M1 garand ammo

[sardog72781]

So I think I my have made a mistake and bought some .30-06 PPU ammo. Is it safe to use in a Garand? Sorry for my ignorance, I'm new to the Garand scene. Thanks

The one that is not listed as "Garand safe" ammo.
Specs:
Cartridge: .30-06 Spring. Ammo
Bullet Weight (grains): 150
Bullet Style: Soft-Point
Muzzle Velocity (f.p.s.): 2,904
Muzzle Energy (ft.-lbs.): 2,809

The one that is listed as Garand safe ammo.
Specs:
150-grain full metal jacket bullet
New production, non-corrosive, brass-cased, boxer-primed and reloadable
Muzzle velocity: 2,723 f.p.s.
Muzzle energy: 2,499 ft.-lbs.

[capt14k]

I wouldn't. I only use USGI in mine

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[awalker1829]

So I think I my have made a mistake and bought some .30-06 PPU ammo. Is it safe to use in a Garand? Sorry for my ignorance, I'm new to the Garand scene. Thanks

The one that is not listed as "Garand safe" ammo.
Specs:
Cartridge: .30-06 Spring. Ammo
Bullet Weight (grains): 150
Bullet Style: Soft-Point
Muzzle Velocity (f.p.s.): 2,904
Muzzle Energy (ft.-lbs.): 2,809

The one that is listed as Garand safe ammo.
Specs:
150-grain full metal jacket bullet
New production, non-corrosive, brass-cased, boxer-primed and reloadable
Muzzle velocity: 2,723 f.p.s.
Muzzle energy: 2,499 ft.-lbs.

It's not going to blow the action up, if that's what you're asking about. That said, you don't want to make a habit of feeding it hot loads, as that will accelerate wear on parts-specifically the operating rod.

[Junk Yard Dog]

Welcome to the board, save that ammo for the M1903 you will get one day, use M2 ball spec ammo in that M1.

[sardog72781]

Thanks fellas! I have a spam can of M2 that I will use and then just reload it with a lighter charge.
Junk yard dog, You know its funny that you say that... I have been recently, tonight, looking for a nice starter 03. My wife noticed and asked "your not buying another rifle... are you? Lol she's addicted to horses I'm addicted to old rifles.

[Junk Yard Dog]

[capt14k]

Thanks fellas! I have a spam can of M2 that I will use and then just reload it with a lighter charge.
Junk yard dog, You know its funny that you say that... I have been recently, tonight, looking for a nice starter 03. My wife noticed and asked "your not buying another rifle... are you? Lol she's addicted to horses I'm addicted to old rifles.

I'm not a reloader, but I believe the right powder is important too.

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[Chas100]

VERY NICE

[entropy]

Nice combination.......horses and old rifles.