03A3 accurate factory hunting ammo

[irhunter]

I have a little-used 1943 03A3. I understand the most-accurate ammo is somewhat rifle-specific. I would like to try a couple different loads, but not a dozen.

So, I would like to hear from folks, with similar rifles, who have good results with specific factory loads. I am most interested in 150-170 grain offerings.

Roy

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[browningautorifle]

Just about any 150 gr standard ammo should all shoot about the same...Winchester, Federal, Remington...just stay away from the light magnum.

[irhunter]

just stay away from the light magnum.

Why do you mention that?

To what pressure was military 30-06 loaded?

Roy

[browningautorifle]

Pressures for standard loads are as published in the manuals. The light magnums are a bit higher.

[vintage hunter]

The light magnums are a bit higher.

But still within the SAAMI maximum pressure limit of 60,200 PSI.

[browningautorifle]

Agreed...but they sure don't feel like it.

[mmppres]

I have good luck with 165gn spire points nice groups great results on game.

[irhunter]

I have good luck with 165gn spire points nice groups great results on game.

Is there any factory ammo using those bullets?

Roy

[vintage hunter]

Yes, it's readily available. Most all ammunition manufacturers offer a 165-168gr soft point loading in 30-06.

[mmppres]

yes for the non re loader Winchester Remington Noslar hornady almost all offer some form of the bullet