Commercial 7.62X54R Ammo Test

Published on July 14, 2013
Duration: 17:57

This test evaluates commercial 7.62x54R loads in a custom Mosin Nagant, identifying the most accurate factory options. Sellier & Bellot's 174gr Match load achieved exceptional 0.5 MOA accuracy at 100 yards, while their 180gr Soft Point offered solid hunting performance. Heavier bullets (174-203gr) generally performed well, with both S&B loads proving effective at 440 yards.

Quick Summary

The Sellier & Bellot 174gr Match 7.62x54R ammunition was the most accurate, achieving approximately 0.5 MOA (dime-sized group) at 100 yards in a custom Mosin Nagant. Heavier bullets (174-203gr) generally performed best.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Commercial 7.62x54R Ammo Test
  2. 00:35Ammo Selection: S&B, PPU, Barnaul, Bear
  3. 02:11100-Yard Test: Barnaul 203gr SP Accuracy
  4. 03:55100-Yard Test: Silver Bear 203gr Consistency
  5. 06:36100-Yard Test: PPU 182gr Match Potential
  6. 08:00100-Yard Test: S&B 174gr Match Accuracy (0.5 MOA)
  7. 10:35100-Yard Test: S&B 180gr SP Hunting Accuracy
  8. 14:56Long Range Test: S&B Ammo at 440 Yards

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the most accurate commercial 7.62x54R load tested?

The Sellier & Bellot 174gr Match ammunition achieved the highest accuracy, producing a dime-sized group, approximately 0.5 MOA, at 100 yards in the tested Mosin Nagant rifle.

Which bullet weights performed best in the 7.62x54R Mosin Nagant test?

The rifle showed a preference for heavier bullets, with loads between 174gr and 203gr generally yielding the best accuracy and performance. Both S&B 174gr Match and 180gr SP performed well.

Are Barnaul and Silver Bear 7.62x54R ammunition reliable for accuracy?

Barnaul 203gr Soft Point showed high consistency and good performance. Silver Bear 203gr loads exhibited some horizontal stringing, suggesting slightly less consistency than standard Barnaul.

Can commercial 7.62x54R ammunition be used effectively at longer ranges?

Yes, the top-performing Sellier & Bellot loads (174gr Match and 180gr Soft Point) were tested at 440 yards and successfully impacted a steel gong, demonstrating effectiveness at extended distances.

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