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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
Just about any 150 gr standard ammo should all shoot about the same...Winchester, Federal, Remington...just stay away from the light magnum.
Why do you mention that?Quote:
Originally Posted by browningautorifle
To what pressure was military 30-06 loaded?
Roy
Pressures for standard loads are as published in the manuals. The light magnums are a bit higher.
But still within the SAAMI maximum pressure limit of 60,200 PSI.Quote:
Originally Posted by browningautorifle
Agreed...but they sure don't feel like it.
I have good luck with 165gn spire points nice groups great results on game.
Is there any factory ammo using those bullets?Quote:
Originally Posted by mmppres
Roy
Yes, it's readily available. Most all ammunition manufacturers offer a 165-168gr soft point loading in 30-06.
yes for the non re loader Winchester Remington Noslar hornady almost all offer some form of the bullet
Used my A4 replica for deer hunting 3 years ago. It shot "Hornady Whitetail" 150gr interlocks at about 1.75 MOA which was about the same as any of my hand loads I had tried from 150 to 178gr.
Given the Weaver 330 scope I didn't expect anything better so I didn't bother with any other brands. Bullet performed well in the field.
I'll certainly give the Hornaday a test drive. Thanks,Quote:
Originally Posted by Allen Humphrey
Roy
though pricey..
Federal Premium with Nozler or Swift A frames.. 165 grn
Yes, very much so...Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckindenver
If I were in your shoes I would buy several boxes in different brands of 147-150 grain bullets as well as 165-170 grainers and try them on for size. Shoot five rounds of each off the bench and mark your shots on the target and see which works best. Keep those and have fun practicing with the rest.
Yes, that is what I plan. But, I would like to narrow the field to ammo which others have found accurate in the A3.Quote:
Originally Posted by TDH