RCBS #40 Shell Holder for .475 Linebaugh/.480 Ruger
RCBS hardened steel shell holder #40 designed for .475 Linebaugh and .480 Ruger cartridges. Properly aligns cases with reloading dies in single-stage and turret presses while maintaining precise SAAMI headspacing.
RCBS Single Stage Shell Holder #40
The RCBS #40 shell holder is an essential component for handloaders working with large-bore magnum revolver cartridges. Built from hardened steel, this holder is engineered to deliver the precision and reliability that serious reloaders demand.
Key Features
- Hardened steel construction for durability and long service life
- Precise case alignment with reloading dies in single-stage and turret presses
- SAAMI-compliant headspacing with 0.125-inch case head capture
- Caliber-specific sizing for .475 Linebaugh and .480 Ruger
Design and Function
Shell holders are critical to consistent, safe ammunition reloading. The #40 is sized specifically to accommodate the larger case heads of magnum revolver cartridges. By capturing exactly 0.125 inch of the case head, it ensures proper alignment between the case and die, which is essential for uniform case length, consistent bullet seating depth, and reliable primer pocket dimensions.
Whether you're loading for a Linebaugh or Ruger Alaskan, this holder provides the foundation for precision handloads.
