Considering taller press for 338LM

[MJY65]

After many years of loading for a variety of calibers on my RCBS Rockchucker, I've just started loading for 338 Lapua. The longer OAL makes it just a bit close taking loaded rounds out of the window, so I'm thinking about buying a new press to make things easier. The RCBS website says the Rockchucker Supreme is taller, but doesn't give dimensions. Does anyone have one that they could measure for me? I'm also open to suggestions on other presses.

Thanks,
Mike

 

[turtlesniper]

Redding ultramag

 

[HobbyShooter]

Does anyone have one that they could measure for me?

I recently bought a rockchucker supreme master reloading kit, so I imagine I have the rockchucker supreme. What measurements do you want specifically?

 

[mwilkins]

I have a Hornady press and have been pleased with it thus far. No issues with space getting 338 rounds out.

 

[MJY65]

I recently bought a rockchucker supreme master reloading kit, so I imagine I have the rockchucker supreme. What measurements do you want specifically?

I'm looking for the height of the inside of the "O". So from the top of the ram (down position, no shell holder) to the bottom of the top frame bar. Basically, the working space.

Thanks

 

[HobbyShooter]

It looks to be almost 4.5", top of ram (no shell holder) to the bottom of the die opening.

 

[MJY65]

It looks to be almost 4.5", top of ram (no shell holder) to the bottom of the die opening.

Thank You. That's about .75" more than my RCII

 

[varmint slayer]

Says 4" online. I load .338 Lapua with mine and the only real pain is trying to poke the bullet in the case while it is in the press. After its seated its fine to get out.

 

[MJY65]

Says 4" online. I load .338 Lapua with mine and the only real pain is trying to poke the bullet in the case while it is in the press. After its seated its fine to get out.

That's one of the reasons I got the RCBS Gold Medal seating die. You drop the bullet in the window in the side of the die instead of trying to set it on the neck.

 

[Kreeper]

It is 4.5 inches form top of ram to the bottom of press. I load 338 lm with it. Just a little tight when inserting projectile but not a biggie.

 

[P7id10t]

I have a R/C 1 and 2.
Decap only on the I, load w/ no problem on the 2, even the Berger OTMs.

 

[Prospector]

I started with the Hornady 50 BMG press.Load from 50's down to .45 pistol with the quick change die adapters.Takes about 20 seconds.

Steve

 

[wilecoyote]

Rcbs ammomaster

 

[former naval person]

Ultra Mag works for me. Too short for BMG. If you want one of those in the future...buy once.

 

[Iamironman]

+1 for the Ammomaster/Hornady 50 bmg press

 

[turbo54]

The RCBS gold medal seating die has a bullet window, so you actually insert bullet into the die ABOVE the press.

Totally solves the irksome 338LM bullet seating issue on a Rockchucker.

Just a thought.

 

[Flea21]

The RCBS gold medal seating die has a bullet window, so you actually insert bullet into the die ABOVE the press.

Totally solves the irksome 338LM bullet seating issue on a Rockchucker.

Just a thought.

Does that work on my Dillon 550?

 

[jbmillard]

After many years of loading for a variety of calibers on my RCBS Rockchucker, I've just started loading for 338 Lapua. The longer OAL makes it just a bit close taking loaded rounds out of the window, so I'm thinking about buying a new press to make things easier. The RCBS website says the Rockchucker Supreme is taller, but doesn't give dimensions. Does anyone have one that they could measure for me? I'm also open to suggestions on other presses.

Thanks,
Mike

Since you said you were open to other suggestions, I would recommend an arbor press and hand dies for seating. I do this for my .338-416. I use my Rockchucker to resize and then hand dies for seating. This also allows me to do load development at the range.

Brad

 

[barnesuser28]

I use the redding Big boss II for mine, i used my uncles rockchucker about a week ago to size some brass (not 338 Lapua) but felt like i was going to break it, im used to the strength of the Big Boss II

 

[thefitter]

Since you said you were open to other suggestions, I would recommend an arbor press and hand dies for seating. I do this for my .338-416. I use my Rockchucker to resize and then hand dies for seating. This also allows me to do load development at the range.

Brad

Yup...arbor press and Wilson hand dies. Plus it's portable.

 

[Captain Kirk]

I have been on the search for a larger press as well for a 338 Edge, the Forster Coaxial wont do it. The RCBS Summit looks promising, as well as the Ammomaster which can accommodate up to the 50BMG.

 

[oinco]

I have had plenty of success with the Lee presses and 338Edge + 300gr Bergers...coal of over 4.015". Their classic cast press is the best value in a press available imho.

 

[longebow]

Redding T7!

I have spare "turrets" so have my dies set up on the different "long calibers." It saves me lots of time, as my dies are aligned.

Another hint: I use a 1" rubber o-ring (Home Depot or Lowes) under the lock rings, as they help to "center" the dies on the turret.

My run-out for my loaded ammo is 0.002 or less each and every time...

 

[BuzzBoss915]

I'm happy with my RCBS Ammo Master. BB