my state?
Most states allow direct shipping, but some states and cities have additional restrictions or quantity limits. Check our shipping policy or contact us before ordering if you’re unsure.