Description
Hornady Custom – 8x56mmR Mannlicher 205gr Soft Point
Hornady Custom 8x56mmR Mannlicher 205-grain Soft Point ammunition is the perfect solution for breathing life back into your classic Austro-Hungarian and Hungarian bolt-action rifles, including the Steyr M95 and Budapest M95 carbines. As one of the only modern sources of factory-loaded ammo in this obsolete caliber, Hornady’s offering is a must-have for collectors and range-ready surplus shooters.
Adopted in the 1930s, the 8x56mmR replaced the earlier 8x50R Mannlicher round and became the standard chambering for straight-pull Steyr-Mannlicher rifles throughout Central Europe. It was used extensively by Austria, Hungary, and their allies during World War II. The cartridge is known for its distinctive rimmed case, strong recoil, and excellent penetration, originally intended for both infantry rifles and light machine guns.
This hard-to-find caliber remains popular among collectors of WWII-era European arms, reenactors, and those who appreciate the unique engineering of straight-pull military rifles. Don’t miss your chance to keep your Mannlicher-fed and firing.
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