Load data for 7.62 x 39 (M43) Russian + 123gr Hornady SP

7.62 x 39 (M43) Russian cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 1.523 in / 38.68 mmL6 = 2.190 in / 55.63 mmSeated Depth = .207 in / 5.26 mm

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.

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Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):1.523" | 38.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.310" | 7.9 mm
Case Capacity:35.5 gow | 2.30 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):51,488 psi | 3,550 bar
Barrel Length:20.0" | 508 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist

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