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Lacquered 7.62x54r Full Metal Jacket Ammo - 7.62x54r 148gr Full Metal Jacket 20/Box
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SKU: 105004265
Overview
This ammunition is built for shooters using rifles chambered in 7.62x54r, including classic Mosin-Nagant platforms and precision-style rifles such as the Dragunov and SV-98. It offers a full metal jacket load in a 20-round box, making it a straightforward choice for range work and general practice with this historic cartridge. The lacquered finish is part of the product’s description, but no further performance claims are provided. For hunters and enthusiasts who keep a 7.62x54r rifle in rotation, it serves as a practical option for familiarization and training.
Why Hunters Choose the Barnaul Ammunition
148-grain Full
Metal jacket load
Packaged 20
Rounds per box
Chambered 7.62x54r
Suitable Mosin-nagant
Rifles
Made Barnaul
Ammunition
Key Features
- 7.62x54r full metal jacket ammunition
- 148-grain bullet weight
- 20 rounds per box
- Produced by Barnaul Ammunition
- Originally developed in 1891 for the Mosin-Nagant rifle
Best Used For
- Shooters using Mosin-Nagant rifles chambered in 7.62x54r
- Owners of Dragunov or SV-98 style precision rifles
- Range users seeking a 20-round box of 148gr full metal jacket ammunition
- Collectors and enthusiasts focused on historic military cartridges
- Hunters needing factory-loaded 7.62x54r ammunition for compatible rifles
Specifications
| Associated Platforms | Dragunov, SV-98 style precision rifles |
|---|---|
| Associated Rifle | Mosin-Nagant |
| Blade Finish | Lacquered |
| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
| Bullet Weight | 148gr |
| Cartridge | 7.62x54r |
| Original Developer | Russian Empire |
| Original Development Year | 1891 |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
Pros
- 148-grain full metal jacket load
- Packaged 20 rounds per box
- Chambered in 7.62x54r
- Suitable for Mosin-Nagant rifles
- Made by Barnaul Ammunition
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is full metal jacket ammunition, so it is not the right choice when a controlled-expansion hunting bullet is required.
- The product is presented as 7.62x54r 148gr FMJ in a 20-round box, which may be a smaller quantity than some shooters prefer for extended range sessions.
- Compatibility should be checked carefully against the specific rifle and chambering, especially with older Mosin-Nagant-pattern firearms and other 7.62x54r platforms.
- The listing provides limited technical detail beyond cartridge type and bullet weight, so buyers needing deeper load specifications may need to verify additional information before purchase.
Suggested Comparisons
- 7.62x54r hunting ammunition
- Full metal jacket rifle ammo
- Military-style surplus rifle cartridges
- Precision rifle ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Rifle cleaning kit
- Hearing protection
- Ballistic eyewear
Frequently Asked Questions
What cartridge is this ammunition chambered in?
This is 7.62x54r ammunition.
What bullet type is listed for this load?
The product is listed as a 148gr Full Metal Jacket load.
How many rounds come in a box?
The product is sold as a 20-round box.
Who makes this ammunition?
The manufacturer listed is Barnaul Ammunition.
What firearms is 7.62x54r associated with in the product description?
The description notes that 7.62x54 gained new life as the cartridge of choice for the Dragunov and SV-98 style of precision rifles, and it was originally developed for the Mosin-Nagant rifle.