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Unread 09-13-2024, 03:20 PM   #1
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Default Reloading 30 Luger Powder Tube

I have a Dillon RL1100 Progressive Press. I am currently reloading for 30 Lugar, 7.65X21 with an old RCBS Rockchucker single stage press. I would like to speed up the process by using the Dillon. I cannot find a powder drop tube that will work with the Dillon Powder measurer. Will a powder drop tube for .223 work or does anyone have a suggestion?
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Unread 09-13-2024, 05:15 PM   #2
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I have reloaded a "ton" of 30 Luger brass with my Dillon press,......but it is a 650 model. I have never owned, or used a model 1100. Have you contacted Dillon here in Phoenix Az. They are great people to deal with, and very helpful. Just a thought.
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Yes I did, it was the first thing I did in an attempt to locate a proper powder tube. They told me that they did not make a drop tube for the 30 Luger.
When you use your Dillon, what drop tube do you use?
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The 650 press uses the drop tube that came with the 30 Luger conversion kit. I have no idea if it is also used in other caliber conversions or not. Obviously it is the correct size to just enter the re-sized 30 Luger brass neck and deliver the powder charge. I have no idea just what setup the 1100 press utilizes. Sorry I can't be more help.
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Interesting, a phone call to Dillon about the 30m Luger and I was told that there is no conversion kit for the 30 Luger. I will have to call somebody who knows what they are talking about.

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Bob,

The Dillon 650 conversion kit is for "30 Luger-30 Mauser" #21107. I hope this will help.
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You're probably looking for the Dillon powder funnel # 12845, for a .32 handgun.

https://www.dillonprecision.com/s000233
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I do not think a case mouth expansion of .32 is good for a .30 case.
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The powder funnel is most likely (I don't have one to measure, but I will soon) made for a bullet in the .312" diameter or so. Which is close to what .30 Luger projectiles would be.

It may require some polishing-down, or a quick trip onto a lathe, but it could be made to work.

When it comes to loading the .30 Luger, some modifications and adjustments are to be expected.
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.32 ACP = 7.65 x 17, .30 Luger = 7.65 x 21, so you should be fine.
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I finally got someone at Dillon who knows their business. The proper part is #12845 for .32 handgun. I have loaded for the 30 Luger on a RCBS, single stage, 55 Yr. old press,
a Rockchucker, but I wanted to speed up the process. The drop tube is on the way.
Thanks for everybody's help!!
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I love it when a plan comes together......Congrats!!
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