Description
One of the most well-known rifle cartridges around the world, the 7.62×39 is an intermediate rifle cartridge that was developed by the Soviets during World War II.
The 7.62×39 cartridge is synonymous with the AK-47, SKS rifles and the RPD and RPK light machine guns.
7.62×39 is a .30 caliber cartridge that provides good range performance along with solid terminal ballistics.
Technical Specifications
| Bullet Type: | FMJ |
| Weight: | 123 grain |
| Muzzle Velocity (feet per second) | 2543 |
| Muzzl Energy (foot-pounds) | 1774 |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 294 |
| Max Powder Pressure Bar (lb/inch2) | 46,412 |
| Cartridge Max Length | 2.20 inches |
| Cartridge Average Weight | 253 grain |
