Original inert .30-06 Springfield cartridge manufactured by FN (Fabrique Nationale Herstal) of Belgium in 1974.
Fabrique Nationale was one of Europe’s most respected post-war military arms and ammunition manufacturers, supplying ammunition to NATO countries and export markets throughout the Cold War era.
Although largely replaced by 7.62 NATO in frontline military service by the 1970s, the .30-06 Springfield calibre continued to see use for training, reserve stocks, machine guns, and export contracts worldwide.
This example features a brass case with copper FMJ projectile and clear FN 1974 headstamp, making it an excellent Cold War era NATO ammunition collectible.
- Calibre: .30-06 Springfield
- Manufacturer: FN Herstal (Fabrique Nationale), Belgium
- Date: 1974
- Cold War / NATO-era production
- Brass case
- Copper FMJ projectile
- Inert/deactivated collector cartridge
