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RCBS 14807 .30-06 SPRINGFIELD SMALL BASE TAPER CRIMP DIE SET
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SKU: 14807-076683148070
Overview
Built for reloaders working with semi-automatic rifles, this die set is aimed at producing .30-06 Springfield cartridges with the sizing and crimping approach needed for reliable rechambering in AR-platform firearms. The Small Base Sizer Die is intended for use in progressive reloading setups, while the Taper Crimp Seater Die adds a finishing step to the process. It is a practical choice for shooters who want a die set configured for this specific application, though a shell holder is not included.
Why Hunters Choose the Rcbs
Small Base
Sizer Die is designed for
Taper Crimp
Seater Die included for the
Progressive Reloaders
Using AR Series die sets
Small Base
Sizer helps cartridges rechamber in
Clear Note
Shell holder is not included
Key Features
- RCBS AR Series die set for progressive reloaders
- Includes a Small Base Sizer Die for semi-automatic firearms
- Taper Crimp Seater Die included in the set
- Designed to help cartridges rechamber in AR-platform weapons
- Shell holder is not included
Best Used For
- Progressive reloaders setting up .30-06 Springfield ammunition for semi-automatic firearms
- Users needing a small base sizer for reliable rechambering in AR-platform weapons
- Reloaders who want a taper crimp seater die in a dedicated die set
- Shooters already equipped with a compatible shell holder, since one is not included
Specifications
| Cartridgecaliber | .30-06 Springfield |
|---|---|
| Designed For | Progressive reloaders |
| Die Set Type | Small Base Taper Crimp Die Set |
| Firearm Type | Semi-automatic firearms |
| Platform | AR-platform weapons |
| Seater Die | Taper Crimp Seater Die |
| Series | AR Series |
| Shell Holder Included | No |
| Sizer Die | Small Base Sizer Die |
Pros
- Small Base Sizer Die is designed for semi-automatic firearms
- Taper Crimp Seater Die included for the .30-06 Springfield set
- Built for progressive reloaders using AR Series die sets
- Small Base Sizer helps cartridges rechamber in AR-platform weapons
- Clear note that a shell holder is not included
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for .30-06 Springfield AR Series use, so it is not a general-purpose die set for every reloading application.
- A shell holder is not included, so that additional component must be sourced separately if needed.
- The small base sizer is intended for semi-automatic firearms, which may be more specialized than standard sizing dies for some setups.
- The taper crimp seater die is part of the set, so users looking for a different crimp style will need a different die configuration.
Suggested Comparisons
- Full-length rifle die sets
- Small base sizing die sets
- Taper crimp die sets
- Progressive reloading die sets
Suggested Accessories
- Shell holder
- Reloading press
- Case lubricant
- Cartridge case gauge
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the RCBS 14807 .30-06 Springfield Small Base Taper Crimp Die Set?
The set includes a Small Base Sizer Die and a Taper Crimp Seater Die. A shell holder is not included.
Is this die set intended for bolt-action rifles or semi-automatic firearms?
The product description says the Small Base Sizer Die is designed for semi-automatic firearms and is intended to help cartridges rechamber in AR-platform weapons.
Do I need to buy a shell holder separately?
Yes. The product information states that a shell holder is not included with this die set.
Is this die set part of RCBS's AR Series?
Yes. The product is described as an RCBS AR Series Die Set.
What caliber is this die set made for?
It is listed for .30-06 Springfield.