Loading 7.62X39 for SKS

[0321jarhead]

Has anybody used these bullets and were they any good. Personally I like HPBT or V-Max.

I got some new PMC brass from a friend and would like to load up. But, here they are .312. The recipe book (Sierra) shows .310. It even says you can use .308. I never loaded the 7.62X39...kind of scratchin' my head on this one.

Recommendations will be really appreciated. Thanks!

http://www.xtremebullets.com/category-s/48049.htm

[ElvenSoul]

Should be .310's for SKS/AK

.312 sounds like for a Mosin 7.62x54R.

[BruinGuy]

I've been experimenting with these bullets a lot.

They need to be loaded down in velocity; the plating comes off at over 2000fps. Also, they suck out of AK pattern rifles; the blunt nose causes jams. In SKS patterns I haven't had that problem.

Because they are soft lead simply plated with copper, not jacketed, their .312 dimension is fine. They shoot well given the proper powder load.

Here's a couple of threads I wrote about my experience with them and some others chime in with useful info about their experiences with loading these too:

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=850685

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...d.php?t=874605 (for gallery load info)

[Full Clip]

I've also tried 'em out for plinker rounds and had okay results with my AK, SKSs and x39 AR. Have not had the feeding issues that BruinGuy describes.

[ireload]

Jarhead load up 10 round for now so you can check for function. SKS can be notorious for chewing up brass casings so I removed the operating rod and turn my SKS to a repeater. Plus I can catch the brass when I pull the bolt back slowly versus getting ejected like 8' away. Those plated are good for plinking and lower velocity application. Even though they are sized .312 you can still use them. The copper plating is soft enough and lead too to size up in the barrel upon firing. I've used the ones from Berrys in the past and they are also plated. Never had any issues.

[0321jarhead]

So far , so good on the info guys. How about some HPBT or V-Max? I'm looking more so for accuracy.

[Full Clip]

So far , so good on the info guys. How about some HPBT or V-Max? I'm looking more so for accuracy.

My usual load for x39 is VMAX with 24.5grns of 1680 and a CCI #34 primer.
Also loaded up some ZMAX, but just for zombies.

[BruinGuy]

If you can find vmax for a good price they're nice, but they like most 123-125 gr .310 bullets for the AK & SKS are flat base. I've gotten good accuracy from Prvi sp and fmj. Hornady SST is probably the best but are pricey. Hpbt is going to cost you for 123gr...Barnes makes some but they're about .80 per bullet for .310 123gr.

150 gr bullets might be worth a look if accuracy is your goal but the variety available in .308 is much greater than .310, and .308 isn't so good in most SKS rifles. Worth a try, maybe your rifle will do well with them. .310s are out there but seem to start at about .50 each. .311 bullets are much more common, but I'd slug my barrel before trying them. 6mmintl loads up 150gr for his competition bolt gun, maybe he'll chime in.

I like Reloder 7 and H4198 for my loads; I'd certainly try Aa1680 if I could find some!

Unfortunately, the Xtreme bullets are really plinkers. They are fun and cheap but don't expect great groups past 100 yards. I would expect about the same from the similar Berry's bullet, if you find some.

[Germz]

I like Reloder 7 and H4198 for my loads; I'd certainly try Aa1680 if I could find some!

I posted a thread this morning about a1680. Recob's has it in stock and I ordered some as well.

[ptmn]

Jarhead, I'm glad you started this thread. I have 762x39 dies, but I haven't started reloading that cartridge yet. This thread is developing some really good info that I plan to use

[0321jarhead]

Jarhead, I'm glad you started this thread. I have 762x39 dies, but I haven't started reloading that cartridge yet. This thread is developing some really good info that I plan to use

We got to all start somewhere.

The thing now is trying to find the bullets (.310-.311) and proper powder. I only have IMR4895 at this time and am unable to find any recipes that are compatible for 7.62x39. Oh well. I'll be looking for 1680 and or what the recipe books list for this round.

[6mmintl]

I would load up the .308 150 grain copper plated bullets, they should be more accurate and carry out to longer distances better, plus youll save 1-2 grains of powder each shot.

[6mmintl]

I usually load the speer or hornady 150 grain hunting bullets under 28 grains of AA2230 with bullets seated way out to touch the lands if possible in my SKS and or AR for 200 meter silhouette shooting at Chabot 1st Sunday of the month.

We single load only as you do in most competitions so it does not make since to seat mag length when you can shoot heavier bullets more accurately with same or lower pressures.

[6mmintl]

On another note my 98 Mauser with .308 barrel is a different story where I can load .308 bullets primarily 135/155 Sierra matchkings and shoot accurately (.375 MOA) out to 600 yards.

[0321jarhead]

I would load up the .308 150 grain copper plated bullets, they should be more accurate and carry out to longer distances better, plus youll save 1-2 grains of powder each shot.

I have some Sierra .308, 150gr. HPBT MK. Would that be compatible?