The .300 Precision Rifle Cartridge (PRC) was developed by Hornady and introduced in 2018. It is designed for long-range precision shooting and hunting applications. The .300 PRC offers a combination of high ballistic coefficients, manageable recoil, and enhanced accuracy for extended ranges, making it suitable for competitive shooting and big game hunting.
The cartridge is based on a non-belted case, which contributes to efficient and consistent chambering and extraction. It uses heavy, high-BC (ballistic coefficient) bullets to maintain velocity and energy over greater distances, outperforming other .30-caliber cartridges like the .300 Winchester Magnum in terms of ballistics.
Common bullet weights range from 212 to 250 grains, allowing the .300 PRC to handle a variety of long-range shooting tasks with precision. It's chambered in bolt-action rifles specifically designed to take advantage of its extended case length and high-pressure tolerance.
Overall, the .300 PRC is popular among serious marksmen and hunters seeking to engage targets beyond the effective range of many other cartridges.
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Lee Full-Length Sizing Die Set |
90224 (3-Die set) |
Lee Micrometer Neck 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 |
91139 Ez X Expander: SE2539 |
Sizing Die |
Neck Sizing Die |
91866 Decap Mandrel: NS2627 |
Charging Die |
90194 (Long Charging Adapter) |
Precision Bullet Seating Die |
92228 |
Factory Crimp Die |
91494 (Collet Style) |
Die Accessories |
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Micrometer Adjuster |
92215 92267 (with case) |
Guided Decapper |
91580 |
Undersized Mandrel |
90480 |
Case Conditioning Tools |
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Case Length Gauge and Shell Holder |
91621 |
Quick Trim Die |
92033 |
Presses |
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Reloader Press (50 RPH) |
Hand Press (50 RPH) |
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) |
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 |