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A massive single-stage press for the fixed reloading bench, when controlled individual steps and high power reserve are more important than maximum throughput.
The RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme 9356 combines a heavy cast iron frame, long operating lever, central pivot point, and a 4.25-inch working window. It is aimed at reloaders who want a classic, permanently mounted press with plenty of workspace and clear mechanical feedback.
Honest assessment
The Rock Chucker Supreme is a classic single-stage reloading press. RCBS confirms for model 9356 the robust cast iron construction, two-handed lever mounting, on-press priming, a 4.25-inch working window, and acceptance of 7/8-inch-14 dies with reducer bushing and 1-1/4-inch-12 dies without this bushing. The concept is deliberately designed for one step per station: less throughput than turret or progressive systems, but a clear and mechanically very robust working method.
Fits well if …
you are looking for a stationary single-stage press for a stable workbench spot;
you value high leverage and a stiff frame;
you use standard dies with 7/8-inch-14 thread or want to use 1-1/4-inch-12 dies;
you want enough workspace even for longer cases or magnum dimensions;
you want to mount the operating lever on the left or right.
Less suitable if …
high serial throughput is your most important criterion;
you are looking for a easily transportable or only temporarily mounted press;
you expect a complete reloading kit with dies, scale, powder measure, and other tools.
Purchase check before ordering
Dies: 7/8-inch-14 with installed reducer bushing; 1-1/4-inch-12 after removing the bushing.
Working window: 4.25 inches or about 108 mm. RCBS explicitly highlights the suitability of the large window for longer magnum dimensions.
Workbench: The press is designed for fixed mounting. The optional RCBS Accessory Base Plate is not included; a supplementary exact product specification also lists the mounting hardware as not included.
Caliber range: An exact product specification for model 9356 states a range from .17 up to long magnum cases. However, the decisive factor remains the respective matching dies and shellholders.
Weight: Brownells USA lists an item weight of 20.315 lb for exactly Brownells No. 430101201 / MPN 9356, corresponding to about 9.21 kg. This is deliberately not equated with the separately listed shipping weight of 9.979 kg at Brownells Germany.
What the construction practically means
The closed O-frame made of cast iron and the central lever geometry are designed for stiffness and high power transmission. The long lever helps especially when a step requires more force. The 4.25-inch window also creates space for longer cases and facilitates access in the working area. Additional specifications for exactly model 9356 mention a 4-inch ram stroke, two mounting holes, and a spent primer catcher system.
Limits and avoiding bad purchases
The Rock Chucker Supreme is not a complete reloading setup. Dies, shellholders, and other measuring, testing, and dosing tools must be chosen to fit your own setup. Those who want to process larger batches in the shortest possible time should compare a turret or progressive system. Even within the RCBS single-stage presses, there is a different philosophy: According to RCBS, the Summit has an open C-frame with a 4.5-inch opening; there the shellholder remains stationary and the die is lowered from above. The Rock Chucker Supreme, on the other hand, is the more conventional O-frame solution with a moving ram.
Technical data with practical interpretation
Manufacturer
RCBS
Model / Manufacturer No.
Rock Chucker Supreme / 9
356
Brownells item number
430101201
UPC
076683093561
Press type
Single-stage reloading press
Frame
Cast iron, closed O-frame design
Working window
4.25 inch / approx. 108 mm – extra space for longer cases
Ram stroke
4 inch according to additional exact model specification
Die holder
7/8-inch-14 with reducing bushing; 1-1/4-inch-12 without bushing
Operating lever
mountable left or right
Priming
On-Press priming
Technical weight
approx. 9.21 kg / 20.315 lb according to Brownells USA item specification for exact 430101201 / 9356
Origin
Made in USA
Scope of delivery
An additional exact product specification for RCBS 9356 lists the press with ambidextrous lever mount, primer catcher, and priming arm with components for large and small primers. The optional RCBS Accessory Base Plate is explicitly not included according to RCBS; mounting hardware is also not listed as included. Dies, shellholder, and other reloading tools are not part of the single press’s stated scope of delivery.
User and instructor notes
Secure the press firmly on a stable, level work surface; the high leverage requires a robust mounting.
Before setup, check whether the die, thread mount, and required shellholder actually fit your setup.
Keep the work area clean and clear, and keep hands and clothing away from moving parts.
Do not simply force unusually high resistance with more strength; check the cause, adjustment, and condition of the components used.
Do not adopt the 9.979 kg from the German Brownells page as net weight: Brownells explicitly marks this value as shipping weight.
Useful alternative
The RCBS Summit is interesting if maximum frontal access is more important to you than the classic O-frame principle. RCBS describes it with an open C-frame, 4.5-inch opening, fixed shellholder, and a die lowered onto the case from above. Those looking for the traditional, heavy O-frame concept with long leverage ratio will be more precise with the Rock Chucker Supreme.
Frequently asked questions
Which dies fit the Rock Chucker Supreme 9356? RCBS confirms 7/8-inch-14 standard dies with inserted reducing bushing as well as 1-1/4-inch-12 dies without this bushing.
Is it suitable for longer magnum cases? Yes. RCBS explicitly cites the 4.25-inch working window as an advantage for longer magnum dimensions. The specific combination of case, die, and shellholder should still be checked in advance.
Can the lever be mounted on the left? Yes. RCBS lists the press as ambidextrous and allows lever mounting to suit the bench setup.
Is a base plate included? No. The RCBS Accessory Base Plate is explicitly not part of the scope of delivery according to the manufacturer.
How heavy is the press? Brownells USA states an item weight of 20.315 lb, about 9.21 kg, for exact item 430101201 / MPN 9356. The German Brownells shipping weight of 9.979 kg is not used as product weight.
What is the main difference to the RCBS Summit? The Rock Chucker Supreme operates as a classic closed O-frame press. The Summit has an open C-frame, the shellholder remains stationary, and the die is moved from above.
Is it the best choice for high throughput? Rather not. The single-stage principle prioritizes clear, separate work steps. Turret or progressive systems are structurally better suited for high output.
More in the Black-Raptor range
You’ll find suitable accessories in the live-tested RCBS collection as well as under Reloading .
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RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme · Einstationenpresse
Massiver O-Rahmen für kontrollierte Einzelschritte am festen Ladeplatz Die Rock Chucker Supreme 9356 ist eine schwere Einstationenpresse mit Gusseisenrahmen, langem Bedienhebel und großem Arbeitsfenster. Das Konzept setzt auf Steifigkeit, klare Arbeitsschritte und Kraftreserve statt maximalem Seriendurchsatz.
Black-Raptor-Einordnung: passend für Anwender, die bewusst mit einer klassischen Einstationenpresse arbeiten möchten. Wer hohe Stückleistung priorisiert, sollte Turret- oder progressive Systeme vergleichen.
Unsere ehrliche Kaufberatung
Passt gut, wenn … … du eine dauerhaft montierte Presse mit hoher Hebelwirkung, steifem O-Rahmen und viel Arbeitsraum suchst.
… du 7/8-14 Standardmatrizen nutzt oder nach Entfernen der Buchse 1-1/4-12 Matrizen einsetzen möchtest.
Passt eher nicht, wenn … … möglichst hoher Seriendurchsatz dein Hauptziel ist.
… du ein komplettes Wiederlade-Kit erwartest; Matrizen, Shellholder, Waage und weitere Werkzeuge sind nicht Bestandteil der Einzelpresse.
Merkmale mit Praxiswirkung
Geschlossener Gusseisen-O-Rahmen Auf Steifigkeit und hohe Kraftübertragung ausgelegt. Das hilft besonders bei Arbeitsschritten mit höherem Widerstand.
4,25-Zoll-Arbeitsfenster Mehr Platz um längere Hülsen und besseren Zugriff im Arbeitsbereich.
Beidhändige Hebelmontage Der Bedienhebel kann passend zum Werkbank-Setup links oder rechts montiert werden.
Zwei Matrizenstandards 7/8-14 mit Reduzierbuchse; 1-1/4-12 nach Entfernen der Buchse. Vor dem Kauf das eigene Matrizensystem prüfen.
Grenzen, Nachteile & Fehlkauf vermeiden
Die Rock Chucker Supreme ist keine komplette Ladeausstattung und kein Hochdurchsatzsystem. Passende Matrizen, Shellholder, Mess- und Dosierwerkzeuge müssen separat gewählt werden.
Durch die hohe Hebelwirkung ist eine stabile Werkbankmontage wichtig. Ungewöhnlich hohen Widerstand nicht mit zusätzlicher Kraft überfahren, sondern Ursache und Einstellung prüfen.
Technische Daten mit Praxisdeutung
Datenpunkt
Praxisdeutung
Typ: Einstationenpresse
Ein Arbeitsschritt je Station; übersichtlich, aber langsamer als Mehrstationssysteme.
Rahmen: Gusseisen, O-Form
Hohe Steifigkeit und Kraftreserve.
Arbeitsfenster: 4,25 Zoll / ca. 108 mm
Zusätzlicher Raum für längere Hülsen und komfortableren Zugriff.
Ram-Hub: 4 Zoll
Großer Bewegungsweg innerhalb der klassischen Bauweise.
Matrizenaufnahme: 7/8-14 / 1-1/4-12
Breite Kompatibilität, sofern das jeweilige Matrizensystem passt.
Produktgewicht: ca. 9,21 kg
Stationäres Werkzeug; Werkbank und Befestigung entsprechend dimensionieren.
Sichere Anwendung
Presse fest auf einer stabilen, ebenen Arbeitsfläche montieren. Matrize, Shellholder und Einstellungen vor dem Arbeitsgang prüfen. Arbeitsbereich frei halten und bei unerwartet hohem Widerstand stoppen und Ursache klären.
Lieferumfang
Rock Chucker Supreme 9356 mit beidhändig montierbarem Hebel, Zündhütchen-Auffänger sowie Priming-Arm-Komponenten für große und kleine Zündhütchen laut vorhandener Produktspezifikation.
Nicht enthalten: optionale RCBS Accessory Base Plate, Montagematerial, Matrizen, Shellholder und weitere Wiederladewerkzeuge.
FAQ
Welche Matrizen passen? 7/8-14 Standardmatrizen mit eingesetzter Reduzierbuchse sowie 1-1/4-12 Matrizen nach Entfernen der Buchse. Ist die Presse für längere Hülsen ausgelegt? Das 4,25-Zoll-Arbeitsfenster schafft zusätzlichen Raum. Die konkrete Kombination aus Hülse, Matrize und Shellholder muss trotzdem passen. Kann der Hebel links montiert werden? Ja. Die Hebelmontage ist links oder rechts möglich. Ist eine Grundplatte dabei? Nein. Die optionale RCBS Accessory Base Plate gehört nicht zum bestätigten Lieferumfang. Ist sie für hohen Durchsatz optimiert? Nein. Das Einstationenprinzip priorisiert getrennte, kontrollierte Arbeitsschritte.
Black Raptor · Kaufentscheidung
Die Rock Chucker Supreme ist eine klassische schwere Presse für einen festen, kontrollierten Arbeitsplatz. Für hohe Stückleistung ist das Konzept bewusst nicht optimiert.