Description
Premium 6.5 Carcano Ammo for Historic Italian Rifles
Steinel’s 6.5×52 Carcano 123gr Jacketed Soft Point load was developed for shooters and collectors seeking dependable modern ammunition for classic Italian military rifles and carbines. Manufactured using premium modern components and carefully tuned for reliable performance, this load delivers balanced velocity, smooth function, and controlled expansion suitable for both field use and recreational shooting.
Loaded with a 123-grain jacketed soft point projectile, this cartridge achieves approximately 2,488 FPS from a 24-inch pressure barrel and approximately 2,080 FPS from shorter M91 carbines. The lighter-for-caliber bullet design stabilizes well across a wide range of Carcano rifles while maintaining practical downrange performance.
This load delivers excellent performance in both Carcano carbines and rifles. The light-for-caliber 123gr jacketed soft point stabilizes easily and provides controlled expansion, making it well-suited for hunting medium to large game and general field use.
6.5×52 Built for Carcano Rifles & Carbines
The 6.5×52 Carcano cartridge remains one of the most historically recognizable military rifle calibers from early 20th-century European service rifles. Steinel developed this load specifically for shooters who continue to appreciate the unique handling characteristics and historical value of original Carcano platforms.
This ammunition is well suited for:
- M91 Carcano rifles
- Carcano carbines
- Military surplus rifle collections
- Recreational range shooting
- Hunting applications
- Vintage rifle enthusiasts
Controlled Expansion & Practical Field Performance
The 123-grain jacketed soft point projectile was selected to provide:
- Reliable expansion
- Consistent accuracy
- Stable velocity performance
- Smooth feeding characteristics
- Balanced recoil
This load offers versatile real-world performance suitable for both recreational shooting and practical field applications where controlled expansion is desired.






