The .300 Dakota is a high-performance rifle cartridge designed by Don Allen and Pete Grisel in the late 1990s. It's a part of the Dakota series of cartridges, which are known for their long-range accuracy and powerful ballistics. The .300 Dakota is based on the .404 Jeffery case, modified and necked down to accept .30 caliber bullets (7.62mm).
This cartridge is typically used in hunting and long-range shooting, offering excellent velocity and energy, making it suitable for medium to large game, including elk and moose. It is favored for its flat trajectory and substantial stopping power at extended ranges. The .300 Dakota is less common than other .30 caliber magnums like the .300 Winchester Magnum but has a dedicated following among enthusiasts who appreciate its performance characteristics.
Factory ammunition can be limited, and many shooters opt for custom handloading to optimize the cartridge's potential. The round typically works best in rifles specifically chambered for it, often with strong, modern actions capable of handling the high pressures generated.
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Lee Collet Necksizing 2-Die Set |
Lee RGB Die Set |
Lee Full-Length Sizing Die Set |
Lee Breech Lock Die Set |
Lee Ultimate 4-Die Set |
Lee Loader |
Single Dies |
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Full-Length Sizing Die |
Sizing Die |
Neck Sizing Die |
Undersize Sizing Die |
Charging Die |
Seating Die |
Factory Crimp Die |
Taper Crimp Die |
Inline Bullet Feed Die |
Case Conditioning Tools |
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Case Length Gauge and Shell Holder |
90493 |
Quick Trim Die |
Presses |
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Reloader Press (50 RPH) |
90045 (Lee Reloader Press) |
Hand Press (50 RPH) |
Breech Lock Hand Presses |
Challenger Press (50 RPH) |
90588 (Challenger III) |
Classic Cast Press (50 RPH) |
90998 (Classic Cast Press) |
Value Turret Press (250 RPH) |
Classic Turret Press (250 RPH) |
90304 (Classic Turret Press Kit) 90064 (Classic Turret Press) |
Ultimate Turret Press (250 RPH) |
Pro 1000 Press (500+ RPH) |
Pro 4000 Press (500+ RPH) |
Six Pack Pro Press (500+ RPH) |
91823 (Six Pack Pro Reloading Press) |
Shell Plates and Holders |
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Priming Tool Shell Holder |
90205 (#5) |
Universal Press Shell Holder |
90522 (R5) |
X-Press Shell Holder (APP) |
91538 (#5) |
Pro 1000 Shell Plate |
Auto Breech | Pro 4000 Shell Plate |
Six Pack Pro Shell Plate |
91840 (5L) |
Inline Bullet Feed |
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Inline Bullet Feed Die |
Inline Bullet Feed Kit |
Inline Bullet Feed Magazine |
Bullet Casting |
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Classic Bullet Sizing Kit |
Breech Lock Bullet Sizer and Punch |
Bullet Molds |
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