CCI Large Rifle Primers No. 200 – APS Strips

$64.99

Bullet Style: Large Rifle
Package Quantity: 1000
Usage: Reloading

Category: CCI Primers

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CCI Large Rifle Primers No. 200 – APS Strips (Automated Priming System)

Manufacturer

CCI (Cascade Cartridge Inc.)
- Based in Lewiston, Idaho, USA.
- Known for producing primers, rimfire ammo, and components for reloaders since 1951.
- A division of Vista Outdoor.

Product Overview

CCI No. 200 is a standard large rifle primer.
In this format, it is supplied in APS (Automated Priming System) strips, which are plastic strips used with compatible priming tools.
Designed to offer the same reliable performance as CCI’s boxed primers but optimized for use with automated or strip-fed priming equipment.

Key Specifications

Feature	Details
Primer Type	Large Rifle
Size	~0.210″ diameter
Primer #	CCI No. 200
Cup Material	Brass or copper alloy
Priming Compound	Modern, non-corrosive, non-mercuric
Flash Intensity	Standard – not a magnum primer
Packaging	1000 primers per box (typically 10 strips of 100)
APS Strip Color	Purple for Large Rifle (standard, non-magnum)
Made in	USA

What Are APS Strips?

APS (Automated Priming System) strips are plastic strips designed to be used with RCBS-branded APS-compatible priming tools:
- RCBS APS Bench Priming Tool
- RCBS Pro 2000 press with APS
- RCBS APS Strip Loader (for converting boxed primers into strips)

Benefits of APS strips:

Fast, safe, and efficient primer feeding
Reduces the chance of primer contamination or misfeeds
Simplifies the reloading workflow for high-volume or progressive reloaders

Applications

CCI No. 200 primers are suitable for standard-pressure large rifle cartridges, including:

.308 Winchester
.30-06 Springfield
.270 Winchester
6.5 Creedmoor (bolt gun applications)
7mm-08 Remington
7.62x54R
8mm Mauser
Any cartridge that specifies a standard large rifle primer (not magnum)

⚠️ Not recommended for cartridges requiring magnum primers (e.g., .300 Win Mag) or for very cold climates or heavily compressed loads where a hotter primer may be needed.

Performance Characteristics

Consistent ignition: Formulated for stable, uniform burn characteristics.
Moderate brisance: Ideal for powders with moderate ignition requirements.
Clean burn: Reduces fouling and carbon deposits in primer pockets.
Match-quality control: While not labeled as match-grade, CCI primers are widely trusted for accuracy and consistency.

Use in Reloading

Seat to standard depth, with slight flattening of the anvil against the bottom of the primer pocket.
Requires standard large rifle primer pocket (not magnum or small rifle).
APS-compatible tools only can use these primers in-strip format.

If using standard priming tools (like hand primers or presses without APS), you must remove primers from strips or buy the boxed version (CCI No. 200, not APS).

Color Code and Identification

Primer Type	Strip Color	CCI Product Number
Large Rifle (Standard)	Purple	No. 200 APS
Large Rifle Magnum	Blue	No. 250 APS
Small Rifle	Yellow	No. 400 APS
Small Rifle Magnum	Green	No. 450 APS

Safety and Handling

Always wear eye protection when priming.
Store in cool, dry environments away from static or flame.
Do not attempt to modify APS strips—only use with compatible tools.
Keep away from children and untrained individuals.

Comparison to Other Large Rifle Primers

Primer Type	Cup Strength	Flame Temp	Best Use
CCI 200	Standard	Moderate	General rifle reloading (non-magnum)
CCI 250	Harder	Hotter	Magnum rifle cartridges, slow powders
Federal 210	Standard	Moderate	Match and general rifle
Winchester LR	Standard	Moderate	Versatile use in large rifle cartridges

Summary

CCI Large Rifle Primers No. 200 APS Strips are a reliable, efficient priming solution for reloaders using APS-compatible tools. They offer all the benefits of CCI’s standard large rifle primers—clean ignition, consistency, and performance—in a format that streamlines high-volume or progressive reloading. Best for standard rifle cartridges and reloaders seeking speed and convenience.