Heckler&Koch MR762A1-LRP User Manual

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Fig. 13 – Correct Aiming

Fig. 14 – Aiming Errors

SECTION 5 — AMMUNITION

By using ammunition with match bullets or other match grade ammunition the MR762A1

will achieve the best level of accuracy. Use ammunition of the appropriate caliber and

of recent manufacture. The MR762A1 is chambered for 7.62 x 51 mm ammunition and

will functioned safely and reliably with most high quality 7.62 x 51 mm and Caliber .308

Winchester ammunition.

NOTE: Use only high quality 7.62 x 51 mm NATO or Caliber .308 Winchester

ammunition in the MR762A1 rifle. Damage caused by the use of improperly assembled

or remanufactured ammunition may void the HK Warranty. Do not use ammunition

assembled with corrosive components (primers, propellants, etc.).

The MR762A1 is designed to use ammunition made to NATO or SAAMI specifications.

DO NOT USE

• Reloads or remanufactured ammunition. Beware of military surplus, foreign or outdated

ammunition.

• Non-jacketed or exposed lead ammunition.

• Corrosive ammunition (primer and/or propellant).

• Empty cases as “dummy“ (inert) rounds, as damage may result. Use complete dummy

rounds available for training purposes.

• Any ammunition that exceeds NATO or SAAMI (Sporting Arms and Ammunition

Manufacturers’ Institute) pressure limits.

• Cartridges that are not 7.62 x 51 mm or Caliber .308 Winchester.

• Seriously corroded ammunition.

• Dented Cartridges.

• Cartridges with loose bullets.

• Cartridges exposed to extreme heat above 135°F (57°C) until they have cooled.

• Use only authorized ammunition that is manufactured to NATO and SAAMI specs.

• Ammunition that is wet or dirty.

WARNING: Only use ammunition designed to NATO and SAAMI specifications that

is factory-loaded, undamaged, and of the correct caliber. The use of low powered

cartridges could lead to functional stoppages (including bullets stuck in the barrel)

and is not recommended.