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.35-30 Maynard

Also known as 35-30 Maynard

Maynard cartridge for Maynard single-shot rifles.

Caliber
0.358″ · 9.093 mm
Introduced
1882
Case
Rimmed
Primary use
hunting
Status
Obsolete

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VelocityBeing verified
EnergyBeing verified
Typical grains250 gr
Identity
Introduced
1882
Type
Rifle
Origin
United States
Inventor
Edward Maynard
Manufacturer
Maynard Arms
Standard
Obsolete
Status
Obsolete
Availability
Antique
Build
Case capacity
30 gr H₂O
Twist (typical)
1:16
Primer
Large Rifle
Case type
Rimmed
Pressure & range
Max pressure
18,000 psi
Eff. range
150 yd
Recoil
6–10 ft·lb
Subsonic
Capable

Ballistics

Published velocity/energy data isn't available for .35-30 Maynard — an obsolete/collector cartridge.

Performance

Best for Withheld until verified
Best for Withheld until verified
Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds

Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.

SAAMI · approximate
Measuremmin
Bullet ⌀ 9.090.358 ~
Neck ⌀
Shoulder ⌀ n/a
Shoulder angle n/a
Base ⌀ 10.160.400 ~
Rim ⌀
Belt ⌀ n/a
Rim thickness
Neck length n/a
Case length 41.401.630 ~
Overall length 53.182.094 ~

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Factory loads

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History

A Maynard single-shot cartridge from the 1870s for medium game hunting. The Maynard system used a distinctive round-base case design. Used in .35 caliber sporting rifles for deer-sized game. Completely replaced by more practical lever-action cartridges and became obsolete by 1900.

FAQs

What twist rate does .35-30 Maynard use?
.35-30 Maynard typically uses a 1:16 twist rate.
What bullet diameter is .35-30 Maynard?
.35-30 Maynard uses a 0.358″ (9.093 mm) diameter bullet.
Is .35-30 Maynard still in production?
.35-30 Maynard is obsolete; typical availability is antique.
What is .35-30 Maynard used for?
.35-30 Maynard is primarily used for hunting.

Sources & provenance

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; availability counted from 3 live factory loads; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →