Die question
I am buying dies for reloading and was wondering if there is a die for 7.62x51 or is it the same as .308 Win. I know there is a differencein commercial loadings for each,but not sure about case size, etc.
I will be shooting an SA M-1A and eventually a modern .308 and hopefully reloading for both.
I will be shooting an SA M-1A and eventually a modern .308 and hopefully reloading for both.
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Externaly the 2 are the same. 0 -
So .308 load data will work for my M-1A ? 0 -
No 7.62x51 Nato is loaded to lower pressures than maximum .308 loads. Also, you need to stay away from slower burning rate powders when shooting in a M1A. For example, I load IMR 4895 in my loads for my M1A. 0 -
it's loaded to the same pressure of the 308win,..but load density is lower due to the thickness of military brass. When using military brass,...load down and work up. 0 -
You can beat those M-1A's to death, using too fast of a powder... They are designed to operate within certain narrow parameters..the pressure curve being very important.
Get loading data FOR those semi-auto's...and be wary about loading hot.
I haven't loaded for one in many years..just remember it being a bit 'choosey' about what it liked.0 -
yep,..the gas systems need a narrow range of burn rate to not be damaged. Hot rodding bolt loads in a semi-auto like the M1A might cost ya a lot of repairs. 0
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