Will this Redding 6.5 PRC die set work on my standard reloading press in Australia?

Yes, the Redding 80487 die set features a standard 7/8"-14 thread pitch that is fully compatible with all major single-stage and progressive reloading presses used in Australia, including presses from Redding, RCBS, Hornady, Lyman, and Lee.

Does the Redding 6.5 PRC Full Length Die Set include a shellholder?

No, the shellholder is not included and must be purchased separately. This die set requires a standard #6 shellholder, such as the Redding Part #11006, to properly hold and align your 6.5 PRC brass cases during the sizing and de-priming stroke.

Do I need to lubricate my brass before using the sizing die in this set?

Yes, brass case lubrication is strictly required before running your 6.5 PRC cases through the full-length sizing die. Because the die body is made of non-carbide precision alloy steel, failing to use adequate case lube will result in stuck cases.

Are there any electrical certifications or 240V requirements for this tool?

No, electrical certifications like SAA/RCM and 240V AC power requirements are not applicable to this product. The Redding 6.5 PRC Full Length Die Set is a purely mechanical, hand-operated workshop tool with no electronic components.

6.5 PRC Die Set - Redding 80487

The Redding 2-Die Full Length Sizing & Seating Die Set (Model 80487) is designed for handloading 6.5 Precision Rifle Cartridge (6.5 PRC) bottleneck rifle brass. Machined from alloy steel on precision lathes, heat-treated in atmospheric furnaces, and hand-polished, this mechanical die set restores fired cartridge cases to standard SAAMI factory clearances and seats .264-inch diameter projectiles to specific overall lengths. The sizing die decaps spent primers and expands the case neck in a single stroke, while the seating die features a built-in crimp ring and internal bullet guide for straight-line projectile alignment.

Key Features

Two-Die Configuration: Includes a full-length resizing die with decapping rod and neck expander button, paired with a standard bullet seating die featuring an integrated crimp ring.
SAAMI Dimension Resizing: Returns fired 6.5 PRC brass cases back to factory dimensions for reliable feeding in bolt-action and semi-automatic platforms.
Precision Machined Steel: Manufactured from heat-treated alloy steel to maintain strict internal tolerances over prolonged reloading cycles.
Universal Press Threading: Built with standard 7/8"-14 thread pitch to ensure direct compatibility with major reloading presses.
Included Accessories: Ships with a storage box/loading block, hex adjustment wrench, and a spare decapping pin.

Product Specifications

Calibre Compatibility: 6.5 Precision Rifle Cartridge (6.5 PRC / .264 in bullet diameter)
Mounting Thread: Standard 7/8"-14 TPI
Shellholder Required: Standard #6 shellholder (Redding Part #11006, sold separately)
Die Body Material: Heat-treated, hand-polished alloy steel
Packaged Weight: Approximately 450 g to 550 g

Who is the Redding 6.5 PRC Full Length Die Set for?

6.5 PRC long-range target shooters — relies on standard 7/8"-14 mounting threads to fit standard bench presses, providing reliable SAAMI-spec full-length sizing and consistent .264 in projectile seating for precision rifle cartridges.
6.5 PRC big-game hunters handloading ammunition — uses full-length steel sizing to return .264 in / 6.5 PRC brass back to factory dimensions, ensuring smooth cycling and chambering reliability across field bolt-action rifles.

Less suitable for: Handloaders requiring 0.001 in micrometer seating adjustments or custom neck-tension control without expander balls, who require micrometer competition seating dies or bushing-style sizing dies; cases other than dedicated 6.5 PRC bottleneck brass (such as 6.5 Creedmoor or 6.5x55); or reloading setups operated without external case lubricant on non-carbide steel dies.

SKU	RD41894LP
Model #	80487
Brand	Redding
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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