The 30R Blaser is a high-velocity rifle cartridge developed in Germany by Blaser Jagdwaffen GmbH. It was introduced in the early 1990s primarily for hunting large game. The cartridge is characterized by its rimmed design, which makes it suitable for break-action rifles and combination guns often used in European hunting traditions. The 30R Blaser has a bullet diameter of .308 inches (7.8 mm) and can achieve muzzle velocities in the range of 2,700 to 3,000 feet per second (fps), depending on the bullet weight and load used.
The cartridge is often used for hunting in mountainous terrain where longer shots are more common, thanks to its flat trajectory and high energy. Typical bullet weights range from 150 to 180 grains, suitable for taking down large game such as deer, boar, and even bigger animals like elk or moose.
Its rimmed case design facilitates smooth extraction and reloading in break-action rifles, making it a preferred choice among hunters using traditional European firearms.