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14 wrz 2024 · What are the key differences between the 7.62x51mm and .308 Winchester cartridges and how much does it really matter? We'll clear up the confusion in our guide.
15 kwi 2023 · 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. The difference between the two, beyond the outside dimensions, is basically...
19 wrz 2014 · The 7.62×51 NATO or .308 Winchester offers nearly the same ballistics as a .30-06, but in a more compact cartridge. First, let's start this discussion with a comparison between the 7.62×51 NATO cartridge and its civilian counterpart, the .308 Winchester.
5 cze 2016 · I can personally attest to experiencing higher pressures using 7.62x51 brass instead of 308 brass. The 7.62x51 brass is thicker, which results in less case capacity, which will result in higher pressure if you use the same recipe as your 308.
30 mar 2021 · What’s the difference between 7.62 NATO and .308 Winchester? While 7.62 NATO and .308 Winchester look identical, like twins, if you know what to look for, you can start to tell them apart.
12 maj 2024 · Yes, 7.62 x 51 and .308 ammo are very similar, but not exactly the same. While they have virtually the same dimensions, there are slight differences in the chambers of firearms designed for each cartridge, making it important to use the appropriate ammo for each specific ...
27 mar 2023 · At first glance, the .308 Winchester and the 7.62 x 51mm NATO cartridges appear to be identical. Both are rimless bottleneck rifle cartridges with the same case length and overall cartridge length. They also have the same bullet diameter and the same 40 degree shoulder angle.
