Top 5 Progressive Reloading Presses
Many shooters reload their own ammo in order to deliver a level of precision that exceeds even the best factory loads. Check out a selection of our best progressive reloading presses from top brands like Mark 7 Reloading, Hornady and RCBS to ensure you stay on target and shooting like a pro.
Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Progressive Press Ammo Plant
The Hornady Lock-N-Load Ammo Plant turns any reloading bench into the ultimate reloading factory. This kit combines all of the innovative features found on the Lock-N-Load AP including automatic indexing and 5 die stations with the Hornady automatic bullet feeder and automatic case feeder.
The Lock-N-Load AP press features include; Lock-N-Load quick change technology, fully automatic indexing, 5-station die platform that accepts standard 7/8"-14 threaded dies, and the EZ-ject System that delivers 100% reliable cartridge ejection. This press is capable of loading rifle and handgun cartridges with ease.
Wondering what extra parts to purchase? Well, the ammo plant ships complete with the following:
- Lock-N-Load AP Progressive Press
- Lock-N-Load AP Pistol Bullet Feeder
- Lock-N-Load AP Case Feeder
- 10 - Die bushings
- 6 - Case retainer springs
- 3 - Large cartridge catchers
- Large Primer Tube
- Small Primer Tube
- 3- Large Primer Pickup Tubes
- 3- Small Primer Pickup Tubes
- 2 - Primer Slide Springs
- Pistol Powder Metering Insert
- Rifle Powder Metering Insert
- Powder Cop Die
- Die Wrench
- Vintage Tin Sign
- Case Activated Lower Assembly
- So the only thing left to purchase is the easy access shellplate, reloading dies, appropriate case feeder plate, bullet feeder die, and any additional die bushings you'll need. (all available at MidwayUSA).
Notes:
- The EZ-ject system is designed to work with updated shellplates. Earlier version shellplates are not adaptable with the EZ-ject system. To tell if shellplates need to be updated, turn the shellplate upside down and look for a groove that runs in a circular pattern around the shellplate. If there is no groove present Hornady will modify old shellplates to work with the EZ-ject system.
- Hornady Suggests Spraying all metal parts with Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner-Degreaser and Dry Lubricant before using the press (Sold Separately Item# 270-323)
- Hornady suggests cleaning the powder measure with One Shot Gun Cleaner-Degreaser and Dry Lubricant to remove all oils that could contaminate powder
What Customers Are Saying
Great PRESS!! take your ...
Great PRESS!! take your time and set up dies one at a time. After some seat time you will be cranking out high volumes of ammo with QUALITY. Key points, keep shell plate clean from powder. Get a rhythm, slight hesitation at the bottom of down stroke. when changing shell plates, cycle press until retaining spring seats into groove where the shell enters the plate.- Dave, 6/9/2012
About Hornady
“Ten bullets through one hole” is the philosophy that brought Hornady® Manufacturing from a two-man operation in 1949, to a world-leading innovator of bullet, ammunition, reloading tool and accessory design and manufacture today. Change is their constant and daily challenge. They outperform their competitors by ensuring the products they make are the ones their customers need right now, and accurately predict what they’ll want in the future. They recognize trends, and respect when to leave well enough alone. Their workforce includes an ample number of hunters and competitive shooters, as well as veterans and former law enforcement officers. At Hornady® Manufacturing, ammunition is more than their livelihood. It’s a major part of their daily life.
Shop NowHornady Lock-N-Load AP Progressive Press
The Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Progressive Press is an automatic 5-station press that is full of innovative features. The press features include; Lock-N-Load quick change technology, fully automatic indexing, 5-station die platform that accepts standard 7/8"-14 threaded dies, and the EZ-ject System that delivers 100% reliable cartridge ejection. This press is capable of loading rifle and handgun cartridges with ease.
Wondering what extra parts to purchase? Well, the press comes complete with the following items:
- Lock-N-Load powder measure
- rifle and pistol metering assemblies
- case activated powder drop and linkage
- cartridge catcher
- large and small primer pick-up tubes
- 5 Lock-N-Load Die Bushings
- So the only thing left to purchase is the easy access shellplate, dies, and any additional bushings you'll need for additional calibers. (all available at MidwayUSA).
Notes:
- The EZ-ject system is designed to work with updated shellplates. Earlier version shellplates are not adaptable with the EZ-ject system. To tell if shellplates need to be updated, turn the shellplate upside down and look for a groove that runs in a circular pattern around the shellplate. If there is no groove present Hornady will modify old shellplates to work with the EZ-ject system.
- Hornady Suggests Spraying all metal parts with Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner-Degreaser and Dry Lubricant before using the press (Sold Separately Item# 270-323)
What Customers Are Saying
I just got this press to ...
I just got this press to go along with my Dillon 550 (which it's probably going to replace) and I'm very happy. This press has gotten some bad publicity in the past, but a lot of it no longer applies:The priming system has been redesigned. It no longer has an on/off switch and the punch is now held in place by a nut, not a knurled knob (among other changes). The updated priming system on my new LnL AP is 100% functional, even more reliable than my Dillon 550's. A good feature often overlooked is that spent primers get pushed out directly into a tube which you can direct into a trash can. This keeps my LnL MUCH cleaner than my 550 (which is always getting gummed up and jammed up from spent primer debris).Lee dies do work in this press, although not always in the fifth station (usually not a problem). If you want to use a powder cup in fourth station, a Lee crimp die will probably fit in the fifth station. If you want to use a Lee factory crimp in the fifth station, it will probably NOT fit (especiall...- R. Cort, 2/25/2010
About Hornady
“Ten bullets through one hole” is the philosophy that brought Hornady® Manufacturing from a two-man operation in 1949, to a world-leading innovator of bullet, ammunition, reloading tool and accessory design and manufacture today. Change is their constant and daily challenge. They outperform their competitors by ensuring the products they make are the ones their customers need right now, and accurately predict what they’ll want in the future. They recognize trends, and respect when to leave well enough alone. Their workforce includes an ample number of hunters and competitive shooters, as well as veterans and former law enforcement officers. At Hornady® Manufacturing, ammunition is more than their livelihood. It’s a major part of their daily life.
Shop NowLee Pro 4000 Progressive Press Kit
The Lee Pro 4000 Progressing Press Kit is a true, 4-die progressive press for less than the cost of a premium single stage press. Includes Lee 3 die set (Steel for rifle cartridges, Carbide for handgun), shell plate, Universal Case Feeder, Auto-Drum Powder Measure, Safety Prime, everything you need to start reloading.
Features
- Easy to use with no adjustments
- Modular construction allows as much or as little automation as the operator desires with no adjustments
- Cartridge changeover in seconds, including primer size with no adjustments
- Breech Lock quick change feature in all four positions with no adjustments
- Exclusive auto case placer with no adjustments
- Through ram primer disposal with convenient built-in primer disposal tube
- Includes four colored spline drive breech lock bushings
- Includes large and small priming arms
- Includes ergonomic, wood grip roller handle
- Includes hex wrench for caliber changes with built in storage rack for tools
What Customers Are Saying
Really a nice press
I have this press set up with pretty much every accessory that one can put on it. 4 tube bullet feeder, 4 tube case feeder with collator, auto drum, etc. Using quick change bushings, the spare drums, and shell plates available, it is fairly quick to change calibers. As of the time of this review I have loaded .380, 9mm, 38 special, .357 mag, 40 s&w, .357 sig, 45 acp, and 44 mag on the press to amount to a few thousand rounds and have had no real issues. The only issue I can really think of as a big negative is that the 44 mag rounds won't cycle through the case feeder due to the large diameter and have to be fed in the top of the press manually. I haven't looked into to it much to see if there is another option to remedy the problem. Other than that, the press has been pretty great.- Beau, 6/11/2020
About Lee
If you are thinking about starting to reload, you found the best place to start. Reloading indeed saves you money and no manufacturer saves you more than Lee. Their mission is simple; Produce the best American made value in reloading tools. The Lee family has been producing affordable reloading products since 1958. Their great prices come from patented innovative designs. They are thankful to say Lee Precision products are cast, machined and assembled in the USA. Serving the reloaders of the world for over fifty years!
Shop NowMark 7 Reloading Apex 10 Progressive Press
The Mark 7 Reloading Apex 10 Progressive Press is a commercial-grade manual machine, designed from the ground up to be enhanced with a range of add-on features. Even in stock form, the press has a robust set of features not found on other progressive presses on the market. The most significant improvement over current designs is the 10-station tool head allowing the user to set up each station for a single step for the utmost precision and consistency. From swaging and trimming to a simple powder check, there are enough stations to do it all! The indexing system is smooth and reliable for high productivity.
Features
- Upgradeable with Mark 7 Autodrives and sensors
- Smooth Ergonomic Ambidextrous Handle
- Supports one-pass processing and loading
- Works with new and fired brass
- Precision CNC machined aluminum and steel
Comes Standard with:
- 11” High Speed Case Feeder
- Lyman Stainless Steel Pro Hold Down Die included
- Mechanical Powder Measure
- Standard Priming with all New Shuttle Disk Delivery System - Small/large primer conversion included
- Double Guide Rod support for the tool head creates more stability
10 Station set-up: just one possible set-up. The 10 station tool head offers a large variety of options for all your reloading and case processing needs.
- Station 1: Case feeding
- Station 2: Sizing and decapping
- Station 3: Swage with hold down / Case trim
- Station 4: Primer seat
- Station 5: Case flare/neck expansion
- Station 6: Powder drop
- Station 7: Powder check
- Station 8: Bullet Dropper
- Station 9: Seating
- Station 10: Crimping
What Customers Are Saying
Great reloading machine.
I planned on using this press to produce .45acp ammo for training and Precision (Bullseye) Pistol competition. I give the press 5 stars because of what is AFTER it is set up correctly. I had some primer feeding issues but once they were resolved this machine will just produce quality ammunition. I particularly like its flexibility and the primer being seated on the down stroke of the handle and ram. This is one smooth machine, expensive but smooth.- Tenx100s, 11/16/2021 Shop Now
Lee Auto Breech Lock Pro Progressive Press
The Lee Auto Breech Lock Pro is a true progressive press for less than the cost of a premium single stage press. Order a set of Lee dies and a shell plate, and you have everything you need to start reloading. User has to make initial die adjustment into the Breech Lock bushings. Once set, the Breech Lock system allows for instant change. Lee Auto Breech lock Pro Shell plate is required to use this press, sold separately.
Features
- Easy to use with no adjustments.
- Modular construction allows as much or as little automation as the operator desires with no adjustments.
- Cartridge changeover in seconds, including primer size with no adjustments.
- Breech Lock quick change feature in all four positions with no adjustments.
- Exclusive auto case placer with no adjustments.
- Through ram primer disposal with convenient built-in primer disposal tube.
- Includes four breech lock bushings.
- Includes large and small priming arms.
- Includes ergonomic, wood grip roller handle.
- Includes hex wrenches for caliber changes with built in storage rack for tools.
NOTE: Automatically advances cases up to 2 5/16.” Longer cartridges can be loaded by manually advancing.
What Customers Are Saying
Impressive!
Easy to setup and immediately started using and reloading. I currently use the Hornady AP progressive press, Redding T7, and lee turret press. Hopefully it will hold up has plastic parts. By so far I am impressed.- Rtwolf, 4/29/2018
About Lee
If you are thinking about starting to reload, you found the best place to start. Reloading indeed saves you money and no manufacturer saves you more than Lee. Their mission is simple; Produce the best American made value in reloading tools. The Lee family has been producing affordable reloading products since 1958. Their great prices come from patented innovative designs. They are thankful to say Lee Precision products are cast, machined and assembled in the USA. Serving the reloaders of the world for over fifty years!
Shop Now