--- product_id: 5316707 title: "050073 Case Activated Powder Drop" brand: "hornady" price: "€ 176.52" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Hornady" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5316707-050073-case-activated-powder-drop store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Precision powder dispensing Quick change-over design 7/8"x14 thread compatibility 050073 Case Activated Powder Drop **Brand:** hornady **Price:** € 176.52 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Reload smarter, not harder β€” precision powder drops that keep you ahead of the pack. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 050073 Case Activated Powder Drop by hornady - **How much does it cost?** € 176.52 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5316707-050073-case-activated-powder-drop) ## Best For - hornady enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hornady brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Last:** Rugged steel construction ensures durability that keeps pace with your shooting demands. - β€’ **Seamless Integration:** Fits Lock-N-Load AP & any 7/8"x14 threaded progressive press for ultimate versatility. - β€’ **Smart Powder Control:** Dispenses powder only when a case is presentβ€”no waste, no mess, just precision. - β€’ **Rapid Setup & Changeover:** Engineered for quick caliber swaps with drop-in measure tubesβ€”reload like a pro. - β€’ **Optimized for Ball & Stick Powders:** Reliable metering with minimal charge variation, perfect for consistent reloads. ## Overview The Hornady Case Activated Powder Drop (#050073) is a precision-engineered accessory designed for progressive reloading presses with 7/8"x14 threads, including the Lock-N-Load AP. It activates powder dispensing only when a case is present, ensuring accuracy and reducing waste. Built with durable steel and optimized for both ball and stick powders, it offers quick changeovers and easy caliber adjustments, making it a must-have for serious reloaders seeking efficiency and reliability. ## Description The Hornady Case Activated Powder Drop Item #050073. Engineered with quick change-overs in mind, the case activated powder drop only dispenses a powder charge when a case is present. Designed for the Lock-N-Load AP but will work in any progressive press that uses 7/8"–14 threads.(Not compatible with Blackpowder Measure.) Review: works well with Lee load master - Purchased to use with the Lee load master as the perfect powder measure form Lee leaks like crazy with Ball powder. You will need to purchase the case activated add on for this to work. I have had great results with this measure it rarely drops a charge to large or small, it meters ball powders and stick powders well. It doesn't leak and is easy to empty. Pros: steal construction built like a brick S*** house. Easy to adjust Works with Lee Load-master Easy to change calibers using drop in measure tubes. Cons: price if purchased w/o a promotion hopper changes color over time when used with certain powders Doesn't come with the easy empty adapter ( needs to be purchased ) Review: This is a great system overall - As others have noted, this is the linkage only, not the powder measure itself. You buy this linkage, and you can automatically drop powder into your cartridge when it presses against the die (included). You get everything you need to make this operation automatic. This is a great system overall. If you want minimum set up time, then you get two powder measures and two linkages, although if you buy the press, one measure w/linage will be included. Then you rifle rotor into one, and a handgun rotor into the other measure. Now you buy a metering assembly for each load you run often (they're cheap at less than ten bucks) and you'll be up and running, with the correct charge in no time ## Features - Includes case activated powder drop, product manual - New and improved - Can be used with Lock-N-Load AP or other progressive presses that use 7/8"X 14 threads - Smoother function than previous models - Sport type: Shooting ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000PCZZU8 | | Best Sellers Rank | #372,881 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #2,684 in Gunsmithing Tools | | Brand Name | Hornady | | Color | silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (188) | | Date First Available | April 25, 2007 | | Included Components | Hornady Case Activated Powder Drop | | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9 x 4.3 x 3.1 inches | | Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Hornady | | Material | Other | | Model Name | 50073 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Package Weight | 0.82 Kilograms | | Part Number | 50073 | | Sport Type | Hunting, Shooting | | Suggested Users | Reloading Equipment | | Warranty Description | No-Risk, Lifetime Warranty | ## Images ![050073 Case Activated Powder Drop - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71d7NUqIupL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ works well with Lee load master *by A***N on December 8, 2012* Purchased to use with the Lee load master as the perfect powder measure form Lee leaks like crazy with Ball powder. You will need to purchase the case activated add on for this to work. I have had great results with this measure it rarely drops a charge to large or small, it meters ball powders and stick powders well. It doesn't leak and is easy to empty. Pros: steal construction built like a brick S*** house. Easy to adjust Works with Lee Load-master Easy to change calibers using drop in measure tubes. Cons: price if purchased w/o a promotion hopper changes color over time when used with certain powders Doesn't come with the easy empty adapter ( needs to be purchased ) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a great system overall *by M***E on May 9, 2015* As others have noted, this is the linkage only, not the powder measure itself. You buy this linkage, and you can automatically drop powder into your cartridge when it presses against the die (included). You get everything you need to make this operation automatic. This is a great system overall. If you want minimum set up time, then you get two powder measures and two linkages, although if you buy the press, one measure w/linage will be included. Then you rifle rotor into one, and a handgun rotor into the other measure. Now you buy a metering assembly for each load you run often (they're cheap at less than ten bucks) and you'll be up and running, with the correct charge in no time ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A helpful addition to your reloading process *by D***C on October 25, 2017* Speeds up your reloading by taking an extra step out of the reloading cycle and insures you will not have a squib load. When the case raises up into the feeder it pushes the powder measure up and that actuates the mechanism to drop a charge into the case. I have a older Hornady progressive loader (pre Projector) and use an old RCBS powder measure which is really the same as the Hornady one. It all works perfectly. You just adjust the whole unit up or down according to the case length to get a full throw from the measure. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5316707-050073-case-activated-powder-drop](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5316707-050073-case-activated-powder-drop) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-04-28*