7.62X54MM TRACER CARTRIDGE
This specialized rifle cartridge is designed for visual trajectory tracking during live fire. Featuring a brass casing with a copper-jacketed bullet and a bright red polymer tip, it produces a visible trace when fired, allowing shooters to observe flight paths and adjust aim in real time. The tapered neck ensures secure chambering, while the rimmed base houses the primer for reliable ignition. Tracer cartridges are widely used in military training, target designation, and nighttime operations.
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7.62X54MM TRACER CARTRIDGE |
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DESCRIPTION |
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The 7.62x54mm is an old Russian ammunition that entered service in 1891 and is still in use today. It is characterized by high penetration power and ballistic performance and is mainly used in sniper rifles and general machine guns. It is available in several types such as standard, tracer, incendiary and training bullets. It is one of the longest-serving and most widely used ammunitions in military history. |
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Key Specifications |
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Performance: |
It offers ballistics comparable to the Western .30-06 Springfield or .308 Winchester, known for its high power and effective range. |
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Durability: |
The cartridge is designed for reliability in harsh environments, from the sub-zero temperatures of Siberia to desert climates. |
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Construction: |
Modern military loads typically feature copper-washed steel cases and steel-cored bullets to reduce production costs. Commercial hunting ammunition is often available in brass-cased, boxer-primed loads for reloaders. |
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION |
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Caliber |
7.62 x 54 mm |
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Bullet type |
TRACER |
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Cartridge weight |
22.7g |
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Muzzle Velocity |
V23.77 = 810 ± 10 m/s |
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Accuracy mean radius |
SDX/SDY - max 18 cm at 300 m |
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Propelling charge |
Single base powder |
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Primer |
Cooling, non-corrosive |
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Bullet material - Core |
Lead antimony |
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Bullet weight |
9.6 g / 148 gr |
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Temperature range |
from -40°C to +52°C |
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