WWII's lightweight carbine cartridge. More powerful than a pistol, less powerful than a rifle — the original PDW concept.
Type: Rifle
Introduced: 1941, United States
Parent case: None
Standardization: SAAMI
Bullet diameter: 0.308" (7.82 mm)
Case length: 1.29" (32.77 mm)
Overall length: 1.68" (42.67 mm)
Max pressure: 40,000 PSI
Rim type: Rimless
Primer: Small Rifle
Typical twist rate: 1:20
Muzzle velocity: 1900–2100 fps
Muzzle energy: 880–1080 ft-lbs
Effective range: 200 yd
Common bullet weights: 110 gr
Primary use: Military, Self-Defense
Production status: Active
Also known as: 7.62x33mm
History: Developed for the M1 Carbine in 1941 as a lighter alternative to the M1 Garand for support troops. Produced in enormous quantities during WWII. Remained in service through Vietnam.
Notable firearms: M1 Carbine, M2 Carbine, Ruger Blackhawk, Automag III
Military use: {"country":"USA","years":"WWII, Korea, Vietnam"}
Similar cartridges: .357 Magnum, 7.62x39mm