IMR Green
IMR Green as the name goes is a smokeless gunpowder manufactured by the trusted name IMR meaning Improved Military Rifle. The company has been in existence for 80 years. IMR Green introduced in the late 2017 is new to IMR family. It was built to work in small bore rifles. After some years, it started gaining attention from hunters and gun enthusiasts. imr powders
- Reduce copper fouling is a main attribute of this IMR powder. This is a common problem with many fast burning powders,
and it can negatively impact the accuracy of the rifle over time. But IMR green stands out because it reduces copper fouling which boost the accuracy of the weapon, reduces cleaning time and also increase the life span of the barrel.
- Uniformity: IMR Green is a uniform powder that is spherical in shape, which means that it has a consistent size and shape. This consistency allows for more accurate and precise shots, as each shot will perform the same way.
- Fast Burn Rate: IMR Green has a fast burn rate, which means that it generates a large amount of gas pressure quickly. This is important for small bore rifles, which require a quick burn rate to achieve high velocities.
- Versatility: IMR Green is a versatile powder that can be used for a variety of cartridges. This makes it an excellent choice for those who own multiple rifles and want to use the same powder for reloading.
- Recoil with this ammo is low. IMR Green has a reduced recoil compared to other gunpowders on the market. This makes it an excellent choice for those who are sensitive to recoil or for those who want to reduce the recoil of their rifle.
- Less sensitivity to temperature. This powder is less sensitive to temperature changes than other gunpowders on the market. Meaning it does not drop in performance no matter the weather conditions.
Composition
This powder is a single based powder. So it composed of nitrocellulose only. The powder is spherical in shape, and it has a uniform size and shape. Which allows for consistent performance. The powder is green in color, hence the name IMR Green.
Warning About Smokeless Powder:
- Do not exceed the loads displayed in the reloaders guide.
- Never mix any two powders regardless of type, brand, or source.
- Never substitute any smokeless powder for Black Powder or any Black Powder substitute.
Mathew jennings (verified owner) –
It’s been somewhat cleaner burning for me, otherwise much the same.
j jennette (verified owner) –
It’s been somewhat cleaner burning for me, otherwise much the same.
remy cardoso (verified owner) –
I tried some a while back. It works as advertised. No reason not to buy it.
kai jamaal (verified owner) –
Just bought 8lbs of green,so I will be watching this thread. Hope we learn something good here.