Can magnetic lead-core ammo still cause fires?

[tuna quesadilla]

90% of the surplus 7.62x54R out there is magnetic even if it's lead core, because it has a small amount of steel in the jacket, or the jacket is made of copper-washed steel, etc. I understand the reason we can't use steel-core ammo here in socal is because there's a risk for fires... does a lead core round with the small amount of steel like we see in surplus 7.62x54R still present a risk for fires? Am I OK to use it on BLM land? Thanks

[ojisan]

BLM and USFS are concerned about sparks from the steel cores hitting rocks and lighting fires. Steel jacket is no different in this respect.
If a magnet sticks to it, I would not use it on public lands.

[tuna quesadilla]

Bummer. If we make sure the firing line/target area is clear of any brush, might we be good to go, or should we still not use it?

[aermotor]

I think most ranges don't allow it, but if you go out to some public/private land it might be good. I've got 800 rounds coming to me and will definitely need a place to use it, hah.

[mattman]

What happens if they discover magnetic lead?!

[cassius]

Think it through - it would be MORE likely to do so because if it's lead core but still magetic, then it must have a mild steel jacket, and THAT's what strikes sparks when striking rocks.

[maschronic]

you should give me our ammo. i'll make sure it never starts a fire.

[Bongos]

funny thing is, any FMJ will cause a spark when it hits a solid object like a rock, etc...

[tuna quesadilla]

What happens if they discover magnetic lead?!

So any kind of magnetic ammo is a no-go, understood! Thanks guys.

[3GunFunShooter]

Some guy a couple a years ago started a fire shooting and ended up burning down 20 houses. Not worth it.

[virulosity]

I dont see how this is an issue as long as you dont leave the fire to burn. A little spark isn't instantly going to spread into an inferno unless you are shooting in an oil field? Stamp out the fire before it spreads. If you are worried, bring a fire extinguisher.

[paul0660]

It makes sparks, try it at dusk sometime. There are places and times of the year to not use it, just for common sense. At any rate, there isn't a prohibition on magnetic ammo on BLM land.