Load data for 7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian + 170gr Geco PLUS

98 suitable loads across 20 powder(s) for cartridge 7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian with 170gr Geco PLUS bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ADI AR 2207, Norma 200 and Vihtavuori N120.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.524 in / 38.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.205 in / 56.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 51,488 PSI / 3,550 bar.

Load Specifications

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Bullet:.308 | 170gr | PLUS

Cartridge:7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian load data

Case Length (L3):1.523" | 38.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.466" | 11.8 mm

Case Capacity:35.6 gow | 2.31 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)

Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):51,488 psi | 3,550 bar

Barrel Length:16.0" | 406 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:15.5

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Community Loads for 7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian + 170gr Geco PLUS

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

21.5 gr	2.190"	16.5"	1896 fps	•••
21.7 gr	2.190"	16.5"	1909 fps	•••
22.6 gr	2.190"	16.5"	1969 fps	•••
•••	2.190"	16.5"	1975 fps	•••
•••	2.190"	16.5"	1995 fps	•••

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