Mar 30, 2021 · While 7.62 NATO and .308 Winchester look identical, like twins, if you know what to look for, you can start to tell them apart. The devil is in the details with the difference between the two...

Jun 24, 2021 · The differences between 308 vs. 7.62 NATO are pressure, case dimensions, and chamber dimensions. Guns chambered in .308 can shoot both.

Feb 17, 2024 · The .308 Winchester and 7.62 NATO are nearly identical cartridges, but there are slight differences in their specifications. The primary distinction lies in the chamber pressure, with the 7.62 NATO having a slightly higher pressure.

Mar 27, 2024 · 308 Winchester: The 308 Winchester is loaded to a higher pressure compared to the 7.62 NATO, with a maximum average pressure (MAP) of around 62,000 psi. 7.62 NATO: The 7.62 NATO operates at a lower MAP, typically around 50,000 psi.

Oct 25, 2023 · Explore the key differences between 7.62 NATO and .308 WIN ammunition. Learn about chamber dimensions, pressure levels, and performance variations to help you choose the right rounds for your rifle. Discover whether you can interchange them safely and find out the best applications for these versatile cartridges in our in-depth comparison.

Jan 21, 2024 · In a fit of brilliance, Winchester snatched the design for its hunting roster and in 1952 dubbed it the .308. Two years later the U.S. Army adopted the 7.62×51 cartridge and urged its acceptance by NATO, which complied in 1957. Should you shoot .308 or 7.62 NATO in your rifle? Is there a difference?

Mar 3, 2024 · Tom McHale, risks a fight to explain the subtle nuances between 7.62 NATO vs .308 Winchester Ammunition. Can you shoot .308 ammo in a 7.62 rifle? Or is it the other way around?

Nov 7, 2024 · The .308 Winchester is loaded to higher pressures for optimal performance in civilian hunting and target shooting, while the 7.62 NATO is designed for military use, where reliability and durability under rapid fire are prioritized.

Aug 19, 2018 · In terms of pressure differences of the .308 Winchester vs the 7.62 mm NATO, the actual numbers aren’t all that large—a 62,000 psi limit for the .308 Win. and 60,200 psi for the 7.62 NATO.

Generally, you can shoot 7.62 NATO in a .308 chamber, but you can’t always shoot a .308 round in a rifle chambered for 7.62. Understandably, this can be confusing, so we’ll walk through it step-by-step.