M1 Garand 100 yard groups with Greek 150 Gr. Ball

Published on December 7, 2009
Duration: 4:32

This video tests the accuracy of an M1 Garand using 1967 Greek 150-grain ball ammunition at 100 yards. A 3-shot group measured 1.796 inches, while two 8-shot groups were 3.999 inches and 3.510 inches, with the latter being satisfactory. The results indicate the rifle can meet or exceed the 4-inch Army serviceability standard with this surplus ammunition.

Quick Summary

The M1 Garand is expected to hold a 4-inch pattern at 100 yards per Army standards. In this test, 1967 Greek 150-grain ball ammunition produced groups as tight as 1.796 inches (3 shots) and 3.510 inches (8 shots).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:26Live Fire Session
  3. 02:563-Shot Group Measurement
  4. 03:398-Shot Group Measurement (Chad)
  5. 04:138-Shot Group Measurement (Speaker)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the accuracy standard for an M1 Garand?

According to Army standards, an M1 Garand should be capable of holding a 4-inch pattern at 100 yards. This video tests if surplus ammunition can meet this requirement.

How accurate was the M1 Garand with Greek 150-grain ball ammunition?

The rifle achieved a 3-shot group of 1.796 inches and an 8-shot group of 3.510 inches, both well within or near the 4-inch military standard for 100 yards.

What were the results of the 8-shot groups fired from the M1 Garand?

One 8-shot group measured 3.999 inches, just meeting the 4-inch serviceability standard. The speaker's 8-shot group was tighter at 3.510 inches.

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