Winchester 572 Smokeless Gun Powder: Clean-Burning Shotshell and Pistol Propellant

Winchester 572 is a versatile, small-grain ball powder that bridges shotshell and handgun reloading. It’s formulated to deliver reliable ignition, low residue, and smooth pressure curves across a wide range of gauges and pistol calibers. Whether you’re loading 12 gauge field and target shotshells or building 9mm, .38 Special, or .45 ACP handgun ammunition, Winchester 572 is engineered for consistent velocities and dependable metering.

Built for Shotshell and Handgun Versatility

Winchester 572’s small, dense granules flow predictably through powder measures, shotshell loading presses, and progressive pistol presses alike, supporting consistent charge weights load after load. Its clean-burning formulation minimizes residue and fouling, while its correct burn rate for shotshell work delivers the low-pressure, low-recoil performance reloaders expect from a quality target and field powder.

Application Versatility

Winchester 572 covers an unusually wide range: 12, 16, 20, and 28 gauge shotshell loads for clay target and field use, plus handgun cartridges spanning .25 ACP to .45 ACP and everything in between, including 9mm Luger, .38 Special, and .357 Magnum. If you’re comparing options in the dual-purpose shotshell/pistol class, Winchester WSF offers a similar dual-purpose option geared toward 12 gauge and fast-action pistol calibers, while Winchester AutoComp is a strong dedicated alternative for competition and practice pistol loads.

Load Development

Always use published, manufacturer-tested load data when developing loads with Winchester 572, whether loading shotshells or handgun ammunition. Start at the published minimum charge and work up in small increments, weigh every charge on a calibrated scale, and chronograph each string to find the most consistent load. Keep your components — hull, wad, shot charge, or primer, bullet, and brass lot — constant during development, and document your results so successful loads can be reproduced.

Quick Specs

• Type: Spherical (ball) smokeless powder, shotshell and pistol dual-purpose
• Manufacturer: Winchester
• Best for: 12, 16, 20, and 28 gauge shotshell loads; .25 ACP through .45 ACP handgun loads
• Container size: Confirm against product listing

Safety Reminders

Before loading, review a few important guidelines. Never exceed the loads displayed in your reloading guide. Never mix two powders together, regardless of type, brand, or source. Never substitute any smokeless powder for Black Powder or any Black Powder substitute. Store Winchester 572 in its original, sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from sunlight and heat sources.

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FAQs

Is Winchester 572 a pistol or shotshell powder? Both — it’s a dual-purpose ball powder well suited to 12, 16, 20, and 28 gauge shotshell loads as well as handgun cartridges from .25 ACP to .45 ACP.

Is Winchester 572 clean-burning? Yes, it leaves low residue and meters consistently through powder measures and progressive presses.

Can Winchester 572 be used on a progressive press? Yes, its small, dense granules meter reliably, though you should still verify volumetric charges by weight periodically.

How should I store Winchester 572 long-term? Keep it sealed in its original container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated location away from heat and sunlight. Proper storage keeps powder stable for years.