Which Dillon Reloader is needed for .45-70 Caliber?

#1 · April 5, 2021, 5:27 am

Hi,

I'm new to this Forum.

Looking to buy reloader system, but do not want to make a mistake, as budget is leading factor in decision.

I know I need different dies for each caliber of pistol & rifle, but I need to know if the used 550B model I am considering, is enough for all these calibers:

9mm - Browning 7.62mm - .357 - .40 - .223/5.56mm - .270 cal - 30.06 cal & .45-70 - that's all for now.

Or, do I need to step up to a higher model?
Such as 650/750

Really appreciate your knowledge share.

Best regards,

Lfryklu

#2 · April 6, 2021, 1:36 am

The short direct answer is that the 550 will easily handle the reloading chores for each caliber you identified. I reload ammo as small as .380, as long as 30-06 and as large in diameter as 45 Colt and 45 acp.
The biggest differences between the 550 and the 650/750 is that the 550 requires the operator to manually advance the shell plate, while the 650/750 have an automatic index feature.
Welcome to the Dillon community, a really nice bunch of folks who enjoy making ammo and helping other Dillon folks when broken or out of adjustment issues arise.

Terry

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#3 · April 6, 2021, 4:01 pm

Hi,

Thanks so much for confirming the 550 will work for all identified calibers.

I should have got into this long ago, but never thought things would get as nuts as they are right now, & will be for the next at least 4 years.

All the sharks & mercenaries are actively swimming about taking advantage of everyone & everything, going on.

Thinking I'm jumping in & biting the bullet, is best thing to do in light of cost & availability of ammo ready to go.

Appreciate your confirmation of my question.

Best regards

Lfryklu