Redding Type S Elite Bushing Die Set .280 Ackley Improved
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Redding Type S Elite Bushing Die Set .280 Ackley Improved Product description

  1. Type S Bushing System: This die set utilizes Redding's renowned Type S bushing system, allowing reloaders to precisely control neck tension by simply swapping out bushings (sold separately). This innovative feature significantly extends brass life and enhances accuracy by minimizing work-hardening during resizing.

  2. Competition Seating Die: Included is a micrometer-adjustable Competition Seating Die, ensuring unmatched bullet seating depth consistency. This precision adjustment, combined with a free-floating seating stem, prevents bullet deformation and improves overall concentricity for superior accuracy.

  3. Full Length Sizing & Body Dies: The set includes a Full Length Sizing Die to restore spent cases to factory specifications and a Body Die for precise body sizing without touching the case neck. This combination offers unparalleled control, essential for reliable feeding, especially in custom or tight chambers common among precision shooters and serious hunters.

  4. Unmatched Precision: Redding dies are manufactured with exceptional attention to detail, using high-quality American steel that is heat-treated to exact specifications. The dies feature polished inner surfaces to reduce friction and prevent scratching, ensuring smooth operation and prolonged brass life. This commitment to quality makes achieving sub-MOA accuracy more attainable.

ABOUT THE Redding Type S Elite Bushing Die Set .280 Ackley Improved

The Redding Type S Elite Bushing Die Set for .280 Ackley Improved stands out in the reloading world due to its unparalleled precision and versatility, setting it apart from standard die sets. engineered for the demanding needs of serious shooters and hunters, this set provides exceptional control over every aspect of the reloading process. It includes a full length sizing die to restore cases to SAAMI specifications for reliable feeding, an often-overlooked but crucial body die for precise body sizing while preserving neck tension and longevity of the brass, and a competition seating die with micrometer adjustment for accurate bullet seating depth. The cornerstone of the set is the Type S bushing system, which allows reloaders to customize neck tension using interchangeable bushings, leading to superior bullet concentricity and consistent muzzle velocity. Constructed from premium heat-treated steel, these dies are built for extreme durability and precise operation, ensuring consistent, match-grade ammunition crucial for competitive shooting or ethical long-range hunting.

ABOUT REDDING

Redding Reloading, based in Cortland, New York, has been a cornerstone of the American reloading industry since 1948. Founded on the principle of producing the finest reloading equipment, Redding quickly established itself as a brand synonymous with precision, durability, and innovation. The company is renowned for manufacturing products that meet the highest standards of quality and performance, catering to discerning handloaders, competitive shooters, and hunters worldwide. Redding’s product philosophy combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering, leading to iconic tools like their Type S dies and Competition Series dies, trusted for their consistency and ability to produce match-grade ammunition.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Die Set Type: Type S Elite Bushing Die Set

  • Caliber: .280 Ackley Improved

  • Compatibility: Standard 7/8-14 thread presses

  • Included Dies: Full Length Sizing Die, Competition Seating Die, Body Die

  • Bushing System: Interchangeable Type S bushings (sold separately) for precise neck tension control

  • Construction: Precision machined steel, ground and polished

  • Application: Ideal for precision rifle reloading, competition, and hunting

WARRANTY

This product is covered by a lifetime global warranty that includes defects in materials and manufacturing under normal use.

IN THE BOX

  • Redding Type S Elite Bushing Die Set .280 Ackley Improved

  • Standard hex wrenches

  • Redding Reloading Die Box

  • Instruction manual

General properties

Manufacturer Redding
Made in USA
Warranty 2 years
SKU RED60428

Die set properties

Die operation Bullet seating, Decapping, Full length sizing, Neck sizing
Pack size 3 die set
Die type Bushing
Bushing Yes
Bushing style Type S - "Elite" Bushing Die Set
Case body design Bottle neck
Case type Rifle
Sizing die material Titanium carbide
Material Steel
Adjustment Micrometer
Press compatibility Standard 7/8"-14 thread
Bullet Diameter (mm). 7.21 mm
Bullet Diameter (inch). 0.284 inch

Characteristics

Suitable for Calibers .280 Remington Ackley Improved 40°

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