What is the .30 Carbine?

The .30 Carbine is a factory rifle cartridge, introduced in 1940.

What bullet diameter does the .30 Carbine use?

The .30 Carbine uses a bullet diameter of 0.308 inches.

The .30 Carbine has a Rimless, Tapered case type.

The .30 Carbine uses a S/BX primer.

Rifle Factory

Dimensions (inches)

SAAMI Pressure

MAP (PSI)	40,000
MAP (CUP)	40,000

Parent Cases

.32 WSL

Muzzle Velocity across 1 load: Avg 2132 fps Min 2132 fps Max 2132 fps

Community Load Data

Filter Loads

Bullet Type

Powder (name or brand)

Min MV (fps)

Max MV (fps)

⚠ MAX LOAD — Verify before loading

⚠ ABOVE SAAMI MAP — 46,300 PSI exceeds the 40,000 PSI limit

110.00gr Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) — 14.70gr

by imported_data · Aug 12, 2026

2132 fps

1.6772 OAL"

Sellier & Bellot Case

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Cartridges with the same bullet diameter (0.308")