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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. Sellier and Bellot 30 Carbine Ammo - 50 Rounds of 110 Grain SP Ammunition

    $29.99

    30 In stock now

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    Bullet type SP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 2001 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 978 ft lbs

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

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Customer Reviews

  • crazy george said:

    S&B makes high quality ammo at a reasonable price point. never been disappointed with this brand. Flawless in my National Ordinance Carbine