Uranium powder can readily be prepared by hydriding solid uranium and by the decomposition of the hydride. The powder particles are of –325 mesh size. This powder compacts to density varying between 12 and 14 gm/cc. Sintering subsequent to compacting results in a material of high strength characterized by a slight porosity and coarse grain structure. Hot pressing uranium powder in the alpha temperature range at pressures of approximately 10 to 15 tsi results in a material of perfect density and a small grain structure. Hot compacting uranium powder is a process perfectly feasible for production.