Is the Mini 30 accurate?
The 7.62x39mm cartridge certainly has many virtues, but stellar accuracy is not one of them. Even so the Mini-Thirty acquitted itself quite well. Best accuracy was obtained using Hornady’s 123 grain SST load which averaged 2.2 inches at 2,265 fps. Winchester’s 120 grain PDX1 load averaged 2.7 inches at 2,320 fps.
What does a Mini 30 shoot?
The Mini-14 and Mini-30 bring some classic imagery to the table, especially the Mini-30 with 7.62×39 packed into its small (or mini) frame. It boasts a more manageable frame with all the stopping power you could want for hunting, target shooting, or home defense.
What the difference between 308 and 7.62 x39?
7.62×39 vs 308: Cartridge Specs The 7.62×39 does not fire a . 308” diameter bullet, it actually fires a 0.312”. The next major difference between these two rifle cartridges is the difference in case capacity. The 308 Winchester has almost 40% more case capacity compared to the Russian 7.62×39 (56 gr vs 35.6gr).
Is Ruger Mini 30 legal in NY?
All the Ruger Mini series rifles, 14, 30 and 300 Blackout, are NY legal in their factory configuration so long as they don’t have threaded muzzles and / or folding / collapsing stocks. 5 round magazines if you are in NYC and 10 round if you reside in the rest of the state, Hope this helps.
Is a Mini-14 more reliable than AR-15?
Accuracy – Stemming from the availability of quality accessories and customizing parts, the AR-15 can be made to produce extreme accuracy. With all things being equal in consideration of ammunition and range conditions, expect greater accuracy from an AR-15 over the Mini-14.
What’s the accuracy of a Ruger Mini 30?
Ruger Mini 30 Chronograph and Accuracy Data Accuracy results were to be averages of 3, 5-shot groups at 100 yards off a Champion shooting rest. Scope power set at 5X. Velocities are averages of 10 shots measured on a Labradar chronograph set to read 15 feet from the muzzle.
What’s the difference between a mini 14 and Mini 30?
OK, time to back up a bit. The Mini 30 is a variation of the Mini 14, a rifle largely designed by Jim Sullivan of the AR-15 and Armalite fame. The idea was to produce a rifle that looked like the then-current classic military small arm of the time, the M14, but chambered in the hot new .223 cartridge that was getting all the press.
Can you walk in with a Ruger Mini 14?
For your safety we do not accept walk-ins. PLEASE CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT IF YOU ARE GOING TO VISIT. THANKS. PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE! We are Sturm, Ruger & Company® Certified to work on your Ruger Mini 14® & 30® Rifles. You will no longer need to send your rifle to Ruger for restricted factory work.
Is the Mini 14 flash hider compliant in California?
This compensator / muzzle brake may be compliant in California. Forged & Milled includes set screw. OEM Ruger Factory Mini 14 & Mini 30 Flash Hider. Fits .562″ Mini 14 barrels. The slip on unit is permanently attached to the gun barrel by a 1/8 inch spring steel roll pin.
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