M1 GARAND 30-06

[EddieM]

Hello folks,


Is ok to shoot any 30-06 150 gr in an M1 Garand?
Is ok to shoot .270 ammo in an M1 Garand chambered in 30-06?


Regards

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[Singer B]

150 gr - yes

.270 - why? Just stick with the 150 gr 30-06 ammo since that is what the gun was made to fire.....

I believe the .270 round is what the designers wanted it to use in the Garand so they could fit 10 rounds into the clip but the military ordered the rifles in 30.06 do to the massive supply of 30.06 ammo already available for the 1903's. Enjoy that Garand!!

[EddieM]

150 gr - yes

.270 - why? Just stick with the 150 gr 30-06 ammo since that is what the gun was made to fire.....

I believe the .270 round is what the designers wanted it to use in the Garand so they could fit 10 rounds into the clip but the military ordered the rifles in 30.06 do to the massive supply of 30.06 ammo already available for the 1903's. Enjoy that Garand!!

Hey Singer,

It has been a long time.
- So it's ok any 150 gr
- About the .270 that came to my mind because they are very similar.
Regards

---------- Post added at 07:22 AM ---------- Previous post was at 07:16 AM ----------

I believe you’re thinking of 276 Pedersen.

Regardless, definitely don’t shoot 270 in a 30-06. You probably won’t hurt anything but it would be wildly inaccurate and completely pointless.

Hey Rcathey,
So a .270 would be just a plan B scenario in case there's no 3006 around, thank you.
Regards

[browningautorifle]

So a .270 would be just a plan B scenario in case there's no 3006 around,

It's a different caliber and isn't to be used.

[EddieM]

It's a different caliber and isn't to be used.

Hello Jim

It has been a long time, you are so right we need to stick with the right ammo recommended for each weapon, I was just wondering because both calibers came from the 3003 and have a similar size and ballistic.
Regards

---------- Post added at 05:40 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:39 PM ----------

I would stick with NEVER doing this. It is a very bad idea to use any ammunition in a rifle it wasn’t designed for. Especially an 80 year old rifle.

Agree

[browningautorifle]

Hello Jim

Hey Eddie, I somehow wonder if maybe you're having a go at us again like the carbine you showed us...

But seriously, there have been replacement barrels for the M1 rifle in various calibers, other than .30 such as .308, 25/06, .270. That's a rebarrel though, not an ammo swap.

[El Woodman]

Although many consider M1s to be an -06, they're more correctly caliber .30M2. Specific projectile weights and powder charges are required for the M1 to function properly. 210 gr. .30-06 may damage the weapon, and 125 gr. light loads may not cycle the action properly. Same as with civilian loads for .223 Rem/5.56mm and .308 Win/7.62mm NATO. Do not put ANY ammunition in a firearm other than that specifically designed for it...Unless you really don't like your face.

[rcathey]

Hey Rcathey,
So a .270 would be just a plan B scenario in case there's no 3006 around, thank you.
Regards

I would stick with NEVER doing this. It is a very bad idea to use any ammunition in a rifle it wasn’t designed for. Especially an 80 year old rifle.

[rcathey]

I believe you’re thinking of 276 Pedersen.

Regardless, definitely don’t shoot 270 in a 30-06. You probably won’t hurt anything but it would be wildly inaccurate and completely pointless.

[RCS]

I have seen photos of 7,62 or 308 fired out of a M1 rifle, case looks like a 444 marlin - no shoulder, not smart to do - no damage but still stupid