What thread size does the Hornady 45-70 Govt Full Length Die use, and will it fit my existing reloading press?

The Hornady 046567 die features standard industry 7/8"-14 threads. It is designed to fit standard single-stage and progressive reloading presses utilizing this common thread pitch, such as the Lee Precision Reloader Single Stage Press.

Does this die come as part of a complete set, or is it just for full-length sizing?

This product is an individual full-length resizing and decapping die only, distinct from a complete 3-die set. It restores fired 45-70 Government brass cases to factory SAAMI dimensions while ejecting the spent primer, but you will need separate dies for expanding case mouths and seating bullets.

Do I need to use case lubricant when operating this steel rifle sizing die?

Yes, full-length steel rifle sizing dies like the Hornady 45-70 Govt die strictly require proper case sizing wax or spray lubricant prior to every sizing cycle. Operating this die dry will result in a stuck case inside the chamber.

Are there any electrical compliance or SAA/RCM certifications required for this tool in Australia?

No, electrical certifications do not apply to this product. The Hornady 45-70 Govt Full Length Die is a completely manual, unpowered workshop tool that does not run on mains power and requires no 240V components or Australian SAA/RCM approvals.

45-70 Reloading Die - Hornady 046567

The Hornady Custom Grade New Dimension Full Length Sizing Die (Model 046567) is an individual reloading die designed for .45-70 Government brass cases. Built to mount on standard reloading presses, it restores fired cases to factory SAAMI external dimensions while simultaneously decapping the spent primer. The polished internal profile prevents brass galling, ensuring consistent cycling and chambering for firearms chambered in .45-70 Government.

Key Features

Full-Length Sizing and Decapping: Returns fired brass to factory SAAMI exterior dimensions and expels spent primers in a single press stroke.
Zip Spindle™ Adjustment: Employs light threads cut into the spindle rod and collet to facilitate incremental height adjustments or rapid vertical movement without slippage.
Sure-Loc™ Lock Ring: Features a split-ring design with wrench flats that clamps around the threads to prevent thread damage without driving set screws into the die body.
Polished Interior: Precision-polished internal chamber minimises friction and case sticking throughout the sizing stroke.

Product Specifications

Brand: Hornady
Model Number: 046567
Die Type: Full-length sizing and decapping die
Calibre Compatibility: .45-70 Government
Nominal Bullet Diameter: 0.458 in
Mounting Thread: 7/8"-14 thread
Operation: Manual / unpowered reloading press accessory
Packaged Weight: Approximately 250–320 g

Who is the Hornady 45-70 Govt Full Length Die for?

Reloaders loading 45-70 Government ammunition for lever-action and single-shot rifles — sizes fired cases back to factory dimensions using industry-standard 7/8"-14 thread press tooling to ensure dependable chambering and extraction in Marlin 1895, Winchester 1886, or Ruger No. 1 platforms.
Hunters targeting large feral game with 45-70 firearms — produces consistent cartridge dimensions for 0.458 in bullet diameter projectiles, ensuring reliable cycling in heavy-recoil field environments across mixed brass lots.

Less suitable for: Dry sizing operations or alternate chamberings. This steel sizing die must not be operated without dedicated case sizing wax or spray lubricant to prevent stuck cases, cannot be used with necked cartridges or calibres other than .45-70 Government, and does not flare case mouths or seat bullets, which require an expanding die or a complete 3-die set.

SKU	HN42635LP
Model #	046567
Brand	Hornady
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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