Hodgdon CLAYS Smokeless Shotgun Powder 14 oz Container

The Hodgdon CLAYS smokeless powder delivers consistent performance for competitive clay shooting and light target loads. This fast-burning powder produces clean combustion with minimal residue, making it a preferred choice for high-volume shooters who demand reliable ignition and consistent velocities.

What Makes This Different

CLAYS powder burns cleaner than most fast-burning powders, leaving significantly less fouling in shotgun barrels and actions. The powder's consistent burn rate produces uniform velocities shot after shot, with standard deviations typically under 15 fps in properly loaded shells. Unlike slower powders that can leave unburned granules, CLAYS achieves complete combustion in standard barrel lengths, maximizing efficiency and reducing cleaning frequency.

Key Features

• Fast burn rate optimized for 12, 16, 20, and 28 gauge light target loads
• Exceptionally clean burning with minimal barrel fouling
• Consistent metering through progressive and single-stage presses
• Temperature stable performance across typical shooting conditions
• 14-ounce container provides approximately 875-1,000 rounds depending on charge weight
• Compatible with standard shotshell primers and modern plastic hulls
• Spherical powder design ensures uniform powder charges

CLAYS excels in competitive shooting environments where consistent performance matters most. Trap and skeet shooters appreciate the powder's ability to produce uniform patterns and predictable point of impact across extended shooting sessions. The clean-burning characteristics reduce action fouling in semi-automatic shotguns, maintaining reliable cycling during tournament competition. Reloaders report excellent results with 7/8 to 1-1/8 ounce shot charges in 12 gauge applications.

Technical Specs

• Powder type: Spherical, double-base smokeless
• Burn rate: Fast (similar to 700-X, Red Dot)
• Container size: 14 ounces (396 grams)
• Recommended gauges: 12, 16, 20, 28 gauge shotshells
• Typical charge range: 14.0-19.0 grains (consult current data)
• Manufactured by: Hodgdon Powder Company, USA
• Storage: Cool, dry location away from heat and ignition sources

Hodgdon CLAYS represents decades of powder development focused specifically on clay target applications. The consistent performance and clean-burning characteristics make this powder an efficient choice for competitive shooters who reload in volume and demand reliable results.