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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.
30 mar 2021 · The 7.62×51 NATO chamber is imperceptibly longer than the .308 Winchester, extending between 0.006 and 0.010 inches beyond the .308 SAAMI specs. This results in a 7.62 case that is ever so ...
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...
27 mar 2023 · If you are a civilian shooter or a hunter, the .308 Winchester is likely your best choice, while the 7.62 x 51mm NATO is best suited for military and law enforcement purposes (and likely home defense).
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 wrz 2023 · The .308 Winchester is often considered superior for hunting due to its slightly higher pressure and velocity. Conversely, the 7.62×51 shines in military and tactical scenarios where its thicker case offers an extra layer of reliability.
3 lip 2011 · There are differences in chamber specs and maximum pressures. The SAMMI/CIP maximum pressure for the .308 Win cartridge is 62,000 psi, while the 7.62×51 max is 50,000 psi. Also, the headspace is slightly different. The .308 Win “Go Gauge” is 1.630″ vs. 1.635″ for the 7.62×51.
