BENEFITS

The RL550C has a manually indexed shellplate making it easier to master the various steps of reloading. Manual indexing also gives the operator greater control over each individual step in the loading process. Caliber changes are simple and require fewer parts than other machines which makes it less expensive to convert to another cartridge.

CASE FEEDER

An automatic casefeed system, similar to the one used on Dillon's commercial-grade Super 1050 machine and the XL 650, is now available for YOUR RL 550B or C! You simply dump a quart of cases into the hopper and turn it on. The motor-driven disc fills the case feed tube, a micro-switch shuts off the motor when the tube is full, and automatically restarts it when low. This case feeder only works for the handgun calibers listed under the casefeed caliber conversions. Rifle cases are too tall to feed with this system. 

Large Pistol Casefeeder 

Small Pistol Casefeeder 

HOW IT WORKS

Reloading with Dillon’s RL 550C is Easy as 1-2-3! 

Most shooters realize that reloading is the most economical way to enjoy their sport, but many shooters are unaware of just how simple it is to reload. In fact, Dillon’s RL 550C is the easiest progressive loader in the world to learn to reload with. How can we make that statement? Simple. Since all of the reloading steps are performed with a stroke of the handle, there is less to remember (or forget) than with an old-fashioned single-station press. Skeptical? Just watch this short video to see how easy it really is. 

 

No Adjustments 
Of all the steps in reloading, the adjustment of the reloading dies is the most critical. With the Dillon RL 550C’s removable toolhead, your dies will stay in perfect adjustment. There’s no need to screw them in and out even when changing calibers! The RL 550C functions perfectly with any standard 7/8” x 14 die set. There’s less to go wrong, less to remember. 

It’s Your Choice 
You can struggle along with a slow, cumbersome single-station press with all its adjustments, changes and secrets, or make your life easier with a progressive RL 550C. If you’re thinking about a competitor’s reloader, before you put your money down, consider this: Dillon will let you try the RL 550C for 30 days. If it doesn’t live up to our claims, or your expectations, return it. We’ll refund your money. Our warranty is simple: If it breaks, we’ll fix it FREE for as long as you own it. 

Rifle and Pistol

The RL 550C will produce match-quality ammo for over 160 different rifle and pistol calibers. 

Dies sold separately. 

The Base Model RL550C includes:

• Powder measure with standard large and small powder bars - small installed.  Small bar throws from 2.1 - 17 grs of powder large bar throws up to  50 - 55 grs of powder.
• Prime system includes large and small priming parts
• Large and small primer pick up tubes (1 ea)
• Low Primer Alarm
• Four Station Toolhead
• Powder Die
• Loaded Cartridge Catch Bin
• Written Instruction Manual
• Set of Standard Allen wrenches

You will also need (at a minimum):

• Die set (dies are not included with the base unit) 
• Powder scale
• Reloading Handbook 
• Dial caliper
• Primer flip tray
• Case lube (for bottleneck cartridges)

I suggest that you also get:

• Dillon dies, which are designed for high speed use.
• Extra primer pick-up tubes, if loading more than 100 - 200 rounds per sitting.
• If you are loading more than 500 rounds per reloading session, then the RF-100 Electric Primer Filler is an accessory well worth considering.
• A machine cover to keep the unit dust free.

To change calibers, you will need: 

• A Die set for the new caliber. 
• A Caliber Conversion Kit. 
• If you have the optional electric casefeeder you may need a different casefeed plate. 

If you want to leave your dies preset, you'll need: 

• Toolhead (#13909)
• Powder die (#20064)
• OR the 550 Quick Change (#22058),which includes a powder measure, powder die, toolhead and a toolhead stand. This allows you to leave your dies and powder charge set up and dedicated to a specific cartridge for faster, easier caliber changes.