The Century Arms AM8293 delivers consistent 7.62x51 NATO performance with 147-grain full metal jacket projectiles engineered for reliable feeding and accuracy. This military-specification ammunition provides shooters with dependable performance across multiple rifle platforms at an accessible price point.
What Makes This Different
Century Arms manufactures this 7.62x51 ammunition to NATO specifications, ensuring compatibility with both .308 Winchester and 7.62x51 NATO chambered rifles. The 147-grain FMJ bullet weight matches military M80 ball specifications, delivering consistent ballistic performance. Factory-loaded cartridges undergo quality control testing to maintain velocity consistency and reliable ignition across temperature ranges.
Key Features
- 147-grain full metal jacket bullets for deep penetration and reliable expansion
- NATO-spec 7.62x51 brass cases with boxer primers for reloading capability
- Muzzle velocity approximately 2,800 fps from 24-inch barrel
- Compatible with AR-10, M1A, FAL, G3, and bolt-action .308 rifles
- Factory-fresh ammunition with consistent powder charges
- 20-round boxes with 50 boxes per case (1,000 total rounds)
- Non-corrosive primers and propellant for barrel longevity
This ammunition performs effectively for training, target shooting, and hunting medium to large game. The 147-grain bullet weight provides sufficient energy retention at extended ranges while maintaining manageable recoil characteristics. FMJ construction ensures reliable feeding in semi-automatic platforms and consistent terminal performance. Weather-resistant primer sealing maintains ignition reliability in adverse conditions.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO/.308 Winchester
- Bullet Weight: 147 grains
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
- Case Material: Brass with boxer primers
- Muzzle Velocity: ~2,800 fps (24" barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: ~2,560 ft-lbs
- Packaging: 20 rounds per box, 50 boxes per case
- Primer Type: Non-corrosive, non-mercuric
Century Arms AM8293 ammunition combines military-specification reliability with civilian accessibility. The bulk case packaging reduces per-round costs for high-volume shooters while maintaining the quality control standards expected from factory ammunition.