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XD Niner · June 16, 2005, 10:03 PM

I am considering buying a Dillon 550B to reload .45ACP. I've seen estimates of 400-500 rounds per hour with this press with some of the key accessories. My question is, how long will it really take to process the rounds when considering all steps of the process? This includes not just those executed with the progressive press but case cleaning, lubing, setup for session (assuming no die changes required) and cleanup. For instance, how long would it take those of you who own this press to produce 1000 rounds in a single session assuming you are starting with just the dirty brass?

And to sneak in a second question, how much cost per round for just the components (primer, powder and bullet) assuming you have "free" brass?

June 16, 2005, 10:03 PM	#1
XD Niner Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 2004 Location: Northcentral Florida Posts: 161	True Throughput on Dillon 550B? I am considering buying a Dillon 550B to reload .45ACP. I've seen estimates of 400-500 rounds per hour with this press with some of the key accessories. My question is, how long will it really take to process the rounds when considering all steps of the process? This includes not just those executed with the progressive press but case cleaning, lubing, setup for session (assuming no die changes required) and cleanup. For instance, how long would it take those of you who own this press to produce 1000 rounds in a single session assuming you are starting with just the dirty brass? And to sneak in a second question, how much cost per round for just the components (primer, powder and bullet) assuming you have "free" brass? __________________ CONSISTENCY -It's only a virtue if you're not a complete screwup.