Which specific reloading press and calibre is the RCBS Shell Plate #39 designed for?

This shell plate is engineered exclusively for the RCBS Pro Chucker 7 progressive reloading press and features 7 cartridge stations specifically machined for .38 Colt Super Auto (.38 ACP) ammunition. It is not compatible with other progressive press brands like Dillon or Hornady, nor can it be used for alternative calibres without changing to a different plate number.

Does this shell plate require any Australian electrical certifications or adapters?

No electrical certifications or regulatory compliance marks such as SAA or RCM are required. As a purely mechanical, heavy-duty hardened steel accessory with no electrical circuitry or 240V power requirements, it is completely exempt from Australian electrical safety regulations.

How should I maintain this hardened steel shell plate for longevity in my reloading workshop?

To ensure long-term durability and prevent corrosion in standard indoor reloading bench environments, keep the precision-machined steel clean of gunpowder residue and brass shavings. A light application of gun oil or rust inhibitor after use will maintain smooth case indexing and protect the metal surface over years of high-volume reloading.

RCBS Shell Plate 39 - RCBS R88970

The RCBS Pro Chucker 7 Shell Plate #39 (Manufacturer Part Number: 88970) is a dedicated progressive reloading accessory designed specifically for the RCBS Pro Chucker 7 Auto Index Progressive reloading press. Precision-machined from heavy-duty hardened steel, this shell plate provides the exact tolerances required to hold and index cartridge cases smoothly through high-volume reloading cycles. It operates as a fully mechanical, press-mounted component, requiring no external power or electrical calibration.

Key Features

7-Station Distribution: Engineered to transition cases smoothly across all 7 progressive stations of the press, allowing handloaders to run advanced configurations including powder-checking, lock-out dies, and automatic bullet feeders.
Precise Alignment: Machined to exact tolerances to ensure optimal brass case alignment, preventing jams, case mouth damage, or indexing errors during the reloading stroke.
Fast Calibre Swapping: Designed to mount easily to the Pro Chucker 7 platform, allowing high-volume reloaders to switch between different cartridge setups with minimal bench downtime.
Hardened Steel Durability: Constructed from heavy-duty steel to withstand continuous mechanical indexing and the upward pressure of resizing and crimping dies.

Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number: 88970
Press Compatibility: RCBS Pro Chucker 7 progressive press
Calibre Compatibility: .38 Colt Super Auto (.38 ACP)
Station Count: 7 indexing stations
Material: Hardened steel
Power Source: Manual/mechanical

Who is the Rcbs Pro Chucker 7 Shell Plate #39 for?

High-volume .38 Colt Super Auto handloaders — requires a dedicated progressive press shell plate configured with 7 cartridge stations to cycle .38 Colt Super Auto (.38 ACP) brass cases through the automated indexing cycle of an RCBS Pro Chucker 7 press.

Less suitable for: Handloaders reloading on progressive presses from other brands, or those reloading calibres other than .38 Colt Super Auto, who require differently sized shell plates or alternative manufacturer-specific mounting geometries.

SKU	RC39276LP
Model #	R88970
Brand	Rcbs
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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