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The 30 Carbine was developed to give soldiers the option of a lighter rifle without sacrificing power and range. The requirements were to fire a bullet with a diameter of at least .27 caliber, remain effective at 300 yards, and have a mid-range trajectory coordinate of 18 inches or less. Learn More
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  1. Remington 30 Carbine Ammo - 50 Rounds of 110 Grain SP Ammunition

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    $73.99
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    13 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1990 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 967 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • $1.48 per round
    • Made by Remington

  2. Armscor USA 30 Carbine Ammo - 50 Rounds of 110 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $34.99
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    79 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1965 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 943 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 70¢ per round
    • Made by Armscor

Overview of 30 Carbine Ammo

Developed out of necessity for U.S. soldiers in the 1940s, the .30 Carbine — also known as .30 M1 Carbine, .30 SL (“self-loading”), 7.62x33mm, .30 Cal Carbine ammo, M1 ammo, or simply .30 ammo — became a lightweight, fast-handling cartridge used by several armies across multiple decades.

While it never reached the same level of civilian popularity as larger rifle calibers, the 30 Carbine still has a dedicated following. Many shooters appreciate its mild recoil and historic appeal, using it today for small- to medium-game hunting, range plinking, and collecting vintage firearms like the M1 Carbine.

How Does The 30 Carbine Compare To Other Calibers?

Caliber Recoil Pros Cons
.223 Remington Not a noticeable difference 30 Carbine wins close-range effectiveness 30 Carbine has less long-range effectiveness
5.56 NATO Not a noticeable difference 30 Carbine wins close-range effectiveness 30 Carbine has less long-range effectiveness

Molly Carter
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