Shotshell Reload Calculator
Component quantities for shotshell reloading.
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Reload cost per shell ($)
$0.35
Total reload cost ($)$35.38
Savings per shell ($)$0.05
Total savings ($)$4.62
Savings percentage11.5%
Total powder needed (lbs)0.26
Total shot needed (lbs)7.03
Factory Total Cost$40
Bags Needed1
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Shells to Load and your load data: Powder Charge in grains and Shot Weight in ounces.
- Set component costs: Powder per lb, Shot per bag (and bag weight), Primers per 100, Wads per 250, and Hull cost.
- Enter Factory Ammo cost per box and box size for comparison.
- Review Cost per Shell, Total Reload Cost, Savings per Shell, Total Savings, and Savings Percentage.
- Check Total Powder and Shot needed to confirm you have enough components on hand.
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