7.63 Mauser Ammo
Shop 7.63 Mauser ammunition with next-business-day shipping. PPU 85gr FMJ with brass cases in 500-round cases for Mauser C96 Broomhandle pistols and other 7.63×25 handguns. Read more about 7.63 Mauser ammo.
Overview of 7.63 Mauser Ammo
7.63 Mauser, also called 7.63x25 or 30 Mauser, was designed in 1896 for the Mauser C96 pistol, better known as the Broomhandle. It is a fast, bottlenecked pistol cartridge with a light bullet.
Do not fire 7.62x25 Tokarev ammunition in a Mauser C96. The cases are nearly identical, but Tokarev loads are more powerful and generally not suited to C96 pistols. The milder 7.63 Mauser can be fired in Tokarev-chambered guns. For Tokarev pistols, see our 7.62x25 Tokarev ammo.
7.63 Mauser Brands We Carry
- PPU 7.63 Mauser Ammo: 85gr FMJ with boxer-primed brass cases, in 500-round cases.
Best 7.63 Mauser Ammo for Specific Uses
| Use Case | Top Pick | Also Consider |
|---|---|---|
| Mauser C96 Range Shooting | PPU 85gr FMJ | None in stock |
Why Buy 7.63 Mauser Ammo from BulkMunitions?
- In stock and ready to ship. We only list ammunition that is physically in our warehouse. No backorders.
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- Case pricing for collectors and shooters. Buying by the case keeps your cost per round down and gives you consistent, same-lot ammunition for a gun you shoot often.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I shoot 7.62x25 Tokarev in a Mauser C96?
It is not recommended. Tokarev ammunition uses the same basic case but a stronger powder charge, and it is generally not suited to C96 pistols. Use 7.63 Mauser ammunition in C96 pistols.
Can I shoot 7.63 Mauser in a Tokarev pistol?
Yes. 7.63 Mauser is the milder of the two loads and can be fired in firearms chambered for 7.62x25 Tokarev.
Is PPU 7.63 Mauser ammo reloadable?
Yes. PPU 7.63 Mauser uses boxer-primed brass cases, so the fired brass can be reloaded.
More About 7.63 Mauser Ammo
7.63 Mauser was designed in 1896 for the Mauser C96 service pistol. The C96 was one of the first successful semi-automatic pistols, and its distinctive grip earned it the Broomhandle nickname.
The Soviet Union later based its 7.62x25 Tokarev on the Mauser cartridge, keeping nearly the same dimensions but loading it hotter. That shared history is why the two rounds look alike, and why C96 owners should stick with true 7.63 Mauser loads.
Related reading: Should You Get 7.62x25 Ammo: A Practical Guide
