Is it worth Reloading 30-30?
Is it worth Reloading 30-30?
30-30 is well worth loading for. Especially if you want to shoot a couple hundred rounds a year. I just picked up 1000 Magnus cast bullets for < $8/100, to shoot over Trail Boss. You can shoot quite a bit with those without needing a mortgage.
What is the best powder for reloading 30-30?
FTX bullet is my most accurate load for my 30-30’s. LVR & BL-C2 under a 170gn Sierra Pro hunter bullet have worked well too. For cast bullets I’ve found that H335 works the best and IMR 3031 comes in at a close second place.
What bullets do I need to reload 30-30?
It’s a much better choice. I’d go with a Nosler PJ in 165 to 180 grains for elk. If you’re using the . 30-30, its modest velocity, coupled with a heavy (170 grain) bullet makes it effective with simple cup-and-core designs — although both Nosler and Barnes make good bullets for the .
Is a 30/30 A good bear gun?
The . 30/30 is not just a proven bear killer, it is probably the most-proven bear killer. Select a quick-expanding bullet for this kind of hunting.
How much is 30-30 powder?
30-30 case, because the capacity usually runs between 34 and 36 grains, depending on brand and bullet seating depth. For powder choices, the . 30-30 likes medium-burning choices such as IMR4064, IMR4320, Varget, Reloder 15 and IMR4895.
Do you need to crimp 30-30?
Registered. Been reloading and shooting 30-30 jacketed bullets in Marlins since the ’50’s. You do not NEED to crimp. On the other hand if you want to trim your cases exactly each loading, line up the cannelure to crimp in it and have no say in seating depth, go right ahead.
What can you hunt with a 30 30 rifle?
The .30-30 Winchester and .35 Remington are both great cartridges for hunting a wide variety of North American big-game animals. At reasonable ranges, you can use the Marlin 336 on feral hogs, black bears, elk or even moose (especially when using the .35 Remington).
What is the effective range of a 30 30 caliber rifle?
Remember, the most effective a 30-30 rifle can be is when it’s hitting targets at about 200 yards out.
What is 30 30 ammo used for?
.30-30 ammo is considered to be entry-level ammunition for big-game hunting with a limited effective range of about 200 yards. .30-30 ammo is effective against deer-sized and black bear-sized game, but has been used on moose, caribou , and pronghorn . Beyond rifles, .30-30 ammo is used in the sport of handgun metallic silhouette shooting.
What does 30 30 caliber mean?
The “30” in .30-30 refers to the original standard load of 30 grains of powder. The word caliber refers to the diameter of the bullet in either inches or mm (.3 would = 3/10 inch diameter). Both of these rounds have the same diameter bullet (.308) as the others have said.