speedloaders

A speedloader is a device that can be used to quickly reload a firearm. Speedloaders are most commonly associated with revolvers, though similar devices exist for some semi-automatic pistols. For revolvers, speedloaders typically hold a full complement of cartridges and are designed to align and insert the rounds into the cylinder simultaneously. This is significantly faster than manually loading each round individually.

There are several types of speedloaders. Rotary speedloaders hold the cartridges in a circular arrangement and often have a mechanism to lock the rounds into the cylinder once the speedloader is applied. H-type speedloaders, also known as loaders or clips, are often flat and have individual cartridge holders that are released into the cylinder. Moon clips are another variation where all cartridges are held together in a metal ring, allowing the entire group to be loaded or unloaded at once. For semi-automatic pistols, devices that hold a magazine and assist in pushing rounds into the magazine are sometimes referred to as speedloaders, though they are distinct from revolver speedloaders.

The primary advantage of a speedloader is the reduction in time required to reload a firearm, which can be critical in self-defense or competitive shooting scenarios. The convenience and speed they offer have made them a popular accessory for firearm owners.