7.62x38mmR Nagant

1895 · Léon Nagant · 1 firearm in catalog

Also known as: 7.62 Nagant, 7.62mm Nagant Gas-Seal, Cartridge 7.62mm Revolver Mod. 1895

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter7.82 mm (0.308")
Neck Diameter7.98 mm (0.314")
Base Diameter9.04 mm (0.356")
Case Length38.86 mm (1.530")
Overall Length38.86 mm (1.530")
Max Pressure152 MPa (22,046 psi)
Typical Bullet Weight6.97 g (108 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity272 m/s (892 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy258 J (190 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeSmall Pistol
Cartridge TypeRimmed
Introduced1895

Firearms chambered in 7.62x38mmR Nagant