Height of XL650 with case feeder?

[Metalman21]

Can someone tell me the actual height of the 650 with a case feeder from the mount surface excluding any strong mounts? In my searches I came up with a lot various measurements leaving me to doubt even the Dillon specs. witch was 38.5" (with case feeder). Not ready to assemble everything at this point but I am building a steel post mount that will bolt to the concrete floor. I am planning to sit on a stool while loading so I am trying to factor in everything including dumping brass into the feeder without using a step-up.

PS. I have a computer file for a plate that matches the base of the 650 perfectly if anyone needs one.

[Pensfan]

Mine is approximately 35" to mounting surface (the handle and hinge makes it longer below the mounting surface).

[cnote]

I remember seeing the exact measurements for the 550 and 650 with/out mounts somewhere in brians dillon section of the store

for future reference... from FAQ

"Strong Mount (also fits the 650)

Improves the machine's operation through stability. It increases the "footprint" of the press by approximately 75%. (550's footprint: Approx. 36 sq. in.; Strong Mount's footprint: Approx. 156 sq. in.) In all cases (with or w/o Strong Mount), buy or build the sturdiest bench possible.

550/650 Strong Mount raises machine 8.5" off bench.

650 Only Strong Mount raises machine 6.5" off bench."

Edited December 16, 2012 by cnote

[PittsDriver]

I measured mine at 34-3/4" from bench top to the highest piont on the casefeeder.

RT

[A45100]

My set up is exactly 38.5", add in the strong mount it comes to exactly 45"

[Metalman21]

Thanks for the info. I think it's possible this dimension may have varied, depending when the equipment was made?

So far the same 4" or so variation reported here is what I found searching.

I had to know for sure so I unpacked the parts and mocked it up; mine is the 34-34.5" height.

So that was the final factor needed to decide on the height of the post for a good handle to seat, seat to separate work bench and overall height of the case feeder for loading.

Time will tell how it all works out, hopefully I won't need to modify .

[Steve RA]

If you don't want the overall height to be that much, you can cut the post and the feed tube and make it whatever you want - within reason.

[NorthTexan]

Mine measures 35 inches without a strong mount

Personally I prefer standing.

I have also found an adjustable drafting stool works well.

[Retread1911]

Overall hight depends on age of the XL650. I have two and they are different by about 3" The newer models are taller,

While I am not officially in the know I would suspect they are taller to keep more brass in the tube so it is harder to run out if they feed rate drops for some reason.

[BMartens]

Age of the machine does make a difference. There is a 14" and a 17" mount for the case feeder and that is the 3" variation you are seeing. And as mentioned, you can shorten the mount to your own specs if needed.

[Metalman21]

Retread, I think your'e right about it depending on when they were made but mine is brand new and it is shorter. I don't know, and in my case shorter works better because so am I.