M-1 Garand ammo

[Bay Ranger]

I thought that I had added this question earlier, however, I couldn't find any reference to it.

I noticed that Scuba on his trip to Anniston was going to buy some Mil surplus 30-06 ammo. Does the M1 require you to use special 30-06 ammo? Or, can you use regular commercial 30-06 ammo? Does one try and get Mil surplus ammo because it is considerably cheaper?

Thanks.

 

[flyandscuba]

The Garand was designed to shoot M2 ball .30-06 ammo (150gr bullets at 2700-2800fps). Shooting heavier bullets or higher velocity commercial ammunition can create an excessive pressure curve that can bend the operating rod and cause damage to the rifle.

There are some commercial loads (even hunting) that produce ballistics similar to M2 ball. Or, if you hand load - you can make sure to remain with the pressure limitations.

The Greek Milsurp M2 ball currently being sold by the CMP is an excellent value. The supply is limited - so once it is gone...it's gone...

 

[Bay Ranger]

Thanks for the reply, Fly

 

[ksenter]

big letters are fun!

 

[b747fp]

yes they are!!!!!!!

 

[LordPorter1]

Ha ha ha ha ha

 

[fl57caveman]

30-06 Springfield M1 Garand 150gr FMJ PPU Ammo Can (500 rds)

30-06 Springfield M1 Garand 150gr FMJ PPU Ammo Can (500 rds)

www.the-armory.com

 

[Chayce11]

I saw your post for the PPU but I’m too late. Just like when I opened this and was confused about the HXP at the CMP comment and realized I was just a decade late for that one …. I’ll just keep convincing myself that I shouldn’t open my spam cans just yet.