This expert-level evaluation of Ethiopian .30-06 ammunition, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, details its historical context, manufacturing origins in Addis Ababa, and performance characteristics. The review includes live-fire testing with a US Model 1917 Enfield rifle, providing empirical data on muzzle velocity and reliability. It highlights the ammunition's M2-style bullets, brass casing, Boxer primer, and packaging formats, offering practical insights for collectors and shooters.
This test evaluates commercial 7.62x54R loads in a custom Mosin Nagant, identifying the most accurate factory options. Sellier & Bellot's 174gr Match load achieved exceptional 0.5 MOA accuracy at 100 yards, while their 180gr Soft Point offered solid hunting performance. Heavier bullets (174-203gr) generally performed well, with both S&B loads proving effective at 440 yards.
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