Correct loads for K98 and Lee Enfield

**MD Helmets** · 08-01-2012, 10:27 PM

Hello gun nuts. Quick question. I have a 1940 K98 in very good condition and a Lee Enfield 1918 Mark III in very good condition. What are the most proper modern day loads for 8mm and .303 rounds. Thanks for the help!

**Wagriff** · 08-01-2012, 10:56 PM

If you are hand loading your shells, here is a good web page for these 2 and other various rifle rounds.

Cartridge Loads - Hodgdon Reloading Data Center - data.hodgdon.com

**MD Helmets** · 08-01-2012, 11:38 PM

Not hand loading. Store buying the rounds. Kinda need them last minute.

**Wagriff** · 08-01-2012, 11:55 PM

Ah! Okey then...well, it depends on what you're shooting with them, I suppose. Basically, in the US, for the 8MM just look for anything in a 200 grain or close, probably something like a jacketed soft tip like a Norma 196 grain should do for about most anything you'll be shooting at. As for the 303 Lee Enfield, you'll probably do best with something on the order of a Remington Core-lokt 180 grain.

**zwerge** · 08-02-2012, 12:42 AM

What William said,even though he`s <--- Not a Key Member.......

**MD Helmets** · 08-02-2012, 12:47 AM

LOL don't have to be a key member to have the correct answer. Thanks William. That's what I was looking for. also just realized I put this thread in the wrong sub forum, so I expect it to be moved at any time. Thanks again!

**mauser9** · 08-08-2012, 04:59 AM

Remington and Federal make 8MM for the mauser. Non Corrosive but expensive as hell. Sure you want to shoot that mauser? If all matching and in good shape is worth $1200 to 1500 out my way. Just my 2 cents.