Heckler&Koch MR762A1-LRP - Manual (Page 9)

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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 Beware of military surplus, foreign or outdated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.