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Cartridge Details
.280/30
United Kingdom
Details
Type
Ball
Projectile
FMJ, GM, steel core
Case
aluminum, taper crimp, orange anodized
Primer
percussion, flat, brass, ring crimp, purple annulus
Headstamp
RG 49 280/30
Notes
The significance, if any, of the red paint spot on the head is unknown.