Mell What rounds can be fired from a Mosin-Nagant?
| Mosin–Nagant | |
|---|---|
| Cartridge | 7.62×54mmR (aka 7.62 Russian) 7.62×53mmR (Finnish variants only) 7.92×57mm Mauser (Polish variants & German captures) 8×50mmR Mannlicher (Austrian capture) |
| Action | Bolt action |
| Rate of fire | Variable |
| Muzzle velocity | Light ball, ~ 865 m/s (2,838 ft/s) rifle ~ 800 m/s (2,625 ft/s) carbine. |
Can you shoot 7.62 x39 in a Mosin-Nagant?
You can shoot ANY of the milsurp rounds in the Nagant, but the same cannot be said of the semi auto rifles like the Dragunov and the PSL. 7.62x54R is still being manufactured and the stock piles go back at least 75 years for a 110 year old design.
What caliber is a Russian Mosin-Nagant?
7.62X54R
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Is the Mosin Nagant M91 / 30 still in use?
Even after being decommissioned from service by the Soviet Army decades ago, the Mosin Nagant M91/30 is still a very popular hunting and sporting rifle around the globe. From firearm enthusiasts to old-school shooters, a lot of people use them, even today. This calls for better ammo for the Mosin Nagant.
What are the labels on Russian surplus ammunition?
When you buy Soviet or Russian military surplus ammunition in “Spam cans” contained in wooden crates, you will find that the containers have cryptic labels. The markings clearly tell you about the bullet type, powder type, and year and place of manufacture, if you know how to decode the markings.
What kind of ammo do I need for a M91?
There’s a lot of milsurp ammo available on the market for M91/30’s. From stored and leftover ammunition to spam boxes, you can find boxes of milsurp ammo for as low as 0.25 per round. A lot of people like to use military surplus ammunition because of its cheap price and frequently easy availability.
Can you shoot match ammo in a Mosin Nagant?
A stock Mosin in good condition and shooting match ammo, it’s not unreasonable to expect MOA groups. Not a guarantee, mind you, just an expectation. As mentioned above, that level of accuracy was good enough for some of the most prolific snipers in history.