0
7.62x39mm (Soviet M43) cartridge:
Case typeRimless, bottleneckBullet diameter7.92 mm (0.312 in)Neck diameter8.60 mm (0.339 in)Shoulder diameter10.07 mm (0.396 in)Base diameter11.35 mm (0.447 in)Rim diameter11.35 mm (0.447 in)Rim thickness1.50 mm (0.059 in)Case length38.70 mm (1.524 in)Overall length56.00 mm (2.205 in)Case capacity2.31 cm3 (35.6 gr H2O)Rifling twist240 mm (1 in 9.45 in)Primer typeBoxer Large RifleMaximum pressure355.00 MPa (51,488 psi)FillingSSNF 50 powderFilling weight18.21 gr
308 Winchester cartridge:
Case typeRimless, BottleneckBullet diameter0.308 in (7.8 mm)Neck diameter0.3433 in (8.72 mm)Shoulder diameter0.4539 in (11.53 mm)Base diameter0.4709 in (11.96 mm)Rim diameter0.4728 in (12.01 mm)Rim thickness0.0539 in (1.37 mm)Case length2.015 (51.18 mm)Overall length2.800 (71.12 mm)Case capacity56 gr H2O (3.6 cm3)Rifling twist1 in 12 in (305 mm)Primer typeLarge RifleMaximum pressure62,000 psi (430 MPa)
As you look at the two totally different cartridges, you'll see that there;s no way possible to use one in the other or vise versa.
Wiki User
∙ 10y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Can 308 ammo fit ak47?
From what i no about ak47's, no. You can get an ak that will shot a .223 round though. <><><><><><><> The AK47 is caliber 7.62x39. The .308 is a much longer (about a half inch longer), more powerful cartridge, with a heavier bullet, and is too long to cycle through the AK action.
What is the most common use for the 308 Winchester round?
Hunting
Is there any difference between AK47 and AK74 recevier?
yes the ak74 fires a 5.56x45 round the ak47 fires a 7.62x39 round
What size round for AK47?
7.62 caliber
How many bullets in a AK47?
It has a thirty round magizine or a 100 round drum
What caliber round does a savage 308 shoot?
.308
Is the 762x54r round -Dragunov Sniper Rifle Round- the same as the 308 Winchester round?
No. The 7.62x54R round is a rimmed cartridge, first developed in 1891 for use with the Mosin Nagant rifle. The .308 Winchester is derived from the .300 Savage, and has dimensions similar to - but not identical to - the 7.62x51 NATO cartridge, which is also derived from the .300 Savage.Additionally, the 7.62x54R actually has a bullet diameter of 7.92mm, vs. the 7.8mm (.308 inches) of the .308 Winchester and 7.62x51.Another stark difference between the two is that the .308 is not a rimmed cartridge, instead using a cannlure.
How do you round 75 308 403 to the nearest thousand?
It is 75 308 000.
Is a 308 more power full gun than a 223?
Yes, a .308 Winchester round is generally considered more powerful than a .223 Remington round. The .308 Winchester has a larger bullet, more powder behind it, and generally produces higher muzzle energy than a .223 round. However, the suitability of each round depends on the intended use and personal preference.
How many rounds are in a ak47?
Its going to depend on the capacity of the magazine that you are using which range from 5 round to big 75 +? round drums
Can you shoot a 7.62mm round out of a 308?
Only 7.62x51. No other 7.62 round is compatible.
Which is the better round the 30-06 or the 308?
30-06 because it's a bigger round than the .308 although it might travel slow it has greater impact on the target
