8mm Mauser Ammo
Shop in-stock 8mm Mauser ammunition with next-business-day shipping. PPU FMJ and soft point, Hornady Vintage Match, Federal Power-Shok, Nosler E-Tip, and HSM loads for K98 and other 8×57 Mauser rifles. Read more about 8mm Mauser ammo.
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8mm Mauser – 196 Gr BT-HP – Hornady Vintage Match (82298) – 200 Rounds
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Overview of 8mm Mauser Ammo
8mm Mauser, also called 8x57mm or 8x57 IS, is the classic German rifle cartridge of the Mauser K98k and one of the most historically important military rounds ever made. It fires a .323-inch bullet, usually 170 to 200 grains, at around 2,350 to 2,600 fps. Factory loads deliver power similar to .30-06, making it an effective deer, hog, and elk cartridge as well as a collector favorite.
U.S. factory 8mm Mauser ammunition is loaded to moderate pressures for safety in older rifles. For another classic military rifle cartridge, see our 30-06 Springfield ammo.
8mm Mauser Brands We Carry
- PPU 8mm Mauser Ammo: 198gr FMJ boat tail and 200gr FMJ for range shooting, plus 196gr soft point for hunting.
- Hornady 8mm Mauser Ammo: Vintage Match 196gr boat tail hollow point for accuracy.
- Federal 8mm Mauser Ammo: Power-Shok 170gr soft point.
- Nosler and HSM 8mm Mauser Ammo: Nosler 180gr E-Tip lead-free and HSM 175gr and 195gr hunting loads.
Best 8mm Mauser Ammo for Specific Uses
| Use Case | Top Pick | Also Consider |
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| Range / K98 Shooting | PPU 198gr FMJ-BT | PPU 200gr FMJ |
| Vintage Match / Accuracy | Hornady Vintage Match 196gr BTHP | PPU 200gr FMJ |
| Deer / Hog Hunting | Federal Power-Shok 170gr SP | PPU 196gr SP, HSM 195gr SP |
| Lead-Free Hunting | Nosler 180gr E-Tip | None in stock |
Why Buy 8mm Mauser 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.
- Hard-to-find caliber, by the case. 8mm Mauser is rarely stocked locally, and 200-round cases keep your Mauser shooting.
- We tithe 10% of profits to Christian-based, 2A-supporting organizations every quarter, and our customers vote on where it goes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 8mm Mauser the same as 8x57?
Yes. 8mm Mauser, 8x57mm, 8x57 IS, and 7.92x57mm all refer to the same cartridge with a .323-inch bullet. Avoid the older 8x57 J, which uses a smaller .318-inch bullet and is not safe to substitute.
Is 8mm Mauser good for deer hunting?
Yes. With a soft point bullet like Federal Power-Shok 170gr, 8mm Mauser has power similar to .30-06 and is effective on deer, hogs, and elk at typical hunting ranges. Check your state's hunting regulations.
Is modern 8mm Mauser ammo safe in old rifles?
U.S. factory 8mm Mauser is loaded to moderate pressures intended for older rifles, but any surplus military rifle should be inspected by a qualified gunsmith before firing, especially for headspace and bore condition.
More About 8mm Mauser Ammo
Germany adopted the 8x57 cartridge in 1888, and in 1905 updated it with a lighter, pointed .323-inch bullet. That version, the 8x57 IS, armed German forces in both World Wars in the Mauser Gewehr 98 and Karabiner 98k rifles and the MG34 and MG42 machine guns.
Millions of surplus Mauser rifles from Germany, Yugoslavia, Turkey, and other countries reached American shooters after the wars. Today 8mm Mauser remains popular with collectors, vintage military match shooters, and hunters who carry a sporterized Mauser into the woods.