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The Hornady Lock-N-Load Iron Press is the kind of single-stage machine you buy once and pass down. It rides on a heavy, fully ambidextrous cast iron frame with a triangular design and a spring-assisted 1-1/8 inch solid steel ram, and Hornady built it to be the heaviest and most rigid press in its class. Tight manufacturing tolerances mean your dies line up the same way every pull, which translates to consistent, match-grade ammo year after year. It uses the same mounting pattern as the Hornady AP and Classic presses as well as the RCBS Rock Chucker, so if you're upgrading, the bolt holes likely already line up.
Two things really make this press shine. First is the patented Lock-N-Load bushing system. Instead of threading dies in and out, you lock them into a bushing once, set your depth, and snap them in and out in seconds. Second is the patented Shell Holder Platform, which lets you deprime a case, pause, pull it out to chamfer, deburr, or clean the primer pocket, then drop it back in and prime without losing your place. That flexibility is genuinely rare on a single-stage.
This isn't just a press, it's a complete loading setup. The Auto Prime version adds the gravity-fed Automatic Priming System and an accessory mounting deck that keeps your prep tools right at your fingertips, so more steps happen without reaching across the bench. You get a Lock-N-Load bench scale, powder measure, digital caliper, bullet comparator set, case prep tools, case lube, a reloading handbook, and more. It accepts standard 7/8-14 dies, so your existing die sets drop right in.
If you load precision rifle or just want a rock-solid station that won't flex under full-length sizing, this is a serious piece of gear. The ambidextrous handle works for righties and lefties alike, and the overall rigidity makes resizing big magnum brass feel effortless. It tips the scales around 42 pounds in the box, so it's heavy, but that weight is exactly why it stays planted and true.
The Iron Press accepts standard 7/8-14 threaded dies, so nearly any brand of rifle or pistol dies will fit right in. It also uses Hornady's Lock-N-Load bushing system, which lets you snap dies in and out in seconds once they're set in a bushing. The kit comes with a 3-pack of Lock-N-Load bushings to get you started.
The standard Iron Press comes with a manual prime system, while this Auto Prime kit adds the gravity-fed Automatic Priming System along with the component feed bin and bracket. Paired with the accessory mounting deck, that priming setup lets you handle more steps without stopping, which speeds up your overall workflow. This version is the fuller, more complete package for someone outfitting a bench.
Yes, this is one of the top choices for precision work. Hornady built it to be the heaviest and most rigid single-stage press in its class, and that stiffness means almost no frame flex during full-length sizing, which helps keep runout low and results consistent. The tight manufacturing tolerances are aimed squarely at delivering match-grade ammo.
It uses the same mounting pattern as the Hornady AP and Classic presses as well as the RCBS Rock Chucker, so if you're coming from one of those, the holes should line up. It has three mounting holes, though keep in mind the mounting hardware is not included. Given its weight, bolting it down to a sturdy bench is the way to go.
| UPC | 090255855210 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 085521 |
| Product Type | Reloading Press Kit |
| Shipping Weight | 43.6 |
| Thread Pattern | Multi-Size |
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