Hornady Match Grade Bushing .285"

The Hornady Match Grade Bushing .285" is a precision neck-sizing component engineered for competitive handloaders and match-grade ammunition builders who demand absolute consistency shot after shot. This interchangeable bushing is the core of Hornady's Match Grade New Dimension Die system, designed specifically to eliminate case neck oversizing—a primary source of accuracy variation in precision rifle ammunition. Whether you're preparing cartridges for benchrest competition, long-range accuracy testing, or high-performance hunting loads, this bushing delivers the concentricity and uniformity required to achieve sub-MOA groups.

The .285" bushing sizing is engineered to match the neck diameter of your fired brass with extreme precision, preventing the die from enlarging the case neck beyond what's necessary for bullet seating. Hornady's self-centering design automatically positions the case neck concentrically within the bushing, ensuring uniform wall thickness after sizing and eliminating runout that degrades accuracy. The bushing is manufactured to the tight tolerances required for match-grade performance, and as part of Hornady's interchangeable bushing system (available in .002" increments), it allows shooters to fine-tune neck tension without purchasing multiple dies. This modular approach makes it ideal for shooters working with different brass lots or bullet manufacturers that may require slight adjustment in neck sizing.

This bushing is compatible with Hornady Match Grade New Dimension Dies and is essential for reloaders working with cartridges that demand minimal neck variance. Long-range shooters, competition ammunition builders, and precision rifle enthusiasts will recognize the .285" dimension as common in magnum and standard rifle cartridges where neck concentricity directly impacts bullet flight and group size. Installation is straightforward—simply replace your existing bushing in the neck-sizing die and adjust your press according to Hornady's guidelines. At just 0.03 lbs and compact at 1.85 x 0.8 x 3.2 inches, it's easy to store and maintain as part of your reloading die collection.