Alliant Smokeless Powders

Alliant Powder has been a trusted name in handloading for generations, producing some of the most widely used smokeless powders for rifle, handgun, and shotshell reloading. Whether you're developing precision rifle ammunition, reliable hunting loads, accurate handgun cartridges, or dependable shotgun shells, Alliant offers a broad selection of powders designed to deliver consistent performance and dependable results.

Many of the most recognizable powder names in the reloading industry come from Alliant. Bullseye® remains a favorite for handgun target loads, while Unique® has earned its reputation as one of the most versatile smokeless powders ever produced. Red Dot®, Green Dot®, Blue Dot®, and 2400® continue to serve reloaders across a wide range of handgun and shotshell applications. For rifle shooters, the Reloder® series—including Reloder 15®, Reloder 16®, Reloder 17®, Reloder 23®, Reloder 26®, and Reloder 33®—offers outstanding options for precision shooting, hunting, and long-range performance.

Reloaders appreciate Alliant powders for their dependable lot-to-lot consistency, clean-burning characteristics, and broad application across many popular cartridges. Choosing the correct powder for your cartridge, bullet weight, and intended use is essential for producing safe, accurate ammunition. Always consult current published load data and begin with the recommended starting charge before working up any load.

At ReloadingEverything.com, you'll find Alliant smokeless powders along with premium bullets, brass, primers, reloading dies, presses, and accessories to complete your handloading bench. Whether you're loading for the range, the field, or competition, Alliant powders continue to be a trusted choice for reloaders worldwide.

Featured Product Families

• Bullseye®

• Unique®

• Red Dot®

• Green Dot®

• Blue Dot®

• Herco®

• 2400®

• Reloder® 15

• Reloder® 16

• Reloder® 17

• Reloder® 23

• Reloder® 26

• Reloder® 33

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

What is Alliant smokeless powder used for?

Alliant manufactures smokeless powders for rifle, handgun, and shotshell reloading, supporting applications that range from target shooting and hunting to precision competition.

What is Alliant Unique powder best known for?

Unique is one of the most versatile smokeless powders available and has been used successfully in numerous handgun cartridges and selected shotshell loads for many years. Always use published load data for your specific application.

What are Alliant Reloder powders used for?

The Reloder series is designed primarily for rifle cartridges and includes powders suitable for hunting, precision target shooting, and long-range applications. Each Reloder powder has its own burn rate and intended cartridge range.

Is Bullseye a good powder for handgun reloading?

Bullseye has long been a popular choice for target handgun ammunition because of its fast burn rate and efficiency in many pistol cartridges. Always verify your load with current published data.

Where can I find Alliant load data?

Always consult the latest Alliant Powder load data or a reputable reloading manual before assembling ammunition. Follow all published safety recommendations.