Lee Breech Lock Pro Shell Plate #16 .500 S&W and 7.62x54R

The Lee Breech Lock Pro Shell Plate #16 for .500 S&W and 7.62x54R is a precision reloading component engineered for shooters working with large-bore magnum pistol rounds and full-power rifle cartridges. This shell plate attaches to Lee's Breech Lock progressive press system and enables efficient case handling for two of the most demanding cartridges in modern shooting—the .500 S&W, a potent hunting and sport magnum, and the 7.62x54R, a full-power rifle round favored by precision rifle competitors and military surplus enthusiasts.

The #16 specification reflects engineering optimized for large cartridge heads. Unlike universal case feeders that bog down or jam with oversized rounds, this dedicated shell plate positions each cartridge case precisely for each station in the press cycle. The Breech Lock mounting system locks the plate securely into position without thread-ins or tool changes, reducing setup time between caliber swaps. Reloaders working high volumes of .500 S&W or 7.62x54R ammunition benefit from the consistency this mechanical indexing delivers—critical when developing loads for hunting magnums or competing in precision rifle matches where tight velocity spreads define accuracy.

This plate addresses a real constraint in the Lee progressive ecosystem: the company's universal feeder cannot accommodate cartridges with case diameters or overall lengths that exceed standard specifications. Shooters reloading .500 S&W magnum—with its roughly 0.635-inch case head—or 7.62x54R (a rimmed bottleneck reaching 2.48 inches in overall length) depend on dedicated shell plates. Both cartridges serve serious applications: the .500 S&W for dangerous game and long-range hunting, the 7.62x54R for vintage bolt-action rifles, modern sporting rifles, and dedicated precision platforms. The #16 enables consistent reloading cycles for both without manually advancing the shell plate or resorting to single-station equipment.

Compatible exclusively with Lee Breech Lock progressive presses, this shell plate is a must-have if your press setup includes the #16 station designation. Verify compatibility with your specific press model before ordering. The compact, lightweight design (0.26 lbs) stores easily alongside your other reloading accessories and mounts in seconds during caliber transitions.