Description
The Hodgdon BL-C(2) is a versatile, multi-caliber smokeless rifle powder with deep military roots. Originally developed for the 7.62 NATO cartridge, BL-C(2) carries its battle-proven consistency onto today’s civilian reloading bench, where it remains one of Hodgdon’s most adaptable rifle propellants.
Hodgdon publishes load data for a wide range of centerfire rifle cartridges. BL-C(2) is especially well-suited to the 223 Remington, 204 Ruger, 17 Remington, and 22 PPC, and its 7.62 NATO heritage makes it a natural fit for 308 Winchester and similar 7.62mm chambers. As with all Hodgdon powders, reloaders should consult a current reloading manual for the specific cartridge, bullet weight, and projectile combination they plan to use.
This 1 lb container is the standard retail size for the home reloader. Made in the USA by Hodgdon Powder Co., the spherical BL-C(2) kernels meter cleanly through powder measures. The product is classified as HAZMAT for both air and ground shipment.









