Dear GTA Member

Please be advised that the Defence Training Estate has announced, via the National Rifle Association, that with immediate effect (September 2026), all 6.5 mm ammunition types, including 6.5 mm Creedmoor, and.338 Lapua Magnum ammunition are now authorised for use on military ranges.

Registered Firearms Dealers (RFDs) may wish to take this announcement into account when planning future stock levels and are encouraged to pass this information on to their customers.

Best Regards

Paul Green Technical Director The Gun Trade Association