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30 CARBINE

30 carbine ammo is a light rifle round (later developed for pistol shooters as well) that is commonly used by M1 carbine shooters. Weighing it at about half the load of the standard M1 Garand, 30 carbine was developed as a cartridge for military units who needed more firepower than their military sidearms could offer but without the weight of heavier rifle ammo.

Look for 30 carbine ammunition with a projectile of 110-grain with full metal jacket (FMJ) bullets dominating the world of commercially available loads. From the barrel, you'll get velocity of about 1,990 feet per second and a corresponding muzzle energy of about 970 foot-pounds.

Look for 30 carbine ammo for sale from Prvi Partizan, Aguila and Hornady.

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  1. 50rds - .30 Carbine Sellier & Bellot 110gr. FMJ Ammo 50rds - .30 Carbine Sellier & Bellot 110gr. FMJ Ammo
    $31.95
    $0.64/ppr

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    97 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    1001     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2024     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  2. 500rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr. FMJ Ammo 500rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr. FMJ Ammo
    $329.95
    $0.66/ppr

    26 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    978     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2001     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  3. 50rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr. FMJ Ammo 50rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr. FMJ Ammo
    $34.95
    $0.7/ppr

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    75 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    978     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2001     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  4. 500rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr Soft Point Ammo 500rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr Soft Point Ammo
    $349.95
    $0.7/ppr

    35 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    967     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  5. 50rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr. Soft Point Ammo 50rds - 30 Carbine Prvi Partizan 110gr. Soft Point Ammo
    $37.95
    $0.76/ppr

    97 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    967     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  6. 500rds - 30 Carbine Remington UMC 110gr. FMJ Ammo 500rds - 30 Carbine Remington UMC 110gr. FMJ Ammo
    $414.95
    $0.83/ppr

    30 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    967     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  7. 500rds - 30 Carbine Federal American Eagle 110gr. FMJ ammo 500rds - 30 Carbine Federal American Eagle 110gr. FMJ ammo
    $429.95
    $0.86/ppr

    29 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    967     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  8. 50rds - 30 Carbine Remington UMC 110gr. FMJ Ammo 50rds - 30 Carbine Remington UMC 110gr. FMJ Ammo
    $44.95
    $0.9/ppr

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    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    967     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  9. 50rds - 30 Carbine Magtech 110gr. Soft Point Ammo 50rds - 30 Carbine Magtech 110gr. Soft Point Ammo
    $44.95
    $0.90/ppr

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    127 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    967     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  10. 50rds - 30 Carbine Federal American Eagle 110gr. FMJ Ammo 50rds - 30 Carbine Federal American Eagle 110gr. FMJ Ammo
    $45.95
    $0.92/ppr

    122 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    965     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  11. 50rds – 30 Carbine Armscor USA 110gr. FMJ Ammo 50rds – 30 Carbine Armscor USA 110gr. FMJ Ammo
    $59.95
    $1.20/ppr

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    8 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    943     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1965     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  12. 25rds - 30 Carbine Hornady Critical Defense 110gr. FTX Ammo 25rds - 30 Carbine Hornady Critical Defense 110gr. FTX Ammo
    $31.95
    $1.28/ppr

    32 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Flex Tip (FTX)     Muzzle Energy
    977     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2000     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain
  13. 50rds - 30 Carbine Remington 110gr Core Lokt Soft Point Ammo 50rds - 30 Carbine Remington 110gr Core Lokt Soft Point Ammo
    $90.95
    $1.82/ppr

    33 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    967     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1990     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    110 Grain

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Common Questions on 30 Carbine Ammo

What is the Caliber of a .30 Carbine Cartridge?

The “caliber” (which refers to either the internal width of a barrel or the diameter of the bullet) for a .30 Carbine cartridges is precisely .308 inches. This places it along the same size, at least for bullet diameter, as the .308 Winchester, .30-30 Winchester, and .30-06 Springfield. However, as we’ll explore further below, the bullet has a shorter profile than these cartridges, generally resulting in a slower velocity.

For What Gun was the .30 Carbine Developed?

This cartridge was originally developed for the M1 Carbine. Just before World War II, the United States started a program to develop light rifle cartridges and firearms, which would be used to by support units and rear-area personnel who didn’t necessarily need a long-range heavy rifle, but needed more than a sidearm. This cartridge was developed for the M1 Carbine, which is a small rifle that is light and manageable yet accurate. To this day the .30 Carbine/M1 Carbine combination remains one of the most iconic in firearms history, as both played a significant role American conflicts from the second world war to the Vietnam conflict.

Why Was the .30 Carbine Developed for Pistols?

Because the cartridge was light yet fast and powerful, it became a popular option for pistols, starting with handguns developed for the round in the 1940’s. Although handguns for this cartridge are rare, if you search long enough you can find semiautomatic pistols chambered for this round. These are mostly used for target shooting, although the round could be used for self defense if you have the right cartridge.

What Does “Carbine” Mean?

“Carbine” comes from the French word “carabine,” and it denotes a full-sized rifle with a short barrel. It is usually used to describe the firearms themselves (such as the M1 Carbine) but it’s also used in cartridges, such as the .30 Carbine. Carbines are lighter and easier to handle, so they are typically issued to high-mobility troops.

Can You Hunt with the .30 Carbine?

Absolutely! The .30 Carbine is a fully capable cartridge that can help you harvest a wide range of game animals. The cartridge is generally loaded with bullets that are 110 grains, and it can deliver muzzle velocities approaching 2,000 feet per second and muzzle energy over 1,000 foot pounds. With reliable performance and accuracy, the .30 Carbine is can be used for whitetail deer, wild hogs, coyotes, and many other animals. If using the round for hunting, make sure you have an expanding round such as a soft tip; avoid full metal jackets, which do not expand and are best for target shooting.

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