top of page

7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant

You need to be a member to bookmark a  load - more info here!

Load Data for Caliber 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant - Technical Specifications Image

Technical Specifications:

Caliber:
7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant
Bullet Diameter:
0.312" | 7.92mm
Primer Size:
Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Case Length (l3):
2.114" | 53.70mm
Max. Cartridge Length / OAL:
3.040" | 77.22mm
Max. Standardized :
56565 psi | 3900 bar
Case Capacity:
64.0 Grains of Water | 4.16 cm3
CID:
CID_1125
Standard
C.I.P.
Letztes Update:
10/7/2024
caliber_reloading.webp
  • The 7.62x54mmR, also known as Russ.Nagant, is a widely recognized rifle cartridge. Originating in the late 19th century, it gained prominence as the standard ammunition for rifles like the Mosin-Nagant series and the Dragunov sniper rifle. This rimmed cartridge design offers reliability in bolt-action rifles and machine guns, showcasing remarkable ballistic performance for medium to long-range accuracy. Its historical significance in wars like World War I and II, along with its adaptability for sporting and hunting, has maintained its popularity among enthusiasts and collectors.

    When aggregating the ballistic performance of 156 suitable bullets for this caliber, you get an average powder charge of 49.5gr | 3.21g , an average muzzle velocity (V0) of 2634fps | 803m/s , and an average muzzle energy (E0) of 3635 Joule.

  • Velocity (V0)

    92172856-empty-transparent-background-seamless-pattern.jpg
    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Start Now
    Start Now

    1

    Energy  (E0)

    Ballistic Coefficient (BC1)

  • Start Now

    #1

    Start Now

    Add a Title

    Start Now

    Add a Title

    Most popular powders from our community members for this caliber:

  • Weight vs. Velocity - Suitable Bullets for this Caliber

    Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

    Barrel Length  Variation vs. Velocity - by Bullet Weight

  • 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant

    .311 | 150gr | Sierra SPT Pro-Hunter

    C.O.L.: 

    3" | 76.1mm

    Vihtavuori N130

    44gr | 2.85g

    7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant

    .311 | 150gr | Sierra SPT Pro-Hunter

    C.O.L.: 

    3" | 76.1mm

    Vihtavuori N130

    44.1gr | 2.86g

    7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant

    .311 | 174gr | Prvi Partizan FMJ BT

    C.O.L.: 

    3" | 76.1mm

    Vihtavuori N540

    46.8gr | 3.03g

    7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant

    .311 | 174gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKing

    C.O.L.: 

    2.99" | 76.1mm

    Vihtavuori N140

    47.1gr | 3.05g

    7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant

    .311 | 174gr | Prvi Partizan FMJ BT

    C.O.L.: 

    2.99" | 76.1mm

    Vihtavuori N140

    46.5gr | 3.01g

    7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant

    .311 | 174gr | Sierra HPBT MatchKing

    C.O.L.: 

    2.99" | 76.1mm

    Vihtavuori N150

    49.1gr | 3.18g

7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant load data available with the following bullets:

(most popular first)

Filter by Bullet Weight (Grains)
bottom of page