S&B 762X54R 180GR FMJ 20/400

Description

Sellier & Bellot’s 7.62x54R 180-grain FMJ is a straightforward choice for training, high-volume range work, and target shooting in any rifle chambered for this cartridge. S&B has been producing ammunition in the Czech Republic for nearly two centuries, and this loading reflects that manufacturing heritage: consistent components, reliable ignition, and predictable performance shot to shot.

The bullet construction is a standard lead core enclosed in a CuZn 10 copper-zinc alloy jacket. That combination keeps the projectile intact through the bore and downrange without the complexity or cost of bonded or expanding designs — exactly what you want when the goal is building trigger time rather than terminal performance. The 180-grain weight sits on the heavier end for this caliber, which translates to a higher sectional density of 0.266 lb/in². That figure reflects how efficiently the bullet’s mass is concentrated across its diameter, generally correlating with better retained velocity at distance and more stable flight through varying atmospheric conditions.

Muzzle velocity from a 28¾-inch test barrel is 2,579 fps, generating 2,657 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. Real-world figures from shorter service rifles will vary, but the ballistic coefficient of 0.506 (G1) means the bullet sheds velocity relatively slowly compared to lighter, lower-BC loads — a useful trait for anything beyond 200 yards. Brass cases are the standard for this line, supporting reliable feeding and consistent chamber headspace. Each box contains 20 rounds; cases ship as 400.