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HERTER'S Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
We scoured the world looking for the perfect combination of quality ammo at low prices – and found it! This great-shooting ammo is Russian-made by a firm with over 125 years of experience. Sure-cycling polymer-coated steel cases. Noncorrosive. 122-grain FMJ bullets. 20 rounds per box.
Customer questions and answers for HERTER'S Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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Is this ammo non-magnetic
magnetic ammo yes? or magnetic ammo non?
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asked 2 weeks, 2 days ago 
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answer 1
The Herter's 7.62 x 39 Rifle Ammunition, item # IK-217237, has a bimetal jacket (copper/steel alloy) on the leadcore bullet that will attract a magnet.
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answered 2 weeks, 2 days ago
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CabelasExpert42
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answer 2
Since the case is steel...im assuming yes. There's no steel core in the bullet
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answered 2 days ago
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KUKRIKING
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What is the ballistic coefifcent for the 154 grain SP
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asked 2 weeks, 6 days ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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answer 1
Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition, item IK-217237, with a 154-grain SP bullet is loaded to a claimed muzzle velocity of 2,104 fps. The actual ballistic coefficient is not available from the manufacturer.
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answered 2 weeks, 5 days ago
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CabelasExpert28
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What is the muzzle velocity of the 154 gr soft point ammunition?
Velocity
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asked 4 months, 2 weeks ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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AKM762
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answer 1
The Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition, item # IK-217237, in the 154 grain Soft Point, has a muzzle velocity of 2,104 feet per second.
answered 4 months, 2 weeks ago
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CabelasExpert5
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answer 2
About 2100fps for about 1500ft/lbs. Will bust a hog dead with one shot.
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answered 4 months, 2 weeks ago
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Doug76
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are the hp fully jacketed hollow points or soft point hollow points ?
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asked 5 months ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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bigal43
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answer 1
The tip of the HP bullet, approximately 1/4", is exposed lead while rest of bullet is jacketed.
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answered 4 months, 4 weeks ago
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WhitePinnacle
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answer 2
they are more of a fmj just a little expansion
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answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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stonemaker
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answer 3
Hallow points but it is a very small section that is drilled out. Small enough that it sounds like it doesn't really make a difference with expansion.
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answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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MrCowManure
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answer 4
The hollow points have a lead core, full steel jacket clad with gilding metal (copper / tin) and have a hollow point tip.
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answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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Anonymous
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answer 5
soft point hollow points
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answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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avgman1966
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answer 6
Full jacket hollow point
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answered 4 months, 2 weeks ago
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rayray210
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Are the Herter's 7.62x39 Hollow Point rounds capable of expansion?
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asked 5 months, 3 weeks ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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re223
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answer 1
The hollow point version of the Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition, Item # IK-217237, will expand upon impact.
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
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CabelasExpert14
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answer 2
Yes, they do expand, best expansion is within 100yds. I use them for hog hunting, and recover many of these bullets, so I have seen firsthand what they do.
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answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago
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Doug76
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answer 3
Absolutely - they are. They expand rapidly with the typical hollow-point results. Varmints vaporize, water-filled containers explode, etc.
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answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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Anonymous
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answer 4
definitely capable of expansion, thus the hollow point design.
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answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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avgman1966
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answer 5
These will absolutely expand in liquid based materials. These hollowpoints have a uniform opening at the top with about an 1/8" recessed hollow area underneath. These travel at about 2400 fps which is plenty fast to cause expansion.
Hollowpoints are basically designed to expand in water as humans are mostly made of water. Things like wood and cloth most likely will not cause any expansion.
Hollowpoints are basically designed to expand in water as humans are mostly made of water. Things like wood and cloth most likely will not cause any expansion.
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answered 4 months, 2 weeks ago
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GmanBham
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i was wondering if the all the Herter's ammo is noncorrosive. like the HP and SP?
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asked 10 months ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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ScottyO1084
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answer 1
Yes, the FMJ, HP and SP are all non-corrosive, steel cased, berdan primed.
They're made in Russia by Tul Ammo, just imported under the Herter's brand (case heads are stamped "Tulammo") by USSG.
They're made in Russia by Tul Ammo, just imported under the Herter's brand (case heads are stamped "Tulammo") by USSG.
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answered 10 months ago
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ScoutmasterRob
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answer 2
Corrosiveness is determined by the type of primer.
All three types are non corrosive ammo. Good stuff! Shoot it up.
All three types are non corrosive ammo. Good stuff! Shoot it up.
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answered 8 months ago
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thatswhatsup
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answer 3
It is Non-Corrosive. However, carefully decide on which weapon you want to shoot steel and coated ammo from. For precision rifles (scoped, mid to large caliber accuracy-depended rifles) you'd be better off with brass ammo, but for a weapon that you'll be beating up and don't care too much about cleaning it thoroughly, then go for it. This stuff is awesome on an AK47.
answered 7 months ago
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Anonymous
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answer 4
Yes, says noncorrsive on the box. Ive shot plenty and left the gun sitting around without a cleaning and no rust!
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answered 7 months ago
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PearlDrummer
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answer 5
It's not anymore corrosive than other ammo. As long as you clean your gun soon after shooting this stuff will not harm it at all.
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answered 6 months ago
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Anonymous
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answer 6
Herter's 7.62x39 FMJ, HP and SP are all steel-cased and NON-CORROSIVE.
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answered 6 months ago
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BigRedThree
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What is the composition of these bullets?
Many outdoor ranges in my area ban steel-core and "bi-metal" jacketed bullets. They literally scan your ammunition with a magnet to see if they're bi-metal jacketed. Anything magnetic is not allowed. Are these bullets "bi-metal", or are the bullets lead-core with a pure copper FMJ? thanks!
asked 1 year, 1 month ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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skorzy
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answer 1
On the Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition (217237) the bimetal jacket (copper/steel alloy) on the FMJ leadcore bullet will attract a magnet. The Hollow point and the soft point bullets have a copper alloy gilding material similar to other bullets. The cases on all three cartridges are steel. Consult individual ranges as to whether the case moving the magnet would eliminate use of the cartridge.
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
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CabelasExpert13
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answer 2
Seems to be a copper-only jacket over the bullet, which seems to be mostly if not all lead. The cartridge case is steel and mildly magnetic.
Very accurate and consistent shooting round. I only use Herter's in my SKS.
Very accurate and consistent shooting round. I only use Herter's in my SKS.
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answered 1 year, 1 month ago
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Doug76
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answer 3
Not sure what the "bullet" contains, but the gray casing is steel... That would be magnetic. MANY 7.62 x 39 are steel case from the overseas producers...
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answered 1 year ago
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LilDevil
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answer 4
They have a steel cases, but the bullet is lead core with a copper FMJ.
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answered 1 year ago
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Ninebreaker
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answer 5
The FMJ are definetly steel or bimetal. The FMJ bullets cling straight to a magnet. Not sure about hollow tip, but FMJ are definetly magnetic.
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answered 11 months ago
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ZThree
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answer 6
The answer from the Cabela's expert is deceiving. I purchased 500 of the SP variety only to find out that the bullets do attract a magnet and cannot be used at my local range. The previous comments that the SP bullets have copper jackets are not correct. They are apparently bi-metal jackets, not copper, as they are definitely magnetic.
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State: California
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Gender: Male
answered 11 months ago
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Mark90
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answer 7
I bought a few boxes of the SP and HP rounds. These rounds will attract a magnet, which means I cannot use them at my local range. They may have a lead core, but the jacket is definitely bi-metal. Oh well I will just keep them in the cabinet. I had read that Tula is now manufacturing 7.62 Russian that does not have a bi-metal jacket or steel core. I have been trying to source some of this ammo, cause it just does not make sense to use premium ammo in an AK for plinking. This after all a "mud gun" and eats cheap ammo.
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answered 10 months ago
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rumhead
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Question: Will they shoot?
I have on order a FNH Scar which shoots 7.62 x 51MM (NATO) .308Win. These Herter's ammo are designated 7.62 x 39MM. Will these cartridges shoot through my new gun?
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asked 1 year, 2 months ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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Gabester
Missouri
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answer 1
The Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition would not be compatible with a firearm that is chambered for 7.62x51.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
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CabelasExpert1
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answer 2
No, they will not.
Entirely different cartridge, and different sized (smaller) even if the bullet is the same caliber.
Entirely different cartridge, and different sized (smaller) even if the bullet is the same caliber.
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answered 1 year, 2 months ago
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Doug76
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answer 3
NOOOOOOO! In no way try and fire a 7.62 x 39 in a rifle that uses a 7.62 x 51. I won't be pretty and you will only do it once.
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answered 1 year, 2 months ago
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PMD354
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answer 4
No. The bullet will be the same size basically, but the casing on the 51 is much larger. You will have mega issued if you fire the 39 in it. The x39 x51... basically the 2nd number that appears on ammo is the size of the casing. Stick with only what is stamped on your barrel.
For example 5.56 and a .223 are basically the same, but if your weapon is not stamped for either, you can hurt your weapon resulting in accuracy and feed issues.
For example 5.56 and a .223 are basically the same, but if your weapon is not stamped for either, you can hurt your weapon resulting in accuracy and feed issues.
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answered 1 year ago
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answer 5
There is Herter's .308 (7.62x51 NATO) ammo, but for precision rifles, I'd recommend sticking to brass and not coated steel. Any rugged system like an AKM/SKS can and will handle steel jacket even if it's coated, but for precision rifles, it's a personal choice. Yes, it will work.
answered 7 months ago
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Anonymous
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answer 6
Umm sir do not shoot these out of your gun. 7.62 x 51 will shoot .308 winchester and the popular 7.62 x 51 military (higher pressure version of .308) you will wreck your gun with these as they are a much shorter cartiage and not even designed for your gun
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answered 7 months ago
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PearlDrummer
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what does sp mean in ammo
hp is hollow point fmj is full metal jacket what is sp
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asked 1 year, 3 months ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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roadking03
ohio
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answer 1
"Soft Point"
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answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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MidwestAK103
Iowa
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answer 2
The Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition SP has an exposed lead tip most commonly referred to as a soft point.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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CabelasExpert14
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answer 3
A soft-point bullet (SP round or JSP for short), also known as a soft-nosed bullet, is a lead expanding bullet with a copper or brass jacket that is left open at the tip, exposing some of the lead inside and is thus an example of a semi-jacketed round.
I was not sure if the SP indicated:
-smokless powder
-spiral point
-spitzer
as all of these terms came up when I checked the internet. However, I am certain the SP indicates that the round of ammo has a soft point.
I was not sure if the SP indicated:
-smokless powder
-spiral point
-spitzer
as all of these terms came up when I checked the internet. However, I am certain the SP indicates that the round of ammo has a soft point.
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answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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USAFGunner
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answer 4
its softpoint ammo soft lead heavier bullit do not get any herter amm breaks and jams in gun all hps fmj and sp
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answered 1 year, 2 months ago
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maineer
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answer 5
SP usually means Soft Point. Meaning that the bullet is not completely a FMJ or the bullet is partially jacketed with a harder metal.
answered 1 year ago
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LilDevil
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answer 6
SP = Soft Point
Many desire these over HP or FMJ believing there is better accuracy and mushrooming effect.
I am a certified sniper and In my .308 I shoot BTHP, so I don't believe the accuracy boast, however there may be something to a better bullet spread upon impact with the SP.
Many desire these over HP or FMJ believing there is better accuracy and mushrooming effect.
I am a certified sniper and In my .308 I shoot BTHP, so I don't believe the accuracy boast, however there may be something to a better bullet spread upon impact with the SP.
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answered 1 year ago
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answer 7
SP means "soft point" (good for hunting)
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AK7909
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answer 8
SP is usually a soft-point bullet. The tips will have an exposed tip made of soft metal.
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answered 11 months ago
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ZThree
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Can Cabela's/anyone correctly answer if the gunpowder in this ammo is the same across all bullet styles/weights? Trying to address recoil issues. Tx..
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asked 1 year, 6 months ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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ShootingLiberally
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answer 1
Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition (217237) is manufactured in Russia and details on the gunpowder used in each variation of the ammunition are considered proprietary. Recoil will vary with bullet weight.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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CabelasExpert15
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answer 2
The manufacturer will only disclose the velocity and muzzle energy as all other factors are considered proprietary.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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CabelasExpert13
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answer 3
Good question! In theory, yes. The powder load and subsequent energy released should be the same whether you are shooting FMJ or JHP rounds. If the powder or energy released was rated differently between the two, one box would be noted with a Plus-P identification.
For more info google "+P" or "plus p"
For more info google "+P" or "plus p"
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answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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LeOfficer1977
OMAHA, NE
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answer 4
No, you cannot be guaranteed that powder is the same. Powders MAY even vary on the same bullet weight/shape from one production run to the next. The exception would be high-quality self-defense ammunition.
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answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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maddog357
Marion, Iowa
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answer 5
The only thing that changes with your different bullet types ( SP HP FMJ BTHP) are the bullets themselves. The casings, powder weight, ect. stay the same.
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answered 1 year ago
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Ninebreaker
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answer 6
I have used the FMJ and HP in my Norinco SKS. Both have the same charge and an equally strong kick. Have not ordered the SP, so not sure there. Hope this helps...
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State: Georgia
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answered 11 months ago
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ZThree
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Question
Reload
Can you reload this ammo?
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asked 1 year, 6 months ago on Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition
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boone13
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answer 1
The Herter's 7.62x39 Rifle Ammunition, item # 217237 has a bimetal jacket (copper/steel alloy) and is not recommended for reloading.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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CabelasExpert20
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answer 2
You should NOT reload the steel casings, there is too much pressure put on the casing to reload them. If you ant to reload the , buy the brass cased loads as those are designed to be reloaded. Also, there is something about the primer but I don't remember off the top of my head. At the price that you can find the ammo, why reload?
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answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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nmbubba
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answer 3
Reload only brass casings! The Herters ammo is cased in steel.
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answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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nmbubba
Northfield
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answer 4
You could, but is not recommend because it is hard on the press and the casings, would only get like 1-2 reloads and isn't worth damaging your equipment.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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PearlDrummer
MN
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answer 5
You could, But you would need Berdan Primers to do it. And I don't think it would be cost affective.
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answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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MidwestAK103
Iowa
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answer 6
I am 99.9 % sure that the answer is no. I have seen this somewhere,
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answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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PG13
Bon Aqua TN
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answer 7
Absolutely NOT!
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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Naporter
Salem WV
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answer 8
No, this ammunition has a steel case, which is not reloadable.
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answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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maddog357
Marion, Iowa
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answer 9
From everything I have read online, they DO NOT RELOAD this ammo. Primarily because of the steel casing and the taper of the steel casing and the overall quality of the manufacturing process.. Hope this helps...
answered 1 year ago
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LilDevil
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answer 10
No. The Casings are steel and not reloadable.
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answered 1 year ago
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Ninebreaker
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answer 11
No. This ammo is made with poly-coated steel cases. You cannot get the primers out because the primer fires through 3 super-small holes in the bottom of the case.
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State: Georgia
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answered 11 months ago
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