M1 Carbine 30 cal

[fingers284]

When I started reloading for my carbine, I started low on the velocity scale compared to mil spec ammo after reading that some carbine bolts will crack where the locking lugs join the bolt body ( I think mostly in the M2 actions but also in early manuf. M1's, mine is a very early, first ser # block 42')
I started low enough that the action wouldn't cycle fully at firing then increased a grain at a time until I reached a threshold that works the action reliably every time. Been awhile since I done this but think I am at around 1750 fps, I think about 200 fps under mil spec but it reliably works my action without stressing the bolt. I have some 44' factory mil ammo that I have fired in the gun and there is a definite, noticeable difference in energy between them and my hand loads.

 

[ArtyMan]

I love my 1944 Inland M1 Carbine. In fact I think it’s one of my favourite Milsurp rifles to shoot. I handload using 110gr FMJ Bullets and Vihtavouri N110 powder and have had excellent results ringing the gong at 200m. They’re such a fun platform that’s steeped in history.

I load to full GI spec ammo wise as I find that’s what groups best. After two firings or so I have to trim the cases. I measure each one with a calliper to be safe.

 

[Garand]

Looking to start reloading some 30 carbine and acquire a quantity of brass. With nothing loaded extremely hot....do you know roughly how many times you could reload the brass and does it generally require trimming after?

I did order a quantity of Cam-Pro 110gr bullets anyone have any load data or experience using the Cam-Pro bullets?

thanks

I managed to get 1 bag of Cam Pro 110 grain bullets before they shut down because of covid 19. Rumor is that they will be back to work in the new year. So far I have only shot indoors at 25 yds because of the weather. Waiting till spring to get on the outdoor range so I can chrono them and see what they do at 100 & 150 yds. With IMR 4227 I loaded 14.8 grains and with 2400 I loaded 11.8 grains. I got flawless functioning (except for 2 rds due to magazine), no signs of pressure and a ragged hole with both loads at 15 yds.