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Brown Bear Ammo Review

Knowledgebase Russia
Manufacturer
Barnaul Cartridge Plant (BPZ)
Factory Founded
1869
Headquarters
Barnaul, Altai Krai, Russia
4.57 / 5

Based on 267 reviews on LuckyGunner.com

Brown Bear Ammo is manufactured by Brown Bear and is known as a high quality ammunition. Brown Bear gets its name from its casings which are made out of lacquered steel. Brown Bear manufactures this ammo using Berdan priming to ensure long shelf life and guaranteed fire ignition! Berdan priming is primarily used by all militaries and many civilian manufacturers to discourage reloading. Along with being non-reloadable, Brown Bear ammo is non-corrosive. If you are looking for a bargain priced ammo to practice your target shooting skills... Brown Bear is one of the best buys for your dollar!   Brown Bear ammo is manufactured at Barnaul Machine Plant located in Russia.

Customer Reviews - Brown Bear Ammunition

Brown Bear ammunition is widely praised for its affordability and solid value, making it a popular choice for range practice and high-volume shooting. Many customers report reliable feeding and cycling in AKs, SKSs, ARs, and various pistols, with numerous users experiencing few or no misfires or jams, especially in rugged or military-style firearms. The accuracy is generally described as acceptable for training and casual target shooting, though consistency and precision may not match higher-priced brands. However, some reviewers note frequent misfires, light primer strikes, or cycling problems in certain firearms, particularly subcompact pistols or rifles sensitive to steel-cased ammo. Cleanliness is a common criticism; many mention that Brown Bear runs dirty, producing smoke and residue, often requiring more frequent weapon cleaning. Overall, buyers consider it a cost-effective option, with caveats about dirtiness and firearm compatibility.

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308 - 145 gr FMJ - Brown Bear - 20 Rounds

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by AR-47 on 9/4/2011

Never a problem, Great Price!

9mm - 115 gr FMJ - Brown Bear - 500 Rounds

a great deal

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by preacher on 8/11/2011

I've fired about 200-300 rounds of this stuff thru a Glock 26 and an HK USP. I had no FTFs, and I did not find it to be particularly dirty ammo. For the price I paid, the performance and accuracy were top notch.

308 - 145 Grain FMJ - Brown Bear - 500 Rounds

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by theguru on 6/22/2011

Don't reload, yet. Good price and fast shipping. I am always shopping for a good deal on ammo. You can never not have enough on hand. Will buy from Luckygunner.com again.

9mm - 115 Grain FMJ - Brown Bear - 50 Rounds

Will always buy my ammo here.

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by JJ on 8/7/2010

Good ammo, at a good price.

7.62X39 - 123 gr HP - Brown Bear - 500 Rounds

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by saint on 4/4/2010

good quality i woud like to buy but do not have enuf money!

Top 5 customer reviews for Brown Bear Ammunition

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Handgun
9mm Luger 9x18 Makarov

Specifications

Case Material Lacquer-coated steel
Primer Type Berdan (non-corrosive)
Specialties Military caliber budget ammunition
Market Segment Budget
Key Calibers 7.62x39, 7.62x54R, .223 Rem, 9x18 Mak

FAQ

Is Brown Bear ammunition corrosive?
No. Modern Brown Bear ammunition uses non-corrosive Berdan primers. While some vintage Russian military surplus ammunition is corrosive, current commercial Brown Bear production does not use corrosive primers.
Can steel-cased Brown Bear ammo damage my firearm?
Steel cases are harder than brass and may cause slightly more wear on extractors and chambers over very high round counts. However, the cost savings typically outweigh any increased wear. Some indoor ranges and competitions do not allow steel-cased ammunition, so check before use.
What is the difference between Brown Bear and Golden Bear?
Both are made at the Barnaul plant. Brown Bear uses lacquer-coated steel cases, while Golden Bear uses brass-washed (zinc-plated) steel cases. The brass washing on Golden Bear gives it a brass-like appearance and slightly different surface properties, but both use the same projectiles and powders.
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