7.62x51 Ammo
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Saltech Swiss Range - 7.62x51 - M80 - 150 Grain - FMJ
$0.82 – $0.90 / round -
PMC - X-TAC - 7.62x51 - 147 Grain - FMJ-BT - M80
$0.93 – $1.05 / round -
Magtech - Tactical - 7.62x51 - 147 Grain - FMJ - M80
$0.93 – $1.00 / round -
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Saltech - Ball - 7.62x51 - 147 Grain - FMJ
$0.78 – $0.80 / round -
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Veteran Ammo - 7.62x51mm - 147 Grain - FMJ - Bulk Pack
$0.69 – $0.80 / round -
Armscor - M80 - 7.62x51 - 147 Grain - FMJ
$0.73 – $0.75 / round -
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MKE - 7.62x51 - 147 Grain - FMJ - Battle Pack
$0.08 – $0.09 / round -
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Sellier & Bellot - 7.62x51 Subsonic - 7.62x51 - 200 Grain - FMJ
$1.05 – $1.15 / round -
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7.62x51 Ammo
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About 7.62x51mm NATO Ammunition
The 7.62x51mm NATO, often just called the 7.62 NATO, was developed in 1954. The 7.62 NATO round was first fielded by the United States military for use with the M14 and M60 light machine gun. Like the name suggests, the round was adopted by NATO and used in a variety of iconic arms throughout history. Prolific battle rifles such as the FAL and G3 and various machine guns such as the M240 have utilized the 7.62 NATO. Since the cartridge’s inception in the mid-20th century, the 7.62 NATO has been utilized by militaries, law enforcement agencies, and shooters of all types.
Types of 7.62x51mm NATO Loadings
- Full Metal Jacket (FMJ): Like the name suggests, these types of loadings feature projectiles which are adorned with metal jacketing. This jacket is generally made of copper and will cover the tip and sides of the projectile. Typically, the base of the projectile is left uncoated. These types of loadings are well-suited for range use and are some of the most common types of ammo one will encounter.
- Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJBT): Like FMJ loadings, ammunition of this type features a projectile that is fully encapsulated in a metal jacket. This metal is generally going to be of the copper variety. Typical FMJ projectiles feature a flat base while boat tail projectiles feature a tapered base which resembles a boat tail. This geometry promotes accuracy and high velocities.
- Open Tip Match (OTM): These types of loadings will generally feature heavier projectiles and are well-suited to precision-oriented shooting. Material has been removed from these projectiles, hence the “Open-Tip Match” designation, helping achieve high velocities. While technically a hollow point, these loadings are designed for superior ballistic performance and not intended to function as standard hollow points.
Firearms that Use 7.62x51mm NATO Ammo
Presently, one will not encounter a significant number of firearms chambered specifically in 7.62 NATO. A majority of the firearms specifically chambered in the round will be of the surplus variety. These firearms can be found in the form of readily available milsurps or in the form of parts kit builds. While the market does not host a variety of 7.62 NATO chambered firearms, one will find many firearms which accept the round. This is because firearms chambered in .308 Winchester can accept 7.62 NATO ammo. All in all, one can easily find a firearm capable of accepting 7.62 NATO if they so desire.
Use Cases for 7.62x51mm NATO Ammunition
- Plinking
- Training
- Hunting
- Competition
- Self-Defense
Caliber Name Variations
7.62x51mm NATO Interchangeability
An example of interchangeable calibers comes to us in the form of the .308 Winchester and 7.62x51mm NATO. The .308 Winchester cartridge features a higher pressure than the 7.62x51mm NATO. Due to this fact, one can safely and reliably shoot 7.62x51mm NATO out of most .308 Winchester chambered firearms. Conversely, one should avoid shooting .308 Winchester out of firearms chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO as the increased pressure can lead to potentially catastrophic damage to the firearm or user.
