Is .308 and 7.62 the same?

From an external dimension standpoint, the . 308 Winchester cartridge case and the 7.62 NATO (7.62 x 51 mm) are the same thing. In fact, the 7.62 was developed using the general design of the . 308 as its 'parent' case.

Are 7.62 x39 and 308 interchangeable?

While their names are very similar at first glance, the three cartridges are not interchangeable. The fact that the 7.62x51mm NATO is extremely similar to the . 308 Winchester further muddies the water.

Is a 7.62 and a 308 the same bullet?

The 7.62 NATO round (right) has thicker case walls than the . 308 Win round (left), though it's not visible to the human eye. 7.62 NATO cases have thicker case walls as well, but the external dimensions of the rounds is the same. The other major difference is in chamber dimensions.

Can you shoot a 7.62 in a 308 gun?

Yes. . 308 is actually a bit higher chamber pressure than 7.62x51, so the 7.62 is safe from a . 308 but not necessarily the other way around.

Can you shoot 7.62 x51 in a 308 AR 10?

Can an AR-10 shoot 7.62 x51 in 308? Yes, the AR10 with a barrel chambered for 308 WIN can and will shoot the 7.62x51 NATO cartridge.

.308Win vs 7.62x51

Will a 7.62 x51 fit .308 magazine?

308 Winchester and 7.62x51 NATO one and the same?" The simple answer is no. There are differences in chamber specs and maximum pressures.

What rounds can my 308 shoot?

308 rifles can chamber and shoot modern . 308 and 7.62 NATO ammunition without any problems, such as the SAINT Victor . 308 rifles. The 7.62 NATO M1A can also safely fire both rounds.

What's the difference between .308 and 7.62 x51?

308-caliber bullet from very similar cartridge cases. 308 Win ammo has a slightly higher pressure when compared to the 7.62x51 mm NATO. But the 7.62 x51mm NATO case has a slightly thicker case (thicker walls/thicker brass) and slightly longer headspace than 308 Winchester brass.

How big is a 7.62 compared to a 308?

308 Win headspace is between 1.630 and 1.6340 inches while the 7.62 NATO is between 1.6355 and 1.6405 inches. The published numbers place the difference within six-thousandths of an inch, but surplus 7.62 rifles can be anywhere from 10 to 15 thousandths longer than a commercial . 308 Win.

Can you shoot a 308 out of a 7.62 x39 barrel?

No, even with an adapter it won't work. The . 308 is not the same is the 7.62x39. IIRC the 7.62x39 is closer in diameter to the 303 round.

What rifle uses 7.62 ammo?

The 7.62×39mm (aka 7.62 Soviet, formerly . 30 Russian Short) round is a rimless bottlenecked intermediate cartridge of Soviet origin. The cartridge is widely used due to the worldwide proliferation of Russian SKS and AK-47 pattern rifles, as well as RPD and RPK light machine guns.

Which is more powerful 7.62 or 30 06?

In general, the 7.62x54R had slightly lower performance when compared to 30-06. However, these ballistic differences are so slight, it is unlikely most shooters would be able to discern any major differences between the two in terms of terminal performance on game animals.

What is the most lethal 308 round?

The Liberty Ammunition . 308 Win. is the fastest at 3,500 FPS, and exits a rifle with a muzzle energy of 2,700 FPE. This lead-free copper monolithic, fragmenting hollow-point Liberty Ammunition round is the next generation of one of the most popular hunting and long range rounds in existence.

What 308 round do military snipers use?

A . 308 or 7.62x51mm NATO is one of the most popular choices for military and police forces around the world. Shooting the 308 sniper rifle is a great option for those wanting to experience what it is like for real-world snipers and special forces using the same weapon.

What will stop a 308 bullet?

Level III polyethylene plates are ultra-lightweight and can stop rifle bullets up to and including 7.62mm/. 308 caliber.

What is the NATO equivalent of a 308?

The dimensions of .308 Winchester are almost the same as 7.62×51mm NATO.

Will 308 shoot 1000 yards?

308 loads will become subsonic somewhere between 800 and 900 yards, just missing the 1,000-yard line. To reach the initial velocity needed to make 1,000 yards, a 30 inch or longer barrel is needed. There exist a few loads that remain supersonic to 1,000 yards, which is generally the limit of accuracy for a . 308.

Is the 308 a dead round?

Better options exist and, the longer the shot, the wider the performance gap between the 6.5/6mm cartridges and the . 308. Clearly, the . 308 is dead among long-range competitive shooters, as they are not bound by nostalgia or logistics.

Is 308 enough for elk?

308 is a superb whitetail round, but don't believe it's too puny for elk, pronghorns, black bears or plains game. Whenever hunters gather around a campfire to discuss big-game cartridges, you'll hear talk about the . 270 Winchester versus the .

What has more knockdown power 30-06 or a 308?

As covered in the Ballistics category, the . 30-06 boasts more power and can be loaded with heavier bullets. This gives it a slight edge on game like moose and grizzlies, but the . 308 Win.

What is cheaper to shoot .308 or 30-06?

30-06: Ammo Price. Ammo cost is always a consideration when you're looking to purchase a new hunting rifle or target shooting platform. In general, the 308 will be the cheaper ammo to buy as it has less material involved in the construction, both in the case and volume of propellant used.

What is the most popular caliber for deer hunting?

The 308 is one of the most popular calibers around, and there are plenty of reasons. Accuracy, long-range capabilities, good knock-down, manageable recoil, an incredible array of choice for factory loaded ammo as well as an almost endless list of components for the hand loader are just a few.

Can I use 7.62 for deer?

Can you use the 7.62×39 for deer hunting? Absolutely! Roughly comparable to the performance of the 30-30 Winchester round, the 7.62 x 39mm cartridge can be incredibly effective on medium game at short range.

Can a AR-15 shoot 308?

The Revolution is an AR15 that is engineered to shoot the . 308/7.62×51 cartridge. We started with the footprint of the M16 and added the overmatch force multiplying punch of the . 308/7.62×51 battle rifle.

Is .308 better than 7.62 x39?

7.62x39 vs 308: Accuracy

As you'll see in the following ballistics sections, the 308 simply has better ballistics. It has a flatter trajectory, higher muzzle velocity, higher supersonic limits, and a better ballistic coefficient.