A-568
7.62 x 51 mm Subsonic
Subsonic cartridge with 200 gr lead/antimony core bullet for 7.62 x 51 mm weapons with 8 in twist barrels.
Also written: .308 Win, .308 Winchester, 7,62x51, 7.62, 7.62 NATO, 7.62 x 51, 7.62X51, 7.62x51
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Specification
| Index | A-568 (Berdan) or A-548 (boxer) |
|---|---|
| Bullet type | BALL |
| Bullet mass | 12.96 g / 200 gr |
| Cartridge mass | 24.8 g |
| Average velocity | 320 m/s at muzzle (V0) |
| Usage | 7.62 x 51 mm weapons with 8 in twist barrel |
| Primer | large rifle, non-corrosive, non-mercuric, Berdan or boxer |
| Propellant | single base powder |
| Temperature interval | -54 to +52 deg C |
| Packaging | 600 rds in M2A1 box, 18.1 kg |
All data provided for information purposes; final specification is defined per contract.