Are USGI .308 and 30-06 FMJ bullets interchangeable for reloading?

[old tanker]

The Springfield 1903 rifle was initially designed to shoot the 220 grain round nose bullet that had been used in the Krag. After the Germans started making ammo with pointy bullets, US Ordnance hastily replaced caliber .30-03 with .30-06. They did not bother to change the twist rate. Many manufacturers still use 1:10 twist in .30-06 and while using 1:12 in the same model rifles chambered for.308. One reason the -06 is a better choice if you like heavy bullets.

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[browningautorifle]

One reason the -06 is a better choice if you like heavy bullets.

I used to love the 220 gr Hornady bullets until they stopped shipping them to Canada. Can't get them here now.

[old tanker]

I used to love the 220 gr Hornady bullets until they stopped shipping them to Canada. Can't get them here now.

This one? 30 Cal .308 220 gr RN, Item #3090 | 100/Box.

Like the old 215 grain bullet for the .303, a quintessential moose buster!

[browningautorifle]

a quintessential moose buster

I used to load them also for guys going north past the Sunday hunting line to get moose, always came back with rave reviews.

[Bruce_in_Oz]

I used to love the 220 gr Hornady bullets until they stopped shipping them to Canadaicon. Can't get them here now.

Norma used to sell a 220gn .308" RNSP bullet; known for its impressive performance, even on "Texas heart-shots". They seem to currently only list a 200gn job, though.

See Sierra for other options: .30 CALIBER/7.62MM 220 GR. RN Sierra Bullets