7.5x55 Swiss Ammo
Shop 7.5×55 Swiss ammunition with next-business-day shipping. PPU 174gr FMJ boat tail range loads and 174gr soft point hunting loads in 200-round cases for K31 and K11 rifles. Read more about 7.5×55 Swiss ammo.
Overview of 7.5x55 Swiss Ammo
7.5x55 Swiss is the Swiss military rifle cartridge best known from the K31 straight-pull carbine. Swiss rifles are famous for their accuracy, and the cartridge is a favorite of military rifle collectors.
Modern 7.5x55 Swiss ammunition is loaded to GP 11 pressure, which is not safe in Model 1889 Schmidt-Rubin rifles. It is intended for K11, K31, and Model 1911 rifles. 7.5x55 Swiss is also not interchangeable with 7.5x54 French.
7.5x55 Swiss Brands We Carry
- PPU 7.5x55 Swiss Ammo: 174gr FMJ boat tail for the range and 174gr soft point for hunting, both with boxer-primed brass cases in 200-round cases.
Best 7.5x55 Swiss Ammo for Specific Uses
| Use Case | Top Pick | Also Consider |
|---|---|---|
| K31 Range / Target Shooting | PPU 174gr FMJ-BT | PPU 174gr SP |
| Deer / Big Game Hunting | PPU 174gr SP | None in stock |
Why Buy 7.5x55 Swiss Ammo from BulkMunitions?
- In stock and ready to ship. We only list ammunition that is physically in our warehouse. No backorders.
- Next-business-day shipping from our Knoxville, TN warehouse on orders placed before our daily cutoff.
- 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.
- We tithe 10% of profits to Christian-based, 2A-supporting organizations every quarter, and our customers vote on where it goes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I shoot this ammo in a Model 1889 Schmidt-Rubin?
No. Modern 7.5x55 Swiss ammunition is loaded to GP 11 pressure, which is too high for the Model 1889 rifle. Use it only in K11, K31, Model 1911, and other rifles built for GP 11. Have a gunsmith confirm your rifle's model if you are unsure.
Is 7.5x55 Swiss the same as 7.5x54 French?
No. They look similar, but the case dimensions differ and the cartridges must never be interchanged. Use only ammunition that matches your rifle's chambering.
Can I hunt with a K31?
Yes. With a soft point bullet like PPU 174gr SP, 7.5x55 Swiss performs similarly to 308 Winchester and is suitable for deer and similar game. Check your state's hunting regulations first.
More About 7.5x55 Swiss Ammo
Switzerland adopted its original GP 90 cartridge in 1889 for the Schmidt-Rubin Model 1889 rifle. In 1911 the Swiss army adopted the more powerful GP 11 load with a spitzer boat tail bullet, along with the Model 1911 rifle and K11 carbine.
The K31 straight-pull carbine followed and served Switzerland for decades. Large numbers of surplus K31s were imported to the U.S., and their accuracy and build quality have made them a collector favorite.
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