Can Anyone Share a 7.62 x54R Ballistics Chart?

Ammunition & Reloading
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Recoil is a key factor too. The lower recoil of the .308 makes it easier for new shooters. Any thoughts on how beginner-friendly these rounds are?

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Great point! I also think the 7.62 x 54R can feel intimidating with its kick. But once you get used to it, itā€™s a fantastic round.

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The effective range of the 7.62 x 54R is impressive, reaching up to 800 yards. How does that stack up against the other two rounds?

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For sure! The .308 can go a bit further depending on the load, but the 54R still performs excellently in that regard.

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I will say, the 7.62 x 39 has excellent performance out to about 300 yards, but after that, it drops off significantly. Thatā€™s where the bigger rounds really shine.

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Absolutely agree! [quote=ā€œamy26, post:11, topic:2190ā€]Thatā€™s where the bigger rounds really shineā€¦[/quote]
Each round serves its purpose; it all comes down to personal preference and intended use.

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Anyone else notice how versatile the .308 is? It seems like every time I turn around, someoneā€™s making another load for it!

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Iā€™m looking for a good ballistics chart for the 7.62 x54R too! Iā€™ve been experimenting with different powders and would love to see what others are using.

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You might want to check out IMR 4895. It works really well for me with a 180 grain bullet!

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Iā€™ve had great luck with 150 grain bullets and Varget powder. The accuracy is impressive at longer ranges!

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Sounds good! Howā€™s the recoil on that combo? Iā€™m looking for something more manageable.

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The recoil with Varget is very comfortable. I also find that CCI LR primers work well with my loads. Have you tried those?

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I use Wolf primers; theyā€™re a bit less expensive. They work fine for my reloading, especially with heavier 180 grain bullets.

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Is there a significant difference in performance using different primers? Anyone experienced that?

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In my experience, yes. A good primer can improve ignition and consistency, especially for long-range shooting.

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Interesting! I would love to hear more specific examples or recipes if anyone has them.

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I usually load 45 grains of IMR 4320 with a 160 grain bullet and it gives me great results. Try it out!

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Iā€™ve found that using a slower powder like H4831 works better for longer distances with 174 grain bullets. Balances velocity and recoil nicely!

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That sounds promising! Iā€™m aiming for some serious accuracy at 600 yards.

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Donā€™t forget about bullet selection! Different molds can yield great results. I once tried the Hornady 180 gr and was very pleased with the consistency.